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Praying the Bible

By Donald S. Whitney

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Praying the Bible

By Donald S. Whitney

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“This little book is explosive and powerful.”
R. Albert Mohler, Jr.

When you pray, does it ever feel like you’re just saying the same old things about the same old things?

Offering us the encouragement and the practical advice we’re all looking for, Donald S. Whitney, best-selling author of Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life, outlines an easy-to-grasp method that has the power to transform our prayer life: praying the words of Scripture. Simple, yet profound, Praying the Bible will prove invaluable as you seek to commune with your heavenly Father in prayer each and every day.

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Author:

Donald S. Whitney

Donald S. Whitney (PhD, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa) is professor of biblical spirituality and John H. Powell endowed chair of pastoral ministry at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He has written several books, including Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. Don blogs regularly at BiblicalSpirituality.org.

Product Details

Category: Christian Living
Format: Printed Caseside
Page Count: 112
Size: 5.25 in x 8.0 in
Weight: 8.14 ounces
ISBN-10: 1-4335-4784-8
ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-4784-3
ISBN-UPC: 9781433547843
Case Quantity: 48
Published: July 31, 2015

Table of Contents

  1. The Problem
  2. The Solution
  3. The Method
  4. More about the Method
  5. Praying the Psalms
  6. Praying Other Parts of the Bible
  7. The Most Important Part of This Book
  8. Evaluating the Experience
  9. What Have We Learned?
  10. The Examples of George Mueller, Jesus on the Cross, and Christians in the Book of Acts

Appendix 1: “Psalms of the Day” Chart
Appendix 2: Praying the Bible with a Group

Endorsements

“Don Whitney’s suggestion to pray the Bible has made a huge contribution to my devotional life. This little book is explosive and powerful. Read it ready to experience a great step forward in your walk with Christ and in your commitment to prayer.”
R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

“My walk with the Lord has often been strengthened and encouraged by Don Whitney’s writing. Now he reminds us of the value of using Scripture as a prompt and basis for our prayers. This is a particularly helpful tool for those of us who often struggle to know what and how to pray or whose minds tend to wander during private prayer. This book will surely help many refresh their time with the Lord.”
Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, author; Founder, Revive Our Hearts and True Woman

“If you are looking for a book to teach you not only to pray but also to invigorate your intimacy with God through prayer, this is the one. I highly recommend this book written by a man who has instructed thousands of people about spiritual disciplines in academic circles and in church settings. My soul has been nourished as I have sat under Whitney’s teaching, especially on the topic of prayer. You and I need this book. You will be blessed in more than one way.”
Miguel Núñez, Pastor-Teacher, Iglesia Bautista Internacional, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

“I prayed through Psalm 23 with tears streaming down my face, asking myself, why have I not done this before? Perhaps you’ve been told to pray the Scriptures, but you haven’t because you were never taught how to. Whitney’s simple approach makes praying through the Bible accessible while also leaving space for the Word and Spirit to work in your heart. Don’t give up on prayer! Praying the Bible will help transform your prayer life.”
Trillia Newbell, author, If God Is For Us: The Everlasting Truth of Our Great Salvation

“Prayer and Scripture intake are both essential for spiritual devotion, like the left and right wings of a plane. Prayer is the Christian’s duty. It should also be the Christian’s delight. Praying the Bible will teach you to take in the joy of Scripture-led prayer.”
H. B. Charles Jr., Pastor, Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church, Jacksonville, Florida

“Whitney offers a wonderfully practical, pastoral, and biblical approach to prayer that relieves personal boredom and unleashes spiritual power. It’s so simple it will shock you and, at the same time, invigorate a renewed prayer life with your God.”
Bryan Chapell, Stated Clerk, Presbyterian Church in America

“Whitney has taught the material in this book a number of times at the WorshipGod conferences I lead. Unfailingly his has been one of the most appreciated and life-affecting seminars we’ve offered. I can’t recommend this book highly enough.”
Bob Kauflin, Director, Sovereign Grace Music; author, Worship Matters and True Worshipers