Teach Us to Pray

As Christians, we have VIP access to Heaven through prayer but has guilt, intimidation or anything else stifled your confidence to come to God in prayer? In this episode of Teach us to Pray, Christina shares why we can approach God's throne of grace with confidence as we're instructed to do in Hebrews 4:16 and 3 ways to start praying confidently. Resources Mentioned in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideConnect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgStudy the Bible with Christina and Beloved Women by downloading the Beloved Women app: https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Why worry when we can pray? In fact, the Bible shares that instead of worrying we should be praying because it's then that we are protected from the torment of anxiety and receive the peace of God. In today's episode learn 3 important steps to take to turn your worries into prayers. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When we're intentional about our prayer life, we can truly experience the power of God in our lives. In this fun and honest conversation with speaker and vocalist, April Christina Farmer, you will learn:1. Two important areas the Church needs to pray about in this season.2. Practical ways to pray first thing in the morning.3. What Jesus teaches us about prayer so we can pray powerfully.Connect with April: http://aprilchristinafarmer.com/ Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideTake the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever wondered if you could be a prayer warrior or what it takes to hold that title? In this episode of the Teach Us to Pray Podcast, Christina chats with author and speaker Patrice Burrell to learn how a devastating accident led her into becoming a prayer warrior for God and what practical steps you can take to start or continue a powerful prayer life today.Resources Mentioned in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer.Connect with Patrice Burrell here: Connect with Patrice at https://www.patriceburrell.comConnect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgJoin the Beloved Women app for unlimited videos to learn God's word, grow your faith, and encourage your soul: https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Last episode, we had the privilege of digging deep into the scriptures to learn God's purpose for prayer in the believer's life, why prayer is so essential, and answer the question: what is prayer. I hope the episode left you with a desire to pray more. So it's only appropriate that in today's episode, we will discuss how to pray. I don't want to only leave you with the desire to pray without learning how to do so by looking at the example of Jesus.Key Takeaways:•Jesus teaches us to recognize Who we are praying to through worship.•Jesus teaches us the importance of being in alignment with God's will. •Jesus teaches us to make our requests to God, repent, and forgive when we pray.•The three "R" Prayer Process stands for Reverence, Repent, and Request.Resources Mentions in This PodcastDownload Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide at www.belovedwomen.org/prayer-guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer.Connect with Christina Paterson:Website: www.belovedwomen.orgYouTube: www.youtube.com/BelovedWomenTVInstagram: www.instagram.com/BelovedWomenFacebook: www.facebook.com/BelovedWomenScriptures in the Podcast are from NIV, ESV or NKJVEpisode Image Credit: Getty/Maria Voronovich Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Rewind & Remind: From our first episode of the Teach Us to Pray Podcast, we're talking about what prayer is and the importance of prayer. Before we move forward with each episode and get into the specifics of how to pray and practically make prayer a transformational part of our everyday lives, today's episode will lay a strong foundation as to why prayer is so vital in the first place.Key Takeaways:•Prayer is God's purpose and command for believers to communicate with Him to receive power from Him, victory through Him, and access to Him.•Prayer is our connection to heaven that enables us to realize even heaven here on earth. It is our access to receive God's power to do things we could never have imagined possible had we not asked Him.•Prayer is one of the greatest weapons God has given believers to combat spiritual warfare•Not only do we have access to God, but we can approach Him confidently.Resources Mentions in This PodcastDownload Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide at www.belovedwomen.org/prayer-guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer.Connect with Christina:Website: www.belovedwomen.orgYouTube: www.youtube.com/BelovedWomenTVInstagram: www.instagram.com/BelovedWomenFacebook: www.facebook.com/BelovedWomenScriptures in the Podcast are from NIV, ESV or NKJVEpisode Image Credit: Getty/mhatzapa Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever had to lift up a desperate prayer? Throughout the Bible, we see people in desperate need to seek God through prayer. In today's podcast, we'll look at their desperate prayers, and God's responses to those prayers, that we may learn more about prayer in our own desperate situations. Key Takeaways:• In our desperate times, there is a pouring out and a casting. It's not holding in all our feelings and emotions while trying our best to act as if they don't exist. It's being real with God about what we want, what's hurting us, and what's troubling us.• It's important not only to be desperate for our prayer to simply be answered but to be desperate for the God who answers prayers.• We serve a God who knows what it's like to be desperate, to suffer, to hurt. We are never alone. When we find ourselves in situations where God is all we have, we often discover He's all we ever needed. Prayer Resources to Help You Learn How to Pray:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide at www.belovedwomen.org/prayer-guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer.Connect with Christina Paterson:Website: https://www.belovedwomen.