Praying

Recent Praying Stories

In prayer we make ourselves known to God as we make ourselves known to our loved ones.

by Rick Hamlin

Karen Kingsbury

The bestselling author shares the words of encouragement that convinced her she was a gifted writer.

by Karen Kingsbury
, Nashville, Tennessee

Sweetie the cat

A gentle feline teaches a man that everyone sometimes needs a little TLC.

by Richard H. Schneider
, New York, New York

Sharon Hinck, Contributing Author Mornings with Jesus

Discover the spiritual benefits of taking a break from your daily to-dos.

by Sharon Hinck
, Bloomington, Minnesota

The process of praying can be even more valuable than the answers we’re praying for. The journey is as important as the destination.

by Rick Hamlin

Elizabeth Peale Allen

Tips and Scripture to identify fear triggers and overcome your anxiety through faith and prayer.

by Elizabeth Peale Allen
, Pawling, New York

Leaning on God for hope and comfort after a tragedy doesn’t ignore what has taken place; it helps us recover and rebuild.

by Adam Hunter

Matt Beisner and his four dogs

He was deathly afraid of dogs—so what made him think he could be a professional trainer?

by Matt Beisner
, Los Angeles, California

Erin Keeley Marshall, Author of Mornings with Jesus

How do we feel safe when the media is filled with so many haunting stories of horrible news.

by Erin Keeley Marshall
, Rogers, Arkansas

Everyone experiences dry spells in their prayer life. Here’s an exercise that might help.

by Rick Hamlin

John and Elizabeth Sherrill

An experienced writer learns a surprising (and surprisingly effective) way to combine interviewing and prayer.

by John Sherrill
, New York, New York

Melinda Mallory

A child's anxiety over being away from home is eased by a special Bible verse.

by Melinda Mallory
, Southlake, Texas

Through this experience of loving each other as Jesus loves, she and her family have seen that there is a plan in place for all of us.

by Trudy Harris

Rick Hamlin, Guideposts' executive editor

In this excerpt from 10 Prayers You Can't Live Without, Rick Hamlin shares how intercessory prayer deepens his faith and enhances his life.

by Rick Hamlin
, New York, New York

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