How to Pray When You Don’t Know What to Say

Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft If prayer feels hard, confusing, or inconsistent, