Prayer Theology

Marriage is a journey of both hills and valleys, and newlyweds are just beginning this great adventure. By following God's way and making him the center of their marriage from the start, couples can avoid rockier paths and create stronger foundations. In this spiritual and practical devotional, marriage coaches Chris and Jamie Bailey speak to the particular challenges that every newlywed couple faces and provide both inspiration and guidance.

As much as any of the saints, Saint Francis of Assisi - born Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone - is known for his profound piety. He is especially remembered for how he renounced worldly possessions in order to focus on spiritual things. At great personal risk, he attempted to convert the Sultan in Egypt to end the Crusades. His Franciscan Order grew quickly in his time and has since birthed several other orders that persist to this day.

The use of intercessory beings in prayer hasn't always been the normal accepted practice. As Christianity and paganism began to merge under the rule of the Byzantine Empire, many elements that existed within paganism were "Christianized" and adapted for use by the Church. This article will trace a possible origin for the use of intercessory beings in Christian prayer and will use evidence from the scriptures and noncanonical Christian books to weigh the use of intercessory beings against prayer.

Reader, There is hardly any subject in religion which is so much misunderstood as the subject of the “Church.” There is probably no misunderstanding which has done more harm to professing Chris-tians than the misunderstanding of this subject. There is hardly any word which is used in such a variety of meanings, as the word “Church.” It is a word that we hear constantly used, and yet we cannot help observing that different people use it in different senses. The English politician in our days talks of “the Church.” What does he mean? You will generally find he means the Episcopal ...

In this biblical, theological, and contextual study of prayer, Dr. Mireya Álvarez argues that Latino Pentecostals practice prayer as a way to enter into the presence of God. In the Latino community, the manifestations of the Holy Spirit are experienced in spontaneous prayers, joyful singing, speaking in tongues, and in an openness to unplanned liturgical movement. For immigrants undergoing culture shock and feelings of disorientation, the church becomes a community of acceptance and consolation where they can cry, laugh, and express unrestrained worship. Álvarez grounds her theology of ...

Cassian’s marvellous description of the fervour experienced by the Egyptian monks during prayer, namely the glowing mind, can be applied to all genuinely Christian prayer; it points the way into a tradition of many of the greatest teachers on prayer throughout the centuries. The Caroline Divines (The school of Anglican preachers and theologians living under King Charles I, the Interregnum and Charles II) particularly exemplify and enrich this great tradition. Speaking of the learning of Jeremy Taylor, Lancelot Andrewes, Richard Baxter, Thomas Ken, William Laud, John Smith, Thomas Traherne...

This third volume in the Patristic Commentary on the Book of Isaiah examines a pivotal moment in the prophetic narrative, where historical drama, spiritual warfare, and divine intervention intersect. Covering chapters 36–39, this section presents the reign of King Hezekiah during the Assyrian siege—an era marked by both miraculous deliverance and tragic human weakness. Through the eyes of the early Church Fathers and the Coptic Orthodox tradition, we encounter God not only as the Righteous Judge but as the Holy Grantor of Victory, who saves His people when they turn to Him in prayer and...

Find solace and wisdom in the Christian tradition of daily prayer. The 40 Transformational Daily Prayers That Will Inspire You helps you understand what prayer is, the different types of prayer, and how you can include this practice in your daily life. With powerful and uplifting language, this book helps you open a channel to God, build a relationship with him, and be transformed by the power of prayer.

Famed songwriter and musician John Michael Talbot - an early proponent of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal movement - weaves together prayer, biblical teaching, songs, and contemplative thought to examine the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Topics include: tongues and its interpretation, healing, miracles, prophecy, and discernment. Talbot skillfully introduces listeners to wisdom from varied saints and church leaders, biblical studies, theology, and church history, helping believers moor their spiritual experience to God's truth.

Are you feeling stuck in your current situation and longing for an escape? Are you working hard but not seeing the desired results? Have you been praying for promotion, increase and honor but not seeing any progress? It is easy to get frustrated as you don’t know what you’re missing. You know what you want out of life, so why can’t you get it? The answer lies in God’s divine favor. By utilizing the power of the Lord, you can benefit from the supernatural power of increase and honor. The good news is, Divine Promotion through Divine Favor: Unlock the Secrets to Supernatural Increase,...

