Most practical and straightforward book on prayer
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I highly recommend this book for anyone that struggles to maintain and keep prayer life relevant and energized.  I loved that the author shares his struggles in honest and authentic manner.  I believe that his struggles are common and his solutions incredibly helpful.
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Of all the books I have read on prayer this is the best. Its not all warm and fuzzy, but focused and backed up with appropriate scriptures. I particularly  like the short prayer at the end of each chapter that sums up the intent and earnestness of the chapter. Its easy to read, keep a pen or highlighter, you'll want to mark your way through the book. I recommend reading this more than once.
The Battle Plan for Prayer is a wonderful book to pass on to others. It works for beginners and prayer warriors.
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I found this book incredibly helpful towards a deeper prayer life.  Murray breaks the Lord's Prayer down in a way that is practical and points us into Spirit led prayer that brings glory to the Father.  A good read
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As a Christian trying to develope better disciplined prayer, especially the listening part, I have found this book a joy to read. I enjoyed the history presented. I appreciated his balanced and well reasoned way of presenting information on a topic that is essentially mystery and subject to conflicting interpretations.  His writing style is clear and easy to read.

Putting what he teaches into practice is still difficult, but after reading the book it is not for lack of understanding of the basic concepts or lack of helpful, practical direction.
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This entry in Thomas Nelson's Ancient Practice Series centers on the spiritual discipline of praying the Daily Office, a regularly scheduled set of prayers to be recited by members of the Church. Benson introduces the practice, making it accessible to the great swaths of the Evangelical Church that have moved a good distance from our liturgical heritage. His irenic spirit is evident throughout as he teaches the meaning, practice and application of the Office.

In Constant Prayer stands apart from most other prayer guides currently filling the shelves that focus on attitude, preparation, proper approach and the journaling of answer. Mr. Benson opens the door to a prayer life that encompasses the whole of our day, rather than the prayer by appointment that has become our modern standard. The Daily Office consists of a series of prescribed prayers, praises and scripture readings that are to be lifted to God at specific hours of the day. It is rooted in ancient practice that has struggled to survive in the modern workaday world.

Robert shares the methods and sources of the Office in a most winsome fashion that is appealing to both the contemplatives and the analytics within the Church family. Far from a droll manual of prescriptive steps (since anyone opening the The Book of Common Prayer can figure out the mechanics), he allows us brief glimpses into the benefits that he has accrued as a result of integrating this spiritual discipline into his life. Unlike many prayer works that leave the average Christian feeling as though a life of prayer is unattainable by anyone other than spiritual giants, Benson's invitation leaves you on the final page unable to wait to become a regular participant in the process.
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This was the best I have read on the subject of prayer.  This Minister covered in depth enough thought provoking material to keep me busy for a very long time.  I read two chapters at a time and had to think about how much simplicity yet great depth there was in each chapter.  This will bring  you straight to the heart of real prayer as taught by the Master.
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This is an excellent book, practical rather than academic or theological. Easy to read, it includes many illustrations and personal experiences of the author. Helpful for understanding prayer better and for knowing how to pray.
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I'm currently reading The Prayer Factor* (I'm up to chapter 8), and WOW! It is the perfect blend of inspiration, conviction, exhortation, and sound doctrine. Sammy Tippit has a gift for stating truth in a humble straightforward manner. I will definitely be reading this book through more than once so I can more fully soak in the gems of wisdom and instruction he shares. Every chapter leaves me refreshed and excited to see what's next. I also appreciate that while many sections are personally convicting, the book isn't written in an angry accusatory tone. You can tell Mr. Tippit is writing from a place of heartfelt authenticity and I appreciate how he offers constant encouragement to rededicate ourselves as individuals, as the church, and as a nation to the powerful discipline of prayer. To close I'll share one of many favorite quotes from the book so far" "It is impossible to hold onto a holy God with one hand and the world with the other. When we let go of the world and cling to God with both hands, we will not only be on holy ground, but we will be on praying ground." -ch. 5 p. 60
*Note - be sure to order the updated edition (2009)
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I really like the way this author wrote his books on prayer. He makes praying easy, powerful and fun. This particular book is the first of his that I read. I started reading it in an "everything" store and purchased it. I left only to go back and purchase two more. This book makes a great gift book. I gave one to my husband and another to my son.  Since each of us have a copy of this book we are praying a lot more and are individually declaring God's Word. Also, I have purchased a few of this author's other books on prayer from Amazon, and I haven't been disappointed. I think my prayer life has transformed; I pray a lot more, really enjoy it and know it's making a difference.
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Over the years, I've purchased many Christian books, but in the last twelve years have limited myself to just a couple authors who I found most effective.  "Courts of Heaven" was recommended to me by a friend who was teaching a class based on the book.  Approaching God and prayer through heaven's court systems?  It sounded intriguing.  I've only read the first three and a half chapters as I am going through the information slowly and carefully, looking up the scriptures, wanting to absorb God's revelation.  So far I am very impressed.  Robert Henderson has tied scripture together with God's revelation  in such a way that I am certain it will result in prayer breakthrough.

