Personal and corporate prayer is an area that I always want to be growing in. I hope the same is true for you.

Over the years I have encountered a few good resources that have helped me move in this direction. I’ve encountered many others that were not so good. For me, anyway.

I’ve suggested previously that one of the best ways to grow in prayer is simply by praying. The more time we spend in prayer the easier and more natural it becomes.

This is not only true of private prayer. It is also true of praying with others. The more we pray together the more natural it becomes.

I especially enjoy praying with others who have been walking with the Lord longer than I have and who I know have spent a lot of time in prayer themselves. I am encouraged to hear what they pray about. Often, the content of their prayers causes me to grow. Usually the Lord has put some different things on their heart and mind than He has put on mine. When we pray together our perspective is increased.

In addition to praying alone and praying together I wanted to recommend three resources that have been a great blessing and encouragement to me with the hopes that they will be an encouragement to you in your prayer life. I would also like to invite you to let me know any resources that have blessed you in the area of prayer. Continue reading →