“Many of us often are asleep to the idea that God wants to communicate with us personally, and as a result, we sometimes ignore what seem to be stray thoughts or concerns about friends, family, or situations. When worries arise, we often believe they are nothing more than the random musings of our imaginations, never awakening to the possibility that God is actually calling us to pray.”
(Linda Evans Shepherd)
This is our wake-up call.
There are times when each of us have needs pressing on our hearts. We are called to pray and know specifically how to pray.
Then there are those times, we feel urged to pray without certainty of the need, or knowing why.
In her book, Called to Pray: Astounding Stories of Answered Prayer
Called to Pray is a collection of stories about circumstances in which prayer was a dire need. Each story shares the astonishing outcome as a result of prayer.
The book is set up in chapters by which prayers can be found for specific situations including:
- call to pray for protection
- call to pray for needs
- call to pray for guidance
- call to pray for encouragement
Each section includes true and inspiring stories of miraculous answers to prayer. This book will impact in two ways:
- While in a season of waiting, you will find hope as you remember the ways God has answered prayers.
- You will find yourself encouraged to pray as you take notice of the prompting of God.
This book is a wonderful read for when we encounter a season of doubt. It will infuse your heart with faith to keep on praying. Each story will encourage us all to pay heed to those times we find ourselves awakened to pray.
*** I received a copy of this book from Revell for review purposes. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.
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This sounds like a great book! Testimonies can be so powerful! I know this is an area where I fall so far short! Thanks for the reminder. Blessings!
Donna, the testimonies truly encouraged me to not only pray more but to pray about all things.
This looks like a wonderful book! I love to read about other people’s prayer lives and personal testimonies. Thanks for the recommendation, Joanne. This is definitely an area I could use some inspiration in.
Candace, this is a book that can be picked up & set down to be read as needed. It was so encouraging to read the many testimonies. Made me realize we should not leave anything outside of the realm of prayer.
I love that quote. Just this morning on my prayer walk, I had a random thought, and and first I thought it was just that. Later, I thought maybe it was direction from God.
This sounds like an encouraging book. Thanks for your review.
Betsy, I think that is so it. We tend to negate those nudges from God. This book made me realize to take heed more often.
Ooh! Sounds interesting and right down my alley, Joanne! I am always looking for ways to enhance my prayers or pray in more meaningful and powerful ways. Thanks for the review, my friend!
Beth, this was a most encouraging book. The testimonies truly ignite faith & a desire to pray about all things.
Thanks for the insightful review. I know that I need to read this one. God bless you.
So good to see your name here, Mare. This book is most encouraging. The testimonies are sure to increase your faith. Blessings! XO
I need to be more prayerful in my life. I am adding this book to my wishlist. I can’t wait to read it.
I would love to see your next reading choice at Literacy Musing Mondays.
Thank you so much for your encouragement, Tami. This book truly was faith building.
Thank you for this timely encouragement to take everything to God in prayer! Thanks so much for linking this up at Booknificent Thursday this week!
Tina