Prayer Devotional

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.

Following a string of three New York Times best sellers comes the most powerful work of Mother Angelica, who shares publicly for the first time her most private thoughts and prayers. More powerful and intimate than any of her previous books, this is the book that her millions of admirers have been waiting for. In this special work, listeners are brought inside her spiritual life through her private prayers and reflections.

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,...

The practicality of St. Teresa's teaching about mental prayer shines through in this wonderful synopsis of her writings about it—something she said "the whole world could not purchase." Learn how we should pray, in order to grow in the spiritual life.

What if you told God you would do anything...and he took you up on it? Anything is a prayer of surrender that will spark something. A prayer that will move you to stop chasing things that just make you feel happy and start living a surrendered life that matters. Join Jennie on an adventure to discover your anything, those things that actually mean nothing until you know the God truly worth giving it all up for. And when you do, that will change everything.

Join Frederica Mathewes-Green on a guided retreat through an ancient Orthodox text. Regardless of your denominational background, First Fruits of Prayer will bring to life the prayer experience of first millennium Christianity through immersion in this poetic hymn, an extraordinarily beautiful work that is still chanted by Christians around the world each Lent. It weaves together Old and New Testament scriptures with prayers of hope and repentance and offers ancient ways of seeing Christ that still feel new today.

Excerpt Day 16 God answers prayers in His own way But Naaman became angry and stalked away. “I thought he would certainly come out to meet me!” he said. “I expected him to wave his hand over the leprosy and call on the name of the LORD his God and heal me! Aren’t the rivers of Damascus, the Abana and the Pharpar, better than any of the rivers of Israel? Why shouldn’t I wash in them and be healed?” So Naaman turned and went away in a rage. (2 Kings 5:11-12 NLT) Here's a little background: Naaman went to Elisha to be healed of his leprosy. He went to Elisha's house and waited at ...

Could you spare five minutes per day to get acquainted with some truly fascinating people and events? If so, you’ll love The Christian History Devotional, where each day you’ll learn more about your “spiritual family,” people who are as much a part of the rich Christian heritage as the people of the Bible. Whether you’re a history buff or someone who always thought history was boring, here’s a book to enlarge your spiritual family and teach you valuable lessons about life and faith. Here is history with a heart.

Every new-year people expect new things. Individuals hope and believe that the new-year will offer them something better. Almost everyone makes resolutions about what they intend to do or not do in the new-year. Actually, God’s design is that you get better every year. He wants you to be better this year than you were last year. Perhaps last year wasn’t as good as you wanted it to be. Maybe you faced difficult challenges and there’re so many things you don’t want to remember about the past year, God has something good for you this year. Perhaps last threw you off balance because you...

In this little book, Cornelius Plantinga offers a month’s worth of prayers, with two for each day: one for the morning, looking forward, and one for the evening, looking back. Each prayer expresses some essential Christian longing on behalf of self and others - for faith, hope, love, wisdom, gratitude, peace - yet also makes space for any state of heart or mind by rejoicing with all who rejoice and weeping with all who weep.

Unlock the Power of Prayer to Transform Your Spiritual Battles Are you seeking victory over the unseen forces that challenge your peace and purpose? Do you desire a deeper connection with God while navigating life's spiritual conflicts? This profound prayer guide empowers you to stand firm in the face of adversity and emerge victorious through the mighty weapon of prayer. This comprehensive spiritual warfare prayer book offers: Biblical Wisdom: Delve into scriptural insights that reveal the reality of spiritual warfare and God’s provision for your triumph. Practical Strategies: Learn how ...

Throughout Pilgrim Prayers, you'll discover the poetic riches expressed through devotional prayers that celebrate the acts of God and marvel at his ways. This collection is designed for daily devotions and mediations and can be used for addressing specific topics in church gatherings or on special occasions.

Discovering God's Presence in Everyday Moments A Pocket Companion Devotional to Help You Recognize God at Work in Your Life! Are you longing to feel closer to God—but life feels too ordinary, messy, or uncertain? This beautifully written devotional is your gentle reminder that God is always near—especially in the events you least expect. Through heartfelt reflections, simple prayers, and peaceful coloring prompts, Discovering God's Presence in Everyday Moments invites you to pause, reflect, and recognize the hand of God in your daily journey. Whether you're navigating change, healing ...

The words we say and the things we pray matter to God and to our health. Where we rest our gaze and how we think about God directly impacts the condition of our souls. Proverbs 14:30 states, "A heart at peace gives life to the body." God is well able to restore and renew us even when culture swirls around us. The world needs healing. But we can't impart what we don't possess.

Prayer & Praise is a treasure trove of thought-provoking messages inspired by the lines of Austen's three preserved prayers. Atop a solid foundation of scripture, these 50 devotional segments (each finishing with prayer and praise) enlist familiar characters and situations from Austen novels to illustrate spiritual principles - in creative, often surprising, ways!

"Earth Moving Prayers" is a powerful guide to intercessory prayer that will transform your daily prayer life. This daily devotional is packed with inspiring prayers for healing, deliverance, protection, and more, all designed to help you connect with God in a meaningful way. Whether you are new to intercessory prayer or have been praying for years, "Earth Moving Prayers" will take your prayer life to the next level. Each day, you'll find a new prayer that will inspire you to approach God with boldness and confidence. These prayers are designed to help you connect with God on a deeper level,...

Are you ready for a month that could change your prayer life forever? In Living Waters, Daniel B. Lancaster invites you to dive deep into the Lord’s Prayer—seven days that will renew your spirit, lift your heart, and bring you closer to God than ever before. Each day, you’ll explore one line of the prayer with fresh eyes, discovering how these familiar words hold life-giving truths for every moment. With Lancaster’s warm and engaging style, it’s like sitting down with a friend who knows both your struggles and your hopes. You’ll find crisp, to-the-point reflections, real-life ...

The Holy Psalter contains the Psalms and other scriptural Odes that are used throughout the Orthodox Church's liturgical life. It uses the Greek Septuagint ("LXX") Old Testament, the scripture used by the Apostles and the early Christians, and by the Orthodox Church today.

E.M. Bounds encourages Christians to pray big and to pray often. Focusing on the unlimited power that comes from prayer, Bounds emphasizes the importance of continuous and sincere prayer and implores Christians to not be afraid to ask God for anything. In The Possibilities of Prayer, he provides guidelines for cultivating a healthy and effective prayer life. Walking through God’s promises, God’s care, and His interest in even the smallest aspects of life, Bounds argues for detailed and specific prayers.

The Most Holy Rosary is one of the greatest prayers in the history of the Church. Garnished as it is with the testimony of saints and popes for the last thousand years, the only greater prayers are the Mass and the Divine Office. It is a prayer for the people, to be said over and over, and yet many still seek ways to enter into the deeper mansions of spiritual richness to be found in this devotion. If you seek to reap the full harvest of this bountiful prayer, focus on the mysteries to better follow the life of our Lord through the eyes of Our Blessed Lady.