Over twenty years ago a pastor from Canada, Pastor Dennis Wiedrick, taught a "standing in the gap" form of intercessory prayer.  I believe it was called "The Royal Priesthood."  It taught various forms of prayer, but the most involved type necessitated allowing God to help the intercessor to feel the pain of another and then the intercessory could make  the choice to repent of the negativity that was keeping the needy  person in bondage.  It was a powerful form of prayer and it worked, but most Christians  didn't seem ready to apply it.  I believe this book is God's timing to introduce a way to approach intercessory prayer, but the "Courts of Heaven" contains much more information.  It includes not only personal intercession, but intercession for cities, businesses, and or nations and how intercede safely and effectively.  If you've ever wondered why you've prayed for years with no answers forthcoming, you may find reasons for the silence in this information.  It is  a way to overcome the blockages to answered prayer as well as answering other questions you may have had concerning warfare prayer.  Robert Henderson advocates making sure the scriptural legalities are addressed and dealt with before attempting warfare prayer.  I have already learned so much and am expecting amazing things to come.
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Prayerbook Hebrew the Easy Way is the best book for this purpose. I have been teaching Hebrew for 30 years and this book is indeed the easiest way to learn to udnerstand the prayers and to be able to follow not just the translation.
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The discipline of prayer is often one of the most neglected spiritual disciplines of our time. I often find in my own life I have so much to pray about and yet, I pray so little. As a pastor, this is concerning to me, but what becomes more concerning, is when I realize that the seeds planted in the pulpit are reaped in the pew. Paul Tautges seeks to reverse this trend by setting forth this short work that encourages individuals, specifically pastors, to cultivate a profound sense of God-dependency within their lives and within their congregations.

In Pray About Everything, Paul Tautges presents a firm theological foundation for prayer that is both readable and enjoyable. This book is written in two parts with a practical set of appendices that help to wrap everything up. In Part 1, Tautges seeks to define and ground the command to pray within the biblical and historical tradition. Tautges shows that the early church understood prayer to be a lifestyle of God-dependency. He also examines how Pauls commands to the church at Thessalonica reveals a powerful level of dependence on God in every aspect of life. In Part 2, Tautges presents seven brief meditations for prayer meetings. These meditations are instructional and devotional. They include instructions on what it means to pray in Jesus name, praying for unbelievers, praying for government leaders, and various other practical beliefs about prayer.

In these two parts, Tautges presents a wealth of biblical knowledge on prayer that is perfect for beginners and those more advanced in the discipline of prayer. Tautges brings together the profound and the simple in an extremely helpful and attainable manner. In every chapter, Tautges shows his heart for churches to let go of self-dependency and grasp the life-giving God-dependency found in the gospel. As a pastor, I would recommend this book to anyone struggling to cultivate a consistent and meaningful prayer life, and I intend on using it with my own congregation.

Original review found at justryan5.wordpress.com

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If I were to own one book on prayer, this would be the one.  Foster has spent a lifetime teaching prayer and the spiritual disciplines.  This book is the distillation of a profound life.  His teaching is clear, his thinking incisive.  I have used and recommended this volume (and Foster's Celebration of Discipline) for years.  After a decade on the shelf, I worked my way through it again this year.  I was awed by new insights.  It reminded me of Mark Twain's comment about his father, "When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be twenty-one, I was astonished at how much the old man had learnt in seven years."
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A.J. Sherrill has done a beautiful job of clarifying a subject that is often ethereal and often hazy: contemplative prayer. He gives simple practices that help the reader start the journey towards incorporating more contemplative prayer daily, even in the midst of our noisier-than-ever world. I found the practical advice/assignments incredibly helpful, and simple to understand and try. I consider this book more of resource to which I will continue coming back for a refresher as I continue my journey. I would highly recommend this book if you are looking to understand contemplative prayer and you are looking for some help getting started.
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MY ALL TIME FAVORITE BOOK ON PRAYER!!! And the lay out is AWESOME to help you process it personally AND in a group! The questions are spot on not the typical fill in the blank fluff stuff!
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I have read numerous books on prayer. "How to Be a Praying Mom" is by far the most practical. It gave me the tools I needed to effectively pray daily for my children. The author is not preachy but allows you to experience her struggles as well as her answers to prayer. From moms learning to pray to experienced prayer warriors, all moms will benefit from this practical guide-book to prayer. I highly recommend this book.
Nancy Russell
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The subtitle of this book is: Prayer That Moves Heaven and Changes Nations.  Now that certainly peeked my interest!  I was interested in reading this book for a few reasons.

  First, I highly respect Anne Graham Lotz.
  Second, I already know she can write on deep theological subjects in a manner that is easy to read.
  Third (and most importantly), my prayer life needs a boost.

I must say, I think this is her best book to date.  I've been a Christian a very long time and this book helped me see insights into both Daniel (as a person) and into prayer that is effective.  In this book, Anne shares with us what God has taught her these last few years about praying when we are desperate.  Whether for ourselves, our family, our friends, or our country.

This is the book Anne Graham Lotz was writing when she became the full time caregiver for her husband and subsequently when he suddenly passed away.  She shares from the heart a faith made strong through many trials and a deep burden for this country.  This is not a fluffy book on sending up little prayers to God, it offers the meat of the Word about the subject.

The four sections include:
Preparing for Prayer (Committed to Pray, Compelled to Pray, Centered in Prayer)
Pleading in Prayer (Pleading with Confidence, Pleading with Confession, Pleading with Clarity)
Prevailing in Prayer (Answered Immediately, Answered Ultimately, Answered Specifically)
Patterns for Prayer (A Prayer That is Centered, A Prayer That is Compelled, A Prayer That is Confident, A Prayer That is Contrite, A Prayer That Is Clear, A Prayer For the Battle)

The Daniel Prayer was sitting on our coffee table while I was reading it and one evening after I had gone to bed, I found out my husband picked it up out of curiosity and stayed up far after midnight reading it. He only put it down when he could no longer stay awake.  Who would expect that from a book on prayer?  It is that well written.

I highly recommend this book!

This book was provided by the publisher for the sake of review but the opinions are my own.