Today my book-baby is born, and I arrive at the day grateful, exhausted, and excited – just like many other parents. What a joy it is to share with you a message that has been long growing within me, from the years of leading retreats and through immersing myself in the field of Christian spirituality with my master’s degree.
The book is filled with ways to pray – not only the seven time-tested practices that I outline in the seven chapters, but many hands-on exercises within the chapters themselves. So that you can try them out, whether you’re new to the way of praying or consider yourself a seasoned pray-er.
To buy a copy of the book, click here for links to purchase in the UK, the States, and Australia.
Want to use the book with a group? We’ve got that covered for you. Following are two options to help you lead a small group through the material:
The Home Group site features videos of me interviewing seven amazing people who know a thing or two about prayer. The videos are about 18-30 minutes long, and in many of them the interviewee leads us in the prayer practice. You’ll also find background reading and discussion starters. (I think you’ll benefit from these videos if you want watch on your own as well.)
- Session 1: Xochitl Dixon on praying with the Bible
- Session 2: Sharon Garlough Brown on praying through the Bible (lectio divina)
- Session 3: James Catford on practicing the presence of God
- Session 4: Elisa Morgan on hearing God
- Session 5: Tola-Doll Fisher on the prayer of lament
- Session 6: Micha Jazz on gospel imaginative prayer
- Session 7: Sheridan Voysey on the prayer of examen
Want something shorter? Sign up to The Big Church Read where you can access seven videos of me introducing each chapter, with each video about five minutes each. You’ll also have access to a leader’s guide with suggested prayer activities and discussion questions. They are also offering bulk discounts on the book.
No need for a video component? Here’s the leader’s guide, with an outline of each session with prayer exercises and questions for discussion. Want to read the introduction and first chapter? Here’s the British version and the American.
How about the free Youversion 7 days devotional journey? You can download that here. Some inspirational quotations, ready to share on social media? That’s here.
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Thanks for considering journeying with me in prayer. I’m confident that God will be delighted to hear from you.
Below, some images from our launch at church on 12 September 2021.
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