All Prayer articles – Page 4
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ArticleTestimonies: No rain on my wedding day...
Signs & Wonders in everyday life. Your stories of God’s intervention
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ArticleSuffering is a natural part of life
As well as sharing her passion for writing, WA’s much-loved Veronica Zundel talks honestly about the deep valleys in her life – including her brother’s death, caring for a child with special needs and facing cancer twice
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ArticleLandscape Artist of the Year says, ‘I feel truly alive when I paint’
Susanna MacInnes got to the semi-finals of the 2023 Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year. She spoke to Jemimah Wright about her creative journey
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ArticleA prayer of thanks – and hope
The flowers of May are the Lily of the Valley, which symbolises the return of happiness, alongside the Hawthorn, which means hope – how apt as we look forward to the longer, warmer days of summer. In Matthew 6:28–31, a simple and profound idea is presented: “And ...
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Article‘How can we make space and time to listen to God when we are always doing at least two things at once?’
Veronica Zundel looks at the lost art of ‘monotasking’ and how important it is for our relationship with God
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OpinionThis is the blessing we offer to women who have had a painful childhood
Authors of The Lives We Actually Lead, Kate Bowler and Jessica Richie, share a blessing for those who experienced trauma from their childhoods.
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OpinionI felt so let down by unanswered prayer for my husband and son that I nearly gave up on God
When we are desperately praying for healing, it can be hard to feel that God isn't answering our prayers. Here a Woman Alive contributor explains how she almost gave up on God in the midst of her disappointment.
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Article‘My son got five siblings – one for every year he prayed!’
After Carrie Jones had her first child, it was nine years until she had another successful pregnancy. She never imagined she would give birth to quintuplets – thanks to the determined prayers of her eldest
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ArticleA prayer for health
Witnessing my mum suffer from ill-health was a challenging experience. I prayed for her recovery many times. She remained cheerful and strong in spirit throughout her illness and I feel blessed to have witnessed her courage and grace. I’m sure God held her close. In her last ...
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ArticlePrayer & Reflection: Experiencing God’s guidance
It’s often said a problem shared is a problem solved, and who better to share concerns with than God? Through prayer and meditation, I have found much solace. In Joshua 1:9, we are encouraged to heed God’s commandment: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do ...
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Article'The Holy Spirit saved my baby’s life' and other testimonies
Your stories of God’s intervention
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Article'I was single when God told me to speak out about Kingdom marriage'
For ten years, Anja Gibson has prophesied about marriage, decreeing the centrality of Christ and the couple as the pillar for the restoration of the earth. Eventually, in 2020, following a cascade of God-ordained circumstances, Anja entered into her own kingdom marriage
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ArticlePrayer & Reflection: A time for rest and renewal
Sinead McLeod shares a thought and prayer, living with a sense of hope
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OpinionFor some, Christmas piles on the pressure and prayer can become difficult… here are the Psalms I rely on in those times
If you’re feeling run down or stressed this Christmas, it can be hard to pray. Here writer Christina Schuetz offers six Psalms that she prays, when she doesn’t have the words herself.
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ArticleA prayer for Christmas
Maxine Hallett reflects on Christmas, and gives us a prayer for the season.
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Opinion'You are intimately aware of the sting of this loss': A prayer for when you love someone who doesn’t love you back
Heartbreak is agonising and brings up so much hurt and disappointment. Here, Elizabeth Moore and Audrey Elledge, authors of Liturgies for Hope, share their prayer for when you love someone who doesn’t love you back.
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Opinion'It is safe to grow old': A prayer for letting go of your younger self
For all of us, the idea of getting older, looking older and having your youngest years behind you is daunting. Here, Elizabeth Moore and Audrey Elledge, authors of Liturgies for Hope, share their prayer for letting go of your younger self.
