Praying Christian Women

Prayer lists: do you love them, or could you do without? In today's Coffee Break episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast, we discuss a listener's question about whether praying from a list is repetitive and legalistic, or if it can be a useful part of the praying Christian woman's prayer repertoire. What do you think? We'd love to hear from you in the comments! Don't forget to check out our newest online prayer course all about prayer journaling at www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journaling today! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Get your free scripture journal at www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journal today! If you're like many Christian women, you might be craving deeper spiritual connections than what you typically find sitting in your sanctuary on Sunday mornings. Today on the Praying Christian Women Podcast, we're discussing ways to develop deeper and more meaningful spiritual relationships with those around us and tips for building stronger, more prayer-full fellowship. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We all know that prayer journaling has TREMENDOUS spiritual benefits. But that's not the only reason to love this spiritual discipline. Join us on the Praying Christian Women podcast for a brief discussion of some of the physical and psychological benefits you'll also reap when you make prayer journaling a regular (or even irregular!) part of your life. For more resources, videos, and downloadable prompts to turn you into a prayer journaling aficionado, visit www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journaling Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Fighting distractions is one of the hardest challenges we have to face when we want to go deeper into prayer. Today on the Praying Christian Women Podcast, we're diving in deep with some practical, science-backed suggestions for freeing up mental space so we can stay more on task when we pray. If you'd like to find out more about our new prayer journaling course, visit www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journaling today! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Prayer journaling can draw you closer to God in so many ways, it would be difficult to fit them all into one episode, so today we're going to narrow it down to some spiritual benefits of prayer journaling. We'll also give you some practical tips to get started if you're new to prayer journaling, or have tried it before without success. If you'd like to go deeper into the world of prayer journaling, visit www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journaling to check out our newest online course! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Visit www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journal to get your free scripture journal! There is a stigma surrounding the term "mental illness" that makes people reluctant to admit that they or someone they love is suffering. Kay Warren shatters the silence by sharing her own deeply personal story. Kay talks about the role (and limitations) of prayer, and offers hope to those whose faith has been shaken by profound loss. NOTE: This episode includes discussion about severe depression and thoughts of self-harm. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Description: I can definitely say with confidence that prayer journaling has changed my life ... and I believe it can do the same for yours! Today on the Praying Christian Women Podcast, tune in while Alana shares three different stories of how her life was changed for the better because of prayer journaling. It just might do the same for you! You can also visit www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journaling for our brand-new video series, a Praying Christian Woman's Guide to Prayer Journaling! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Do you have a hard time staying focused when you pray? You're not alone. Join us over some coffee (or tea!) for a discussion on why our minds are so distracted and how grace and perseverance matter way more than 100% focus. If you have questions you'd like discussed on a future "Coffee Break" episode (we only use first names, or even keep you completely anonymous, so please don't hold back!), visit prayingchristianwomen.com/questions to submit yours! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Goal-setting is everywhere. If you want to get fit, you set exercise goals. If you want to focus on self-development, you set learning goals. But what if your goal is to become a better pray-er, and can such a thing even be measured? Join us today in the Praying Christian Women lounge for a discussion on prayer, growth and the ins and outs of spiritual goal-setting. Don't forget to grab your free scripture journal at www.prayingchristianwomen.com/journal! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever been praying and *think* you've heard God's voice, but really can't be sure? Even though nobody alive today can boast 100 percent accuracy hearing from God, some of the tips in today's Praying Christian Women podcast will steer you on the right path of discerning God's voice in the midst of all the other noise. Visit www.prayingchristianwomen.com/newyear to find out more about Alana's newest online prayer retreat! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.