All Christians know they should pray, but sometimes it’s hard to know how—especially if the minutes start to drag and our minds start to wander. Offering readers hope, encouragement, and the practical advice they’re looking for, this concise book by professor Donald Whitney outlines a simple, time-tested method that can help transform our prayer lives: praying the words of the Bible. Praying the Bible shows readers how to pray through portions of Scripture one line at a time, helping us stay focused by allowing God’s Word itself to direct our thoughts and words. Simple yet profound, this resource will prove invaluable to all Christians as they seek to commune with their heavenly Father in prayer each and every day.
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“Dr. Donald S. Whitney adds the seasoned voice of experience to his own work on prayer that is structured around the words of the Bible. Having witnessed the profound impact of this method of praying, his narration style inspires the listener to want to know more. He is conversational in tone and thoughtful in articulation, recognizing where to pause to let the information sink in. In what can only be described as pastoral care and concern, Whitney’s reading of his own work makes for an audio experience that could prove transformational to one’s prayer life.”
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“This is a particularly helpful tool for those of us who often struggle to know what and how to pray or whose minds tend to wander during private prayer. This book will surely help many refresh their time with the lord.”
— Nancy Leigh DeMoss, author and radio host, Revive Our Hearts“If you are looking for a book to teach you not only to pray but also to invigorate your intimacy with God through prayer, this is the one…You will be blessed in more than one way.”
— Miguel Núñez, senior pastor, International Baptist Church of Santo Domingo“Whitney offers a wonderfully practical, pastoral, and biblical approach to prayer that relieves personal boredom and unleashes spiritual power. It’s so simple it will shock you and, at the same time, invigorate a renewed prayer life with your God.”
— Bryan Chapell, president emeritus, Covenant Theological Seminary“Don Whitney’s suggestion to pray the Bible has made a huge contribution to my devotional life. This little book is explosive and powerful. Read it ready to experience a great step forward in your walk with Christ and in your commitment to prayer.”
— R. Albert Mohler Jr, president and professor of Christian theology, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary“Prayer and scripture intake are both essential for spiritual devotion, like the left and right wings of a plane. Prayer is the Christian’s duty. It should also be the Christian’s delight. Praying the Bible will teach you to take in the joy of scripture-led prayer.”
— H. B. Charles Jr, pastor, Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist ChurchBe the first to write a review about this audiobook!
Don Whitney has been professor of Biblical spirituality and associate dean at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY, since 2005. Before that, he held a similar position at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, MO. He is the founder and president of the Center for Biblical Spirituality. Don is a frequent speaker at churches, retreats, and conferences in the US and abroad.