Book Description

5 Heart Positions of Prayer highlights five ways we can approach God not because we are good but because He is good: Worship - We adore God in prayer because God is holy (wholly separate and preeminent). Wait - We quiet our hearts to experience and enjoy our God, because His love for us is extravagant. Bless - We ask God to extend favor to others because He is kind and generous and wants to bless them. Intercede - We partner with God on behalf of others because God the Father is also the merciful and gracious Judge, available to hear our case. Stand - We resist the enemy and persist in prayer because God is strong and He is faithful to defend His children. Has interest in prayer ever been greater? Some put the number of dedicated prayer rooms on the planet at well above 10,000! Yet it is not uncommon to hear pastors lament that most in their congregations are sadly lacking in the knowledge and practice of prayer. Deb Hvass has witnessed first-hand the birth of both global and local prayer movements. She wanted to create a prayer manual that would capture insights gained from decades of pooled experience in learning to hear God's voice through prayer. That's why she has chosen prayer partners and collaborators who are specialists in five positions, or modes, of prayer to help her explain and apply what they've learned. You'll notice that 5 Heart Positions of Prayer is a "bridge" book, seeking to combine both head and heart in the practice of prayer. A sound knowledge of the Godhead through Scripture is paramount to praying in God's will, and so is a vital relationship with the Holy Spirit. This book brings you biblical examples, down-to-earth experiences and practical ideas for going deeper in each heart position of prayer. You may want to take this journey deeper into prayer first for yourself, and then invite a group of friends to join you. Start with the position that most resonates with you. Whatever order you choose, the author's prayer is that God Most High will use 5 Heart Positions to bring blessing to the body of Christ and specifically to you as you seek to grow in engaging with the Lord in your place of prayer. Seek the Lord and His strength; Seek His presence continually. Psalm 105:4