"O Lord, I Need a Miracle" - A Guide to Attracting Miracles and Overflowing Blessings Do you feel like you need a miracle in your life? Are you tired of the daily struggles and challenges? Do you want to attract blessings and abundance into your life? Then this book is for you! O Lord, I Need a Miracle is a powerful guide that will help you unleash the power of God in your life and attract miracles. The book is based on powerful declarations and decrees that have been proven to attract blessings, restore faith, bring inner healing, and break the chains of fear. In this book, you will learn ...

A lovely pocket booklet exploring the Holy Eucharist using Sacred Scripture, the Church Fathers as well as various Popes. It will undoubtedly inspire you

Are you feeling overwhelmed because you’re struggling to bring positive change into your life? Do you feel stuck, unable to break free from the limitations that have been weighing you down, leaving you feeling powerless and hopeless? Break free from the chains of limitations – you can command positive change this year! Prayers That Command Positive Change is your guide to help you birth a glorious and testimonies-filled year. This book will help you to unleash the power of prayer to bring about dramatic changes in your life. You’ll learn how to use strategic praying to exercise the ...

God uses broken vessels exclusively in the service of His Kingdom. Do you struggle with feeling unworthy of God's grace? Are you overwhelmed by regret and resentment over things that happened in the past (or are still going on in your life today)? Do you have a habit or sin that no matter how many times you "give it to God" you can't seem to shake? Have you ever truly examined yourself before the judgment seat of God? Do you ever struggle to know for sure that you've been saved when time-and-time again you find yourself falling back into the ways of the flesh? This isn't a light-hearted ...

Few Christians in history are more revered when it comes to prayer and contemplation than St. Teresa of Ávila. Known for her piety and rapturous mystical experiences, many have sought to pursue her path or a path like it. While some have done this formally in the Carmelite orders she established, countless others have grown in their faith and experiences of intimacy with God through her writings and prayers.

Are Your Family Roots Holding You Back? Discover the hidden source of your struggles and break free from generational bondage! Life is a battlefield, but what if your toughest enemy is lurking in your own family tree? "What to Do When Your Battle is From Home" reveals the shocking truth: your background could be the secret saboteur of your success. Inside, you'll uncover: Why some families seem cursed with constant struggles The spiritual warfare raging behind the scenes of your life How to identify and break free from generational strongholds Powerful prayers to claim your victory in ...

"The Pursuit of God" is "a modest attempt to aid God's hungry children so to find Him" by A. W. Tozer. "We pursue God because, and only because, He has first put an urge within us that spurs us to the pursuit. 'No man can come to me,' said our Lord, 'except the Father which hath sent me draw him,' and it is by this very prevenient drawing that God takes from us every vestige of credit for the act of coming. The impulse to pursue God originates with God, but the outworking of that impulse is our following hard after Him."

Everyone knows the story of Jonah and the big fish, but the book of Jonah carries deeper significance than we sometimes realize. Jonah is a rebellious prophet who refuses to complete the assignment that the LORD gives to him. Why does Jonah run from his calling? The answer to that question gets to the heart of the message of Jonah's prophetic book. This new and exciting study of the book of Jonah is written for a popular audience: laity, pastors, and students. Arranged in five easy to read lessons, the work includes the author’s original translation of the book of Jonah from the Hebrew ...

Take a 180-day journey with St. Teresa of Avila, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Therese of Lisieux, and St. John of the Cross. Each day includes a meditation, a prayer, and further Biblical references for study.

Prodigals digs deeply into each line from Jesus's famous parable about the prodigal son, inviting all listeners—those down on their luck or high on their horse—to identify as prodigals. A prodigal is anyone who accepts they have a sinful human nature and turns toward the love of home, the place where we find a deeper relationship with God. Rather than divide the world into prodigals and nonprodigals, Taylor invites listeners to find themselves in the teaching of Jesus as either younger or elder siblings.