8. A Simple Way to Pray (Psalm 57)

Ever feel stuck in your thoughts… and don’t know how to pray?Here’s a simple, practical method that actually works.In this teaching, John Ortberg walks through a powerful and practical way to pray your emotions using Psalm 57.Adapted from psychological insights and grounded in Scripture, this ABCD prayer method helps you move from anxiety and rumination to clarity, trust, and peace.You’ll learn how to:- Identify what’s actually triggering you- Name the beliefs driving your emotions- Understand why your feelings feel so strong- Reframe your thoughts with truth- Move into a place of steadiness and actionIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to talk to God honestly—this gives you a clear path forward.📚 Today's Resources:Martin Seligman - referenced for the ABC model/framework John adapted into prayer and the PsalmsMark Twain - quote: “I have lived through terrible sufferings, horrible events, some of which actually happened.”🙌 New episodes every weekday.📲 Subscribe, like, and share to help others grow spiritually. One day at a time.Become New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.TEXT us at 51504EMAIL US at [email protected] OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text NEW to 51504SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our teamDOWNLOAD FREE STUDY GUIDES: BecomeNew.com/study-guides😊 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CnqywVp9s/🤳Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/become.new/Music Credits:Vikersund by RØRE - MB01V0UASAACPKEAlta by RØRE - MB01IWZVJASGKHF00:00 – Opening Prayer00:20 – Why We Struggle to Pray Honestly00:46 – A Practical Method for Prayer01:13 – Psalm 57: David in the Cave01:35 – What Is Your “Cave”?02:07 – Step A: Antecedent (What Triggered You?)03:01 – Why Negative Moments Drive Prayer03:27 – Real-Life Examples (Wallet, Mistakes, Fear)04:10 – Step B: Beliefs (What Are You Thinking?)05:02 – Why Writing Matters05:20 – Naming Fear-Based Beliefs06:17 – Step C: Consequences (Your Emotions)06:42 – How Beliefs Drive Feelings07:08 – Recognizing Emotional Impact07:47 – Step D: Dispute (Challenge Your Beliefs)08:08 – Reframing With Truth08:32 – “Most of My Fears Never Happened”08:56 – Living One Day at a Time09:21 – Step E: Energize (New Direction)09:47 – “My Heart Is Steadfast”10:11 – From Anxiety → Stability10:17 – Anticipating God’s Presence10:43 – Building Life on God’s Faithfulness11:03 – Putting It All Together11:28 – God Works in the Cave11:49 – Final Encouragement