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BelovedWomenTVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/BelovedWomenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BelovedWomenScriptures in the Podcast are from NIV, ESV or NKJVEpisode Image Credit: Getty/Aleksei Morozov Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We so badly want to hear from God, and when we don't, it can be discouraging at best and devastating at worst. Although sometimes God does remain silent, there are often times where He is speaking, but we miss His voice. In today's episode, learn the four biggest mistakes you can make when trying to hear from God.  RESOURCES:Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, https://www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Before you speak to anyone, you want to ensure you have their attention so they can actually hear what you have to say. In the same way, God sends signs to get our attention so that we can hear from Him. In today's episode, learn three ways God sends signs to get your attention so you don't miss His voice. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com. CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA: Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We live in a world that is in the business of creating hard hearts. Yet the Bible warns against this type of heart. In today's episode, learn what a hard heart is, and five ways to practically use prayer to soften your heart.5 Practical Ways to Pray Against a Hard Heart: 1. Pray for humility2. Pray for an understanding heart3. Pray for repentance4. Pray for a compassionate heart 5. Pray for a forgiving heartResources Mentions in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Connect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgStudy the Bible with Christina and Beloved Women at https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV and NIV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The stress, pressure, and overwhelm we feel in busy seasons of our lives does not come from God. Jesus gives us peace, no matter how busy life may get. This is why the busier we are, the more time we need with God. In today's episode, we discuss grace-filled practical ways to make time for prayer when life is full.Key Takeaways• We can't compartmentalize our relationship with God and feel like the only time God is pleased with us is when we're praying.• God is not going to be less powerful if we don't spend time praying to Him today. We will be less powerful if we do not spend time praying to Him today.• There is nothing that can fill you up like God can.Resources Mentions in This PodcastDownload Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide at www.belovedwomen.org/prayer-guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer.Connect with Christina PatersonWebsite: https://www.belovedwomen.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BelovedWomenTVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/BelovedWomenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BelovedWomenScriptures in the Podcast are from NIV, ESV or NKJV Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We will all face storms in life, there's just no getting around it. Still, the storms we face will not all be the same. In fact, in my studies of the scriptures, I've discovered six types of storms Christians will have in life. Understanding what type of storm you are in is essential to enduring and coming out stronger on the other side. In today's podcast, learn the six types of storms and how to pray through each storm to find hope to come out stronger than before!Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:Join this summer Beloved Women online Bible study “Peace in the Storm” here: https://www.belovedwomen.org/peace-in-the-storm/Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer here: https://www.belovedwomen.org/prayer-guide/Connect with Christina Paterson at www.belovedwomen.org and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. Join now at https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from NIV & ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We've talked a lot about the various ways that God speaks to His people. Have you ever wondered about prophecy as a way that God speaks to us? You may wonder what prophesy is, whether it still exists today, and how we can know. We'll discuss all that and more in today's episode.  Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Scriptures are taken from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We know that prayer is powerful for the Christian and so does the enemy, which is why his mission is to stop you from praying. In today's episode, learn 3 unseen ways the enemy is trying to stop you from powerfully praying and how to overcome each attack. Enjoy! Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com. CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA: Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scriptures are taken from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

As believers, it's important to know that God will convict us, but He does not condemn us. In today's episode, learn the difference between conviction and condemnation so you can ensure you are accurately hearing from God. Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Scriptures are taken from ESV and KJV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever woken up from a dream and wondered if it was a message from God or just your imagination? In this enlightening episode, we explore how God has spoken through dreams throughout the Bible and how He continues to do so today. Learn practical ways to determine if your dreams are divine messages, expanding your understanding of how God communicates with His people.

