Prayer Devotional

★ Less than 1 in 10,000 Christians pray 1 hour per day ★ Does that surprise you? Or do you think, “No wonder! I couldn’t pray for an hour if I tried.” Or maybe you think, “I prayed, but my life didn’t get any better. Prayer doesn’t work.” If so, you are not alone. Because like many Christians, Val Mitchell felt the same way. Then she discovered the true purpose of prayer. She took a new approach...and instantly, everything changed for her. When you discover the truth, everything will change for you, too. In Prayer Works, Val reveals: Why prayer always works How to pray the...

“As you go to bed each night, remember God is waiting for you to wake up. He can’t wait to spend time with you.” In Be with Jesus 365, author and pastor Dr. Mark Jones pres- ents a personal and heartfelt invitation to discover the joy of spending time with God in a natural, unforced way. You will learn how to draw near to God each morning using the Forty Day Worship Experience, a simple, seven-step framework to guide your time alone with Him.

Do you pray?Many of us are rushed, with no time for consistent devotionals or prayers. We have good intentions, but we procrastinate. Did you start your prayer life with great expectations, but you lost your motivation? Maybe, for whatever reason, you haven't yet developed a prayer life or you struggle with finding time to pray. This book is for you. Do you know someone who has expressed a desire to be more effective and fervent when they pray? Share this book with that person.Read one thought a day or read it all at once. These short motivational messages are written to encourage the ...

Traumatized and terrified of cancer? Perhaps you have been diagnosed yourself, or you have a friend or family member who is battling with the disease. You know you must face it - but you do not have to face it alone. Praying Through Cancer is a 90-day devotional that includes a collection of stories by women who have faced cancer and, with triumphant spirits, found comfort and sometimes even joy in the midst of it.

If you take a moment to think about all that God has told each believer to do, it is almost overwhelming: Go into all the world and preach the gospel, feed the poor, clothe the naked, visit the prisoner and so much more. However, these "works" are to be an outpouring of our relationship with Christ, not a replacement of our devotion and time with him. That outpouring only comes through prayer.

From the authors of the popular and best-selling Godwink series comes a new and inspiring collection of true stories about people whose lives were changed by specific and extraordinary answers to their prayers.

The Cup of Our Life is available to anyone seeking a more intimate and disciplined life of prayer. Author Joyce Rupp illustrates how the ordinary cups used each day can become sacred vessels that connect listeners with life and bring them into closer union with the divine. She explores how the cup is a rich symbol of life, with its emptiness and fullness, its brokenness and flaws, and its many blessings.

Make no mistake, there is a worldwide hunger for revival, and especially so among American Christians. The great news is that every Christian has a part to play in bringing about revival. That part is first, last, and always prayer. Revivals are born from prayer. But will Christians pray? Do they really want revival? If recent events are indications of that fresh hunger for God in our midst, then the answer is a resounding yes!

You are entering a new season of life. Do not be afraid! God is with you and has plans to prosper you wherever you go. Glorious New Season: 21-Day Journey to Divine Purpose and Breakthroughs will lead you on a triumphant expedition to overcome the fear, challenges, disappointments, and unknowns that accompany life-changing seasons. Whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one, starting a new career, moving to a new city, or facing another life-altering situation, you will find the comfort, strength, and healing you need to enter the season with confidence and joy. In this 21-day ...

Tears in the Bottle: God Sees Every Tear and Listens to Every Prayer is a heartfelt devotional rooted in Psalm 56: 8. It explores God’s tender care for His people in seasons of sorrow, reminding listeners that no tear goes unnoticed and no prayer unheard. Written by Tom Johns—a lifelong Bible teacher, elder, and student of Scripture—this book blends rich theology with personal reflection and comfort. Each chapter reflects on themes like suffering, hope, and the faithfulness of God, concluding with thoughtful study questions for deeper meditation.

Described as a devoted family man, strong Christian, generous philanthropist, and passionate sports fan, Josh Turner is one busy guy. And despite his recording schedule, award shows, and national tour dates, a few of his biggest priorities in life are to instill good values into his three young sons, be a devoted husband, and be a strong testimony for God. In this compilation, Josh shares fun and meaningful thoughts and personal stories—ranging from his childhood years to today—and weaves in spiritual insight for men who want to be better dads, husbands, and men of God.

So many voices today tell us that avoiding pain and dodging trouble are the best we can expect from life. Yet God is at work in us. He doesn't call us to a bland vanilla existence but to an exciting quest for the best thing in life—a heart that reflects the character qualities of Jesus Christ. The Quest for Character offers forty encouraging meditations on character qualities that can significantly change your life. Each brief devotional ends with helpful suggestions for refining your character and scripture readings to draw you into God's Word.

Getting caught up in your daily schedule is easy sometimes, and you may forget to check in on your loved ones. “Prayer Connections: A Book of Specific Prayers for Supporting and Encouraging Loved Ones” will help you think of people who could benefit from heartfelt prayers. It may be a family member going through a difficult time, a friend struggling with their mental health, or a loved one who needs extra love and support. INSIDE THE BOOK: Each prayer in this Book is tailored to a specific situation or need. The language is simple and heartfelt, making it easy to connect with and feel ...

Sometimes God reveals himself in ways that go unnoticed, such as everyday experiences, creation's beauty, Scriptures, life's joys, art, music, or even through tears. Windows of the Soul is a moving account of how author Ken Gire has met God in the most unusual, unexpected places. Gire describes his ability to perceive God's whisper, the only voice that fulfills a soul's longing for heaven, through the clamor of everyday life.

The Sermon on the Mount is one of the most cherished and profound teachings of Jesus. It begins with the beatitudes, a series of blessings that paint a picture of the kingdom of heaven and the character of those who belong to it. Each beatitude reveals a unique facet of God’s call to live a life that is radically countercultural, deeply spiritual, and profoundly transformative. This book is an invitation to explore the beatitudes not merely as ancient words of wisdom but as living truths that speak directly to our hearts and lives today. Each chapter will delve into one of the beatitudes,...

For years, Cole Arthur Riley was desperate for a spirituality she could trust. Amid ongoing national racial violence, the isolation of the pandemic, and a surge of anti-Black rhetoric in many Christian spaces, she began dreaming of a more human, more liberating expression of faith. She went on to create Black Liturgies, a digital project that connects spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black memory, and the Black body.

DEVOTIONALS AND POWERFUL PRAYERS Have you ever gotten up feeling downhearted? Depressed? Suicidal? Out of options? Each step you take feels like your last? I have been there and it was in my darkest time that I remembered that there is a GOD who loved me before I was conceived. That He is my motivator. Protector. Provider and the answer to all my problems. I rekindled my relationship with Him and became victorious. I found a will to live not only for myself but also my family, I got back my joy, confidence and faith. I realized that reading my Bible and praying gave me daily strength to ...

This is a 14-day prayer guide used to pray for our community. It asks God to open the hearts for souls to be saved and helps you develop a closer relationship with God. It also emphasizes how important it is to share the gospel with your friends and family. You will find that doing the 14-day Prayer Challenge will be a life-changing experience.

In Devotions for a Sacred Marriage author Gary Thomas encourages you to build your marriage around God’s priorities and explores how God can reveal Himself to you through your marriage and help you grow closer to Him as well as to your spouse.

This devotional collection of prayers and reflections from Sarah Young's bestselling Jesus Listens® and Jesus Calling prepares your spirit for the Savior's coming, helps you spend the days of Advent and Christmas with intentionality, and carries you into the New Year with your heart and mind fixed on Jesus.