Fifty Prayers


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This collection for the first time makes Karl Barth's pastoral prayers available to an English-speaking audience, offering a fresh perspective on how the great Swiss theologian understood this central practice of Christian life. The prayers are organized according to seasons of the liturgical year, making them ideal for both group use and individual reflection.




A Book of Prayers for Kids


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Dozens of prayers for kids to use for every day, difficult days, and special days. What could be more important than giving our kids the tools to keep them connected to God? Kids are wired to have faith. And prayer is the way they (and we) make our bond with God strong. Kids don't need simplistic prayers. They need to be inspired to use the minds and hearts God gave them to speak specifically about every circumstance of life. Prayers include... A Mealtime Prayer - A Prayer to Start the Day - A Prayer to End the Day - Before You Read the Bible - When You are Sad - When You are Afraid - When You are Lonely - When You've Lost a Friend - When You Are Being Bullied - When You are Confused - When You Have Done Wrong - When You Accomplished Something Good - When Your Father is Not Doing Well - When Your Mother is Not Doing Well - When Someone You Love is Ill - On Your Birthday - To God Our Father - To Jesus the Son of God - To God the Holy Spirit - When Someone You Love Has Died - When Your Pet Is Ill - At Christmas Time - Thanks for Your Mother - Thanks for Your Father - Thanks For Your Family - Prayer for Faith - Prayer for Hope - Prayer for Love - Before Going to Church - When You Have to Say Sorry - About School - For the Beginning of the School Year - For the End of the School Year For ages 7 to 12, approximately. More info at www.BookOfPrayersForKids.com A word to the kid who has this book... Our great God in heaven loves every person he ever created. And he wants to hear from us! We can call out for God's help, thank God for good things, seek his love when we have done wrong. But sometimes we wonder how to pray. The 50 prayers here are for everyday use. Prayers to start the day, end the day, mealtime prayers, prayers for when we are ill, confused, lonely, or happy. Prayers for family, for friends, for school. And may others. Don't stick this book on a shelf! Put it in your backpack, beside your bed, at your dinner table-wherever you can reach for it! Use the prayers. Talk to God!




Fifty-Seven Words that Change the World


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Nowhere is Jesus' brilliance more manifest than in the prayer he taught his disciples to pray, the prayer that has come to be known as the "Lord's Prayer." A mere fifty-seven words in the original Greek, the Lord's Prayer gathers up all of life and brings it before God. In eight stirring meditations, Darrell Johnson shows how the Lord's Prayer sums up the essence of Christian faith and, when prayed in faith, draws us into draws us into the Triune God's work of transforming the world. Darrell W. Johnson is Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. A popular conference and retreat speaker, he has also served as the preaching pastor for a number of congregations in North America and the Philippines and Adjunct Professor of Preaching for the Doctor of Ministry program at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California. His other books include Experiencing the Trinity and Discipleship on the Edge: An Expository Journey through the Book of Revelation.




The Bible for Me


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The Bible for Me: Bible Stories and Prayers is a new Bible storybook and the first title in The Bible for Me brand of related products for kids ages 4-8 from the team at Brentwood Studios and authors Amy Parker and Mike Nawrocki. The 50 stories are written and designed to share the story of God's people and His love for each child, in a way that it is relevant and relatable to the reader. Each story ends with a prayer where the reader can easily insert the child's name, making the stories uniquely personal. The book features fresh, colorful illustrations from Taylor Thompson Lynch. This Bible storybook was written specifically to show God's love and purpose for each unique child, making it clear that these timeless stories are meant for each and every one of us, here and now, today.




The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children


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Keep Parenting Them Through Prayer Even though your relationships with your children may change once they enter adulthood, you can still impact the direction of their lives by asking your heavenly Father to shape them for His glory. This powerful book from bestselling author Stormie Omartian offers you encouragement and support as you continue to love, influence, and minister to your now-grown kids. You’ll learn how to ask for God’s divine intervention in the lives of your children as you pray that they will develop hearts hungry for God, His Word, and His ways flourish in their relationships, careers, and health stand strong against temptations, stumbling blocks, and worldly distractions No matter how old your children are, you can find peace knowing they are in God’s hands. The Power of Praying for Your Adult Children is an inspiring reminder to turn all your hopes and dreams for your family over to God, confident that He hears and answers your every request.




Love Her Well


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Now an ECPA Best Seller—Kari Kampakis's Love Her Well gives moms ten practical tips for how to build strong and lasting relationships with their daughters. For many women, having a baby girl is a dream come true. But as girls grow up, the narrative of innocence and joy changes to one of dread as moms are told, "Just wait until she's a teenager!" and handed a disheartening and too-often-true script about a daughter's teenage season of life. Author, blogger, and mom to four daughters Kari Kampakis thinks it's time to change the narrative and mind-set that leads moms to parent teen girls with a spirit of defeat instead of strength. Love Her Well isn't a guide to help mothers "fix" their daughters or make them behave. It's about a mom's journey, doing the heart-work necessary to love a teenager while still being a steady, supportive parent. Kari offers wisdom about how moms can: Choose their words and timing carefully. Listen and empathize with her teen's world. See the good, and love her for who she is. Take care of themselves and find a support system in the process. By working on the foundation, habits, and dynamics of the relationship; mothers can connect with their teen daughters and earn a voice in their lives that allows moms to offer guidance, love, wisdom, and emotional support. Kari gives mothers hope, wisdom, and a reminder that all things are possible through God, who is the source of the guidance and clarity they need in order to grow strong relationships with their daughters at every age—especially during the critical teen years.




A Better Way to Pray


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After nearly four decades of ministry, Andrew Wommack has discovered some important truths about prayer. His prayer life is much different than it was thirty years ago and the results have dramatically improved! You may be asking many of the same questions Andrew once did. Is prayer my Christian duty? Is prayer primarily about asking God to meet my needs and the needs of others? Is God's answer to my prayer based on the degree of my humility and sincerity? Is answered prayer a sovereign decision of God or do I have the ability to influence Him? Clear, scriptural answers to these questions and more could significantly change the way you pray. These principles may not be the only way to pray, but if you're not getting the results you desire, consider changing directions; maybe there is A Better Way to Pray.




Guided by His Light


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Children will find endless joy in this glow-in-the-dark bedtime prayer book featuring more than fifty beautifully illustrated, kid-friendly prayers. The special, glow-in-the-dark hardcover is an irresistible touch of fun that builds excitement about the nightly prayer ritual. This is a perfect gift for new parents and young families who want to incorporate daily prayer into the bedtime ritual. Short, rhyming verses that underscore God’s love will comfort and relax children to sleep while also providing them with a better understanding of their faith and its role in their life. Approachable and colorful illustrations of children, baby animals, rainbows, and more will accompany each prayer. Featured prayers include traditional selections such as The Lord’s Prayer as well as original prayers: Thank you Lord, for blessing me, my heart is full of love, you give me hope and strength and care, and guidance from above. Parents and grandparents will love how Guided by His Light prepares children for a long and fulfilling relationship with God through consistent prayer.




52 Things to Pray for Your Kids


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You thought you were doing okay, and then you became a parent. All of a sudden you see how imperfect you are. So how are you supposed to raise your children up into godly young men or women? Popular speaker, author, and father Jay Payleitner knows the power of sustained prayer over his children. In his new book, he gives practical insight into finding hope and encouragement in prayer modeling a fervent prayer life for your children going to God for help in everyday problems praying for your children's safety, health, and character seeking godly wisdom as you make decisions Great for moms, dads, and small groups, this resource will help you pray powerfully for children of any age.