Praying the Scriptures means using God's Word as the framework for our prayers. It is a powerful way for believers to not only know God's Word but to live God's Word.In Episode 9 (What to Pray When You Don't Know What to Say) we learned what to pray when we don't know what to say. One suggestion given was to pray the scriptures. In today's episode you will learn:1. How to choose what scripture to pray.2. A simple step-by-step process for scripture prayer.3. How to commit to regular scripture prayer. Resources Mentions in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Connect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgStudy the Bible with Christina and Beloved Women at https://www.belovedwomen.org/join Scriptures in the Podcast are from ESV.Episode Image Credit: Getty/riedjal Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In the Christian life, prayer is powerful. Through the power of prayer, lives are changed, bodies healed, and hearts transformed. The good thing about prayer is it doesn't have to be complicated. The five-minute prayer at the sink washing dishes can be just as effective as the hour prayer in your prayer closet. The effectiveness of your prayer does not have to do with rituals, long length, and big words. In today's podcast, we discuss five practical and simple ways that lead to more effective prayer. Editor's Note: We're bringing some of our favorite episodes of Teach Us to Pray out of the archives for you to discover or rediscover again. This episode originally aired in August 2020.Key Takeaways:• Once we pray about it, we need to let the worry go, and trust that whatever we prayed about is safely in God's hands. • Prayer schedules take the pressure off feeling like we need to spend 12 hours praying for everything at once by conveniently breaking up our prayer time.• When we don't place limits on when we should pray, it becomes a natural rhythm in our lives, and we become less likely to skip this powerful discipline. Resources Mentions in This PodcastDownload Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide at www.belovedwomen.org/prayer-guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer.Connect with Christina:Website: www.belovedwomen.orgYouTube: www.youtube.com/BelovedWomenTVInstagram: www.instagram.com/BelovedWomenFacebook: www.facebook.com/BelovedWomenScriptures in the Podcast are from NIV, ESV or NKJV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Greater than our plans is God's purpose. While everyone is setting goals for the new year, take some time to listen and pray with Christina over 4 biblical planning principles found in the book of Proverbs. Resources mentioned in this episode: Receive Christina's Beloved Planner when you become a Beloved member today at https://www.belovedwomen.tv CONNECT WITH CHRISTINAGo to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV, NIV & NLT. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

There is no need for New Year's resolutions if you have not unlocked the power of prayer in your life. Prayer has the power to make this a great year so join me as we pray 3 life-changing prayers for your best year yet. RESOURCES: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scriptures are taken from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Explore How God Speaks to Us Through the Birth of Christ In this episode, we delve into the many ways God communicates with His people, as revealed in the Nativity story. Discover how God uses angels, the Holy Spirit, dreams, and confirmation to guide us, all exemplified through the miraculous birth of Jesus. We’ll explore what these methods of divine communication mean for us today and how we can recognize God's voice in our lives. Resources: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide: Cultivate a powerful prayer habit here. Connect with Christina Paterson: Visit Beloved Women for more inspiration. Join the “He Shall Be Called” Bible Study Series: Enroll here. Study the Bible with Christina and Beloved Women: Download the Beloved Women app here. Scriptures referenced in this episode are from the ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this special episode from Everyday Prayers, host Brook McGlothlin sits down with Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. In this inspiring conversation, they discuss how to shift the focus of Christmas from receiving to giving. Brooke shares how her family uses the Samaritan’s Purse Christmas Gift Catalog to help those in need, along with practical tips for making your holiday season more meaningful. Brook and Kristy also invites you to join the Million Praying Moms Christmas Challenge, where you can feed 100 babies this December. For just $9, you can provide a meal for one baby and make a lasting difference this Christmas. Learn how you and your family can get involved, spreading love and generosity this holiday season. Links & Resources: Samaritan’s Purse Christmas Gift Catalog – Make a Difference This Christmas Million Praying Moms Christmas Challenge – Feed 100 Babies This December FREE RESOURCE: Learn to Love Your Children Like God Does – A FREE 5-Day Devotion for Moms. Find more episodes of Everyday Prayers with Million Praying Moms Discover more faith-based podcasts at LifeAudio.com or wherever you listen to podcasts! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The rush of the Christmas season often temps us to forget its true meaning. In this episode, learn three specific areas of focus to pray to keep Christ first this Christmas. Also, take time to pray with Christina at the end of this episode to ask God for the joy, love, and hope this season brings. Resources Mentioned in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideConnect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgJoin the “He Shall Be Called” Bible study series here: https://www.belovedwomen.tv/he-shall-be-called Study the Bible with Christina and Beloved Women by downloading the Beloved Women app: https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV.Episode Image Credit: Getty/ ChrisGorgio Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It's during Christmas that we celebrate the birth of our Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ. It's ironic because this is also one of the year's busiest, most hectic, and stressful seasons. If you are feeling the pressure of trying to do everything before the year ends, like getting Christmas gifts, preparing for family visits, and more, this episode is for you. Listen to learn how to prayerfully stay peaceful this Christmas season.    Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Thessalonians 4:11 says, “Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life.” During the busy holiday season that is upon us, you may be wondering if a quiet and unrushed life is even possible. In this episode, I share with you three ways the practice of prayer can help you to slow down, focus on what's most important, and experience God's peace this season. Enjoy!RESOURCES:Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, https://www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever wanted a stronger prayer life? You already know the importance of prayer but you desire to grow in this area. In this light-hearted and fun conversation with author and Bible teacher Heather Dixon, she shares how she is growing in the discipline of prayer and how you can too. You will learn:• Practical steps to make prayer a daily part of your life• How to use the Lord's prayer to start your day with God• How daily prayer can drastically change your lifeResources Mentioned in this Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideConnect with Christina Paterson! Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever had to lift up a desperate prayer? Throughout the Bible, we see people in desperate need to seek God through prayer. In today's podcast, we'll look at their desperate prayers, and God's responses to those prayers, that we may learn more about prayer in our own desperate situations. Key Takeaways:• In our desperate times, there is a pouring out and a casting. It's not holding in all our feelings and emotions while trying our best to act as if they don't exist. It's being real with God about what we want, what's hurting us, and what's troubling us.• It's important not only to be desperate for our prayer to simply be answered but to be desperate for the God who answers prayers.• We serve a God who knows what it's like to be desperate, to suffer, to hurt. We are never alone. When we find ourselves in situations where God is all we have, we often discover He's all we ever needed. Prayer Resources to Help You Learn How to Pray:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide at www.belovedwomen.org/prayer-guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer.Connect with Christina Paterson:Website: https://www.belovedwomen.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BelovedWomenTVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/BelovedWomenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BelovedWomenScriptures in the Podcast are from NIV, ESV or NKJVEpisode Image Credit: Getty/Aleksei Morozov Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Most of us know that we should pray but struggle with how to pray. In this conversation with Christina and her pastor, Dr. Norman Peart you learn about the recipe for prayer that Jesus gives His followers and why each step is essential to a well-balanced prayer life.Connect with Dr. Norman Peart: https://normanpeart.com/Find his book "Jesus' Prayer Recipe:: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Prayer-Recipe-R-C-H/dp/1611534453Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:DOWNLOAD CHRISTINA'S FREE PRAYER GUIDE:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideCONNECT WITH CHRISTINA: https://www.belovedwomen.orghttps://www.youtube.com/c/BelovedwomenOrg BECOME A BELOVED WOMEN MEMBER:Join Christina for weekly video Bible studies, access to the complete Beloved Women video library of Bible study series, and exclusive content and bonuses. Ready to ignite your passion for God's truth, stay consistent in His Word, and experience the spiritual growth you need to maintain your full but blessed life? Become a Beloved Women member today!: https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We live in a world that is in the business of creating hard hearts. Yet the Bible warns against this type of heart. In today's episode, learn what a hard heart is, and five ways to practically use prayer to soften your heart.5 Practical Ways to Pray Against a Hard Heart: 1. Pray for humility2. Pray for an understanding heart3. Pray for repentance4. Pray for a compassionate heart 5. Pray for a forgiving heartResources Mentions in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Connect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgStudy the Bible with Christina and Beloved Women at https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV and NIV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When it comes to prayer, we understand the importance of marking time to speak to God, but what if we don't hear Him speak back? In this episode, we look at Psalm 42 to learn 3 simple steps to take when we feel God is silent to our prayers. Resources Mentioned In This Podcast:Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com. Connect with Christina Paterson!Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/Scriptures in the podcast are from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We can look at the changing seasons each year to know that nothing lasts forever. Life consists of cycles and seasons. The Bible tells us there is a season for everything, but we also know that no season lasts forever. In today's episode, learn 5 signs God is moving you in a new direction and pray with Christina over two areas we should always pray over before we make any new moves in our lives.  Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever wondered why some people are more confident in prayer than others? Often we think that powerful prayers are reserved for those that we consider super spiritual and divinely superior, as if that's a thing. The truth is the power of prayer resides in the God we pray to, and most often, those we consider prayer warriors have a practice of prayer that regularly invites the power of God into their lives. But that same power is available to everyone. In today's episode, I'm sharing with you 6 prayer practices that can dramatically strengthen your prayer life. Enjoy!Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideTake the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The Holy Spirit is not only with us and near us but in us as believers. He enables our prayers. This connects us to God every moment of our lives, no matter how busy life gets. In today's episode, learn how to sense the leading of the Holy Spirit in your life so you can connect with God every moment. Prayer is unlocked when we team up with the Spirit. Enjoy! Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: How to Hear God Through His Word How to Hear God in Prayer How God Speaks Through Your Current Circumstances How God Speaks Through Our Past Experiences How God Confirms His Word Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Scriptures are taken from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

