A Praying Life
Paul Miller (304 pgs., Nav Press)
A rich prayer life involves drawing closer to God in everyday moments. Miller encourages us to embrace both childlike faith and authentic honesty. He shares stories of his own struggles with prayer, providing real-life examples of how God works through prayer. The book is an invitation to reconnect with the simplicity of talking to God.
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God
Timothy Keller (336 pgs., Penguin)
Keller combines theological depth with practical insights to explore the power and purpose of prayer. In his distinctive style, Keller weaves cultural reflection, Biblical insights, and practical advice into one brilliant tapestry, offering insight to the novice and the expert alike.
Prayer In The Night
Tish Harrison Warren (208 pgs., IVP)
In this vulnerable and contemplative book, Tish Harrison Warren reflects on how prayer helps us navigate the darkness of suffering, doubt, and grief. Using the ancient Compline prayer, she explores the themes of trust, lament, and hope amid life’s hardest moments. Warren offers a gentle yet profound guide for those wrestling with pain and uncertainty, showing how prayer sustains us in the darkest nights.
The Power of Prayer
Charles Spurgeon (97 pgs, GLH Publishing)
A classic work on prayer emphasizing its vital role in the Christian life and showcasing the power of constant communion with God. Filled with Spurgeon’s warmth and wisdom, it encourages believers to seek God fervently and trust in His provision. The Power of Prayer is a timeless call to deeper intimacy with God through prayer.
Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools
Tyler Staton (272 pages, Thomas Nelson)
Tyler Staton challenges readers to embrace the radical, countercultural act of praying. Drawing from the contemplative tradition of monks, Staton encourages a bold, daring approach to both prayer and life. We should approach prayer with authenticity and expectancy, for God intends to change the world through what we ask.
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