Books to Help You Start a Prayer Practice

Simply Pray is a book on how to understand the power of prayer: ask, seek and knock! This simple concept from Matthew 7:7 is known the world over. Now the author masterfully weaves her own story (from desperation and divorce), to hope and healing with Biblical principles and Scripture.

With over 30 years of answered prayer in her own life, Deb demonstrates how every concern, is worth bringing to God.

Are you carrying a heavy burden or in the midst of troubles? Maybe you’ve also been hurt by another human’s words or actions. His comfort is real and Jesus will draw near to you, precious one.

Deb Hopper has been married for almost 30 years (and is a mother and grandmother). But before that she reached breaking point spending 10 years as a single parent, which saw her begin a powerful prayer journey. She even launched a non-profit to help single mothers.

Prayers for Peace of Mind offers 100 inspired prayers and powerful truths, for more peace during stressful times. Whether you are concerned over a loved one, having issues with life or get upset if you watch the news, anxiety does not have to control your life.

This heart-calming and faith-building of prayers are for times you feel burdened by worry. Whether you use them to start or end your day, or find a prayer to fit your current concerns, this collection of Scripture and encouragement can help.

Holley Gerth is a writer (who helps other introvert writers to success) who has written many beautiful, inspiring and comforting books on prayer (she is also a certified Christian counsellor). She writes that she grew up with grandparents who ran a little Christian bookshop, and spent a happy childhood, often reading in trees. Sounds idyllic!

Whatever your work is, God is not asking you to get it all done today. He is inviting you to simply get started – one moment, one prayer, one step with Him. He will meet you where you are; he will get you where you need to go. Holley