When God Is Silent: Let the Bible Teach You to Pray

by John Koessler

Publisher:

Lexham Press

, 2023

Let the Bible Teach You to Pray

For Christians, one of our earliest lessons—and greatest gifts—is learning how to pray. And yet many of us feel that our prayer lives fall short. In When God Is Silent, John Koessler reassures us that this feeling has nothing to do with motivation or method. Our problems are relational, and recognizing this is the first step to having a better prayer life.

Prayer is a conversation that moves primarily in one direction: from the believer who prays to the God who hears. If God appears silent, that does not mean he isn’t listening. We always have God’s attention. This book does more than answer questions like how and why we should pray. It also invites us to gain a deeper awareness of God, of his goodness, and of the rich welcome that is waiting for us every time we approach him in the name of Jesus Christ.

Praise for When God Is Silent

I have read countless books on prayer, a tribute to both my deep need and dogged belief. I return to only two or three. This is a book to read and return to.

—Rosalie de Rosset, professor of literature and homiletics, Moody Bible Institute

The more I read, the more I wanted to pray, not from obligation but from a deep connection growing with God’s desire to commune with me and know me. In the process, I began to know his compassion and care better. If you struggle with prayer because you’re not sure it’s worthwhile, dig into this book and let its truth wash over your soul.

—Chris Fabry, host of Chris Fabry Live

When God Is Silent is filled with down-to-earth advice and captivating storytelling that will revitalize your prayer life.

—Jamie Janosz, managing editor of Today in the Word

Study Guide

Study along with this free guide for individuals and groups looking to explore the exiting, mysterious, and often frustrating world of prayer. Download for free.

Contents

• Introduction
• Awkward Conversations with God
• Praying and Getting What You Want ... or Not
• The Art of Praying for Others
• Managing Our Angry Prayers
• Praying in the Words of Another
• How to Stay Focused During Prayer
• Jesus on Prayer
• Prayers Without Words
• Faith, Hope, and Prayer
• Questions for Reflection

Product Details

• Title: When God Is Silent: Let the Bible Teach You to Pray
• Author: John Koessler
• Publisher: Lexham Press
• Publication Date: 2023
• Pages: 248
• Format: Logos Digital, Paperback
• Trim Size: 5x8
• ISBN: 9781683597025

About John Koessler

Chair and Professor of Pastoral Studies, Moody Bible Institute.