{"product_id":"learning-to-pray-a-guide-for-everyone","title":"Learning to Pray: A Guide for Everyone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES \u003c\/i\u003eBESTSELLER\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“A smart, wise, often side-splittingly funny master class in seeking God. Any spiritual seeker—from atheist to professional religious—will cherish this bravura tome from one of our great spiritual guides, in the lineage of C. S. Lewis, Henri Nouwen, Thomas Merton, Gandhi, and Mother Teresa. Hallelujah \u0026amp; amen!”—Mary Karr, author of \u003ci\u003eLit \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Liar’s Club\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne of America’s most beloved spiritual leaders and the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eJesus: A Pilgrimage\u003c\/i\u003e teaches anyone to converse with God in this comprehensive guide to Christian prayer.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearning to Pray\u003c\/i\u003e is a profound and practical handbook that explains what prayer is, what to expect from praying, how to do it, and how it can transform us when we make it a regular practice to deepen our faith. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA trusted guide walking beside us as we navigate our unique spiritual paths, Father James Martin lays out the different styles and traditions of prayer throughout Christian history and invites us to experiment and discover which works best to feed our soul and build intimacy with our Creator. Father Martin makes clear there is not one secret formula for praying. But like any relationship, each person can discover the best style for building a personal relationship with God, regardless of religion or denomination. Prayer, he teaches us, is open and accessible to anyone willing to open their heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want to deepen your prayer practice and grow in faith, \u003ci\u003eLearning to Pray\u003c\/i\u003e offers a variety of methods and approaches to prayer that are accessible and user-friendly. This book is for the beginners in prayer and those experienced in the way of the Spirit. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this book, you’ll find compassionate spiritual guidance on how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow to Pray:\u003c\/b\u003e Discover what prayer is, what to expect from praying, and how a regular practice can transform your life, whether you’re a beginner or have been praying for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuild a Relationship with God:\u003c\/b\u003e Learn to converse with God in a personal way, moving beyond rote formulas to build genuine intimacy with your Creator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExplore Christian Prayer Traditions:\u003c\/b\u003e Experiment with different styles of prayer from throughout Christian history, including the Examen, Lectio Divina, and Ignatian Contemplation, to find what best feeds your soul.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFind Answers to Common Questions:\u003c\/b\u003e Get trusted advice on the challenges of the spiritual life, including how to handle distractions, dryness, and doubt in your prayer practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"James Martin","offers":[{"title":"Trade Paperback","offer_id":44821521531016,"sku":"9780062643247","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/1309\/6047\/files\/71XZcon2xYL._SL1500.jpg?v=1771621997","url":"https:\/\/faithgateway.com\/products\/learning-to-pray-a-guide-for-everyone","provider":"FaithGateway","version":"1.0","type":"link"}