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Pocket Prayers has proved itself a classic that deserves a place in the pocket of every Christian. This original collection brings together Christian prayers that have stood the test of time, from the words of Jane Austen to those of a twentieth-century African girl.This rich treasury will help anyone who wishes to develop their prayer life and their relationship with God.The prayers in this book are grouped into themes, including:The Lord's Prayer The Jesus Prayer The Grace Adoration Confession Thanksgiving Requesting Self-offering Trusting

Offering hope and comfort to those facing pressure and anxiety, Pocket Prayers for Troubled Times offers both original and traditional prayers that speak of God's presence and faithfulness in adversity.Tackling issues not covered in many standard prayer books, it reveals the value of prayer in all circumstances and contains seven themed chapters: Work, unemployment and money Home life and relationships Our broken world Our fragile earth In times of illness In times of bereavement Into God’s hands“Prayer may not ‘fix’ our problems, but it does change both us and the emotional context of our relationships. Prayer gives God access to our over-defended lives. Prayer lets God’s Spirit permeate the bone-hard ground of our confusions.” - John Pritchard

Containing prayers, carols and hymns celebrating the festive period, Pocket Prayers for Advent and Christmas provides prayers for the season.Structured to provide a prayer a day throughout the festive period, this seasonal addition to the popular Pocket Prayers is divided into practical themes, such as 'Waiting...the season of Advent' and 'Welcoming...the joy of Christmas day'.An ideal collection for anyone wishing to connect with the message of Christmas.

Pocket Prayers for Children is an ideal present for anyone who prays with children, to give to children who are starting to pray by themselves or as a baptism or confirmation gift.Using the Lord's Prayer as a base, the book brings together traditional and modern prayers to help inspire children in their faith.

This volume in the popular Pocket Prayers series offers new and traditional blessing prayers for a wide variety of situations and life stages. As well as prayers for traditional times of blessing, such as a birth, a wedding or a new home, it provides material for a wider range of times and events, including pilgrimages, children leaving home, old age, land, seasons, healing, human work, machinery and civic occasions. From the beginning of time people have sought God's blessing on their endeavours. Jan McFarlane explores this deep urge in today's world and has created many new blessing prayers for a wide range of needs.