Setting
Out On
My Journey
Prayer for me has been a journey.  It's had a pretty side, and a not so pretty side.  For more than two decades I have enjoyed God's Word, journaled my heart, listened for His voice, rejoiced in His responses.  That's the pretty side.  But there's been the other side, too.  The side where I've wondered if I'm praying right, doubted if He'll really ... (click to read more)
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Prayer and His Word

Knowing His Word is an important and precious aspect of prayer.  And there are so many ways to get to know His Word so it fills you.
Being plugged in to a church and a Life Group (Bible study group) makes a huge difference in your potential for growth and discipleship.  It's also a great way to help disciple others.
In this day and age, it's fairly easy to access God's Word in our cars, via our cell phones and on the internet and T.V.  Make the most of it.  When God's Word is richly in you, it transforms you.

A Few Things That Can Help with Prayer

Praying the Word

​A Quiet Place to Pray
Sometimes it can seem like a challenge to figure out how to pray and even what to pray. Let this video help you gain traction toward a meaningful prayer life.
Most certainly we can pray anywhere, and should pray everywhere.  But do you also have a quiet place? A place where you can ponder God's Word, offer your heart, and listen for His voice without distractions?  Having a quiet place can be a valuable and key aspect of becoming prayerful.  It can be a closet, a bedroom, a garden bench, a living room nook, a patio.  Listen here for tips on how to make use of a "war room" or prayer closet.

Resources to Help You Along the Way

Noting Your Prayers

A prayer wall or journal can be a great way to keep track of what you're praying about, to remember to pray for the specific needs of others, and to make a note of answered prayers.
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