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From pastor and theologian Eugene Peterson, an inspiring and insightful guide to that most vital—but oft-elusive—spiritual practice: prayer. For those Christians who appreciate the necessity for prayer—and even yearn for it—but who struggle to find fulfillment and satisfaction in their...

What happens when three delusional idiots decide to take up a free internship and listen to all your voice messages in the name of God? You get this podcast – a complete waste of your time. Well, let’s not pretend your time is worth that much anyway. Sit back and take notes while they ponder life’s most important topics. 100% interesting! 100% mindblowing! I’m telling you! All the topics. Every single one. No topic is too ridiculous. Sure, they may not have divine wisdom but... Actually, that’s it, just but.

In wondrous contrast to silent idols, the one true God speaks. He addresses his people in love, and it’s their great privilege to answer him in prayer. At its root, prayer isn’t mere self-expression or a prod to get a silent God to speak, but it is a learned skill to answer God’s initiating word in Christ. Through this thoughtful book, author and pastor Daniel J. Brendsel explains how responding to God can nurture prayerful engagement with Scripture, shape healthy rhythms among God’s praying people, and spur excitement for communion with God.

People regularly give certain reasons for not believing in God, but they are much less aware of what the New Testament actually teaches. Although challenges to Christianity are perennial and have frequently been addressed, they are noticeably more common today and are currently of particular interest among evangelicals.