Before Amen: The Power Of A Simple Prayer (2014) - Plot & Excerpts
I got this from Netgalley to preview. I've been a fan of Lucado for a long time, but it had been quite a while since I've spent time with one of his books. This one was a lovely breath of fresh air (and yes, I read it all in one sitting). For those who have questions about prayer, who feel like their prayers aren't effective, or who just struggle to pay attention when praying--there is something here for you.The book includes some study/discussion questions, so it would be a good one for either personal study or group use, but if you (like me) tend to do better with just reading and absorbing, you can skip the questions and just let it soak in. Max Lucado brings a fresh perspective filled with child-like faith to the study of prayer in his new book before amen. That's what struck me about the book. The way Max Lucado highlights the true father-child relationship of prayer. I read passages of this book to my husband because they so struck me. I also highlighted, underlined, and tweeted thoughts...not because they were so revolutionary. But because in their very simplicity, the concepts urge me to approach my Father God as a child. To curl up in His lap and share my days and concerns. Prayer doesn't need to be complicated or pious. All that is needed is a heart ready for and seeking relationship.
What do You think about Before Amen: The Power Of A Simple Prayer (2014)?
Read this as part of the Proverbs 31 Study. It was good and I think my prayer life has grown.
—ambreen
Love anything by Max Lucado~ Always thought provoking, love new ideas about praying.
—angela
I love Max Lucado. He has a lyrical way of speaking through his books.
—anandpravinpatel
3.5 Biblically based book on prayer and how to pray. Simplified.
—butterbb39
Clear exposition on the concept and power of simple prayer.
—sricharan