As a leader who holds much responsibility, prayer is not optional. In fact, today's guest shares why prayer is important for leaders today. The truth is, whether we're in a boardroom making business decisions or at the kitchen table helping our children with their homework, we are all leaders in some capacity. So in today's conversation with speaker and podcaster Latasha Ferguson, you'll learn how busy leaders can tap into the power of prayer every day, some of the most important areas leaders need to be praying about, and practical ways to maintain an active and consistent prayer life. If you feel you need some encouragement regarding your leadership, today's episode is for you. Enjoy. About Latasha: Latasha Ferguson is a speaker, writer, podcaster, and coach. She is passionate about empowering others to do the heart work so they can live and lead from the inside out. Connect with Latasha at http://www.latashaferguson.com/Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideTake the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, https://www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

If your mind runs a thousand miles a minute you probably don't have much time to renew your mind as the Bible instructs but skipping this important spiritual discipline can leave us frustrated, confused and overwhelmed. To ensure your thoughts are leading you in God's direction of peace, learn 3 powerful prayer points to renew your mind and transform your life.  Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

While it's easy to leave the past in the past, this is not always wise. Often, God leaves many lessons for us to learn from our past experiences if we'll open our hearts to listen. In today's episode, learn how God speaks to us through our past experiences. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We will all face storms in life, there's just no getting around it. Still, the storms we face will not all be the same. In fact, in my studies of the scriptures, I've discovered six types of storms Christians will have in life. Understanding what type of storm you are in is essential to enduring and coming out stronger on the other side. In today's podcast, learn the six types of storms and how to pray through each storm to find hope to come out stronger than before!Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:Join this summer Beloved Women online Bible study “Peace in the Storm” here: https://www.belovedwomen.org/peace-in-the-storm/Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer here: https://www.belovedwomen.org/prayer-guide/Connect with Christina Paterson at www.belovedwomen.org and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. Join now at https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from NIV & ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Motherhood is no easy job. The responsibilities are heavy; the results are eternal. Moms are fighting a battle for the hearts of their children every day, and this is a spiritual battle that needs spiritual weapons. In the book “Warrior Mother,” Victoria Riollano equips the hearts of moms to fight for their family's faith. Whether you're fighting to help your children make good decisions, eat healthily, or an all-out war has broken out in your home, this conversation is sure to leave you with the wisdom, tools, and encouragement you need not only to fight but to do so confidently and victoriously. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Connect with Victoria Riollano here: https://www.victoryspeaks.org/  Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Why worry when we can pray? In fact, the Bible shares that instead of worrying we should be praying because it's then that we are protected from the torment of anxiety and receive the peace of God. In today's episode learn 3 important steps to take to turn your worries into prayers. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

7 Ways to Prayerfully Discover Your Purpose Our God is purposeful and intentional. That means He has a reason for everything He does, including why He created you. He gives us all purpose and places a specific call on our lives. In this episode, I'm sharing 7 important ways to seek the Lord in prayer to clearly discover your purpose and confidently answer God's call on your life. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Join my upcoming Bible Study, "Crazy or Called," to learn how to clearly discover and confidently answer God's call on your life: https://www.belovedwomen.org/biblestudy  Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever had a dream and wondered if it was from God or if it was just your imagination? Throughout the Bible, we see God speak to people in their dreams, and I believe He still does today. In this episode, we'll discuss how to know if a dream is from God so you can learn one more way God speaks to His people today. Enjoy! Subscribe to Teach Us to Pray on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:Episode 68: How to Sense the Leading of the Holy Spirit Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.Connect with Christina:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scriptures are taken from ESV and NIV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Have you ever noticed that you feel closer to God and hear Him more clearly when you're outshine enjoying nature? There is a good reason for that. God has placed His fingerprint on creation so that we can experience Him though nature. In today's episode learn 8 ways God speaks to us through creation. Enjoy!Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:Episode 68: How to Sense the Leading of the Holy SpiritEpisode 67: The 3 Prayer personality Types Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Scriptures are taken from ESV and NIV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Do you feel that prayer is not as easy as others make it seem? Well, that's because sometimes prayer is hard. In today's episode, learn 4 challenges that make prayer harder than it needs to be and how to overcome each one. Episode 49 - Why is Prayer so Hard.mp3 Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Do you want to know how to pray more bold prayers? In today's episode of the Teach Us to Pray podcast Christina chats with Bible teacher and author Liv Dooley. In this interview, Liv shares how she has grown to pray boldly to God and gives practical tips for you to start praying more confidently today. Connect with Liv Dooley here: https://livdooley.com/DOWNLOAD CHRISTINA'S FREE PRAYER GUIDE:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideCONNECT WITH CHRISTINA: https://www.belovedwomen.orghttps://www.youtube.com/c/BelovedwomenOrg BECOME A BELOVED WOMEN MEMBER:Join Christina for weekly video Bible studies, access to the complete Beloved Women video library of Bible study series, and exclusive content and bonuses. Ready to ignite your passion for God's truth, stay consistent in His Word, and experience the spiritual growth you need to maintain your full but blessed life? Become a Beloved Women member today!: https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Do you have a difficult time making decisions? Does indecisiveness leave you frustrated and consumed with uncertainty? Do you always fear if you are making the right divisions or the wrong ones? In today's episode, learn 4 powerful ways to prayerfully make wise decisions without fear and instead a bold faith in God.RESOURCES:Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideTake the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, https://www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We so badly want to hear from God, and when we don't, it can be discouraging at best and devastating at worst. Although sometimes God does remain silent, there are often times where He is speaking, but we miss His voice. In today's episode, learn the four biggest mistakes you can make when trying to hear from God.  RESOURCES:Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, https://www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Be sure to listen to the first episode of our series, When God Says No - https://www.lifeaudio.com/teach-us-to-pray/when-god-says-no-how-god-answers-prayers-part-1-episode-26What Christina covers in today's episode:1. Don't miss God's yes!2. Don't worship the thing God said yes to.3. Don't feel guilty that God gave you what you want. When he wants to bless you – receive it with thanksgiving and give Him glory for it! Resources Mentioned in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideConnect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgJoin the Beloved Women app for unlimited videos to learn God's word, grow your faith, and encourage your soul: https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We often wonder if God answers our prayers and He does! In fact, there are three ways He always answers our prayers: with a no, yes, or maybe. In part 1 of this 3 part series, Christina shares how to trust God even when His answer to your prayer is no. Resources Mentioned in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideConnect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgJoin the Beloved Women app for unlimited videos to learn God's word, grow your faith, and encourage your soul: https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the podcast are from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Are you having a difficult time with anxious thoughts? Sometimes it feels like the more we fight these thoughts, the worse they get. But you don't have to fight alone. God's word and the power of prayer can provide great relief when you feel overwhelmed with worry and anxiety. In today's episode, let's pray Philippians 4:6–7 together to break the stronghold of anxiety so we can live free of worry. Resources Mentioned in this Podcast: Prayer is powerful, but it's not the only tool God provides to heal and help our anxious thoughts. If your battle with anxiety becomes too much, please seek help. Find resources to help here. Download Christina's Free 5-Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer. Take the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Scripture from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It's no secret that we need God's guidance and the leading of the Holy Spirit to be able to hear God through His Word. We can do that by simply asking for His help. Before any Bible Study, it's important to pray to God and invite Him to lead you. When we focus on God first, we're reminded that the pressure is not all on us, but that God is with us and He desperately wants to speak to us through His Word. In this episode of the Teach Us to Pray Podcast learn 4 important areas to pray over before studying your Bible.Resources Mentioned in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer.Connect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgStudy the Bible with the LIFE Bible Journal: https://thebelovedboutique.com/ Join the Beloved Women app for unlimited videos to learn God's word, grow your faith, and encourage your soul: https://www.belovedwomen.tvScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When we're intentional about our prayer life, we can truly experience the power of God in our lives. In this fun and honest conversation with speaker and vocalist, April Christina Farmer, you will learn:1. Two important areas the Church needs to pray about in this season.2. Practical ways to pray first thing in the morning.3. What Jesus teaches us about prayer so we can pray powerfully.Connect with April: http://aprilchristinafarmer.com/ Resources Mentioned in this Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideTake the Prayer Personality Quiz to learn how you best Hear from God and communicate with Him: https://www.prayquiz.com.CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA:Go to her site, www.belovedwomen.org, and study the Bible with her in the Beloved Women app available in the Apple and Google Play stores, where she invites busy women to fill up on God's love and truth through online Bible study, practical Christian living, and authentic womanhood. https://www.belovedwomen.org/join/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.