Hybels's accessible introduction to prayer has already helped over 400,000 readers develop a rich and regular prayer life in the midst of life’s busyness. He shows how to slow down to pray, listen to God, respond to what we hear, practice the presence of God and overcome prayer barriers.
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"Amazing book! This book really influenced the manner in which I pray, from the more practical suggestions for enriching your prayer life to the hard truths which some of us choose to ignore when approaching the Lord. I'd recommend it to anyone who is looking to grow in their prayer life."
— Sarah (5 out of 5 stars)
“Robertson Dean’s effortless narration, with its impeccable delivery and timing, makes the authors’ work on how to experience a powerful prayer life easy to understand…This powerful, practical treatment on prayer is a classic of our time.”
— AudioFile“A practical guide.”
— BTS Booklist“The most helpful book on Prayer that I have read.”
— The Good BookStall“You cannot read this book without praying more, and praying better. It is thoughtful, clear, compelling and challenging—Bill at his best!”
— John Ortberg, pastor, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church" Excellent, easy to understand. Insightful. "
— Renee, 2/17/2014" A book covering the basics of a good prayer life. A great place to start if you desire to learn about about connecting with God through prayer. "
— Scott, 2/15/2014" Good insights. Will be particularly helpful for those who are young in faith, but valuable for more mature believers also. "
— Dennis, 2/12/2014" I'm new to the genre of prayer guides and Hybels has provided an extremely practical guide to building and improving a daily prayer life. "
— Mark, 2/11/2014" Just another reminder that I am not God. I cannot hurry though my day and expect to do well, love others as I should, love God as I want. It's a battle of the will, I fight for my soul. Each day I need to hear the Gospel anew and humble myself before the Lord and He will lift me up. "
— Bekah, 1/23/2014" outstanding - helps you remember what is really important "
— Rachel, 1/17/2014" Many years ago, this book gave me shoes for my walk with Christ, simply and practical. "
— Patty, 1/7/2014" I had to return this to the library...but I need to buy a copy. What I read was great. Simply but convicting. "
— Alanna, 12/1/2013" Very concrete & detailed. Explains & supports each point he makes. Many anecdotes. Easy to read, I like his writing style. "
— Nathan, 11/24/2013" I've read this book twice. Reminds you of what is important. "
— Corrine, 11/20/2013" Changing my life, I love it. "
— Sarah, 11/17/2013Bill Hybels is the founding and senior pastor of Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, Illinois. Willow Creek’s pioneering ministries have made it one of the most attended churches in North America with an outreach that extends worldwide. Hybels has authored more than 20 books, including Fit to Be Tied, Rediscovering Church (with his wife Lynne), Too Busy Not to Pray, Courageous Leadership, Just Walk Across the Room, and Holy Discontent.
Robertson Dean has played leading roles on and off Broadway and at dozens of regional theaters throughout the country. He has a BA from Tufts University and an MFA from Yale. His audiobook narration has garnered ten AudioFile Earphones Awards. He now lives in Los Angeles, where he works in film and television in addition to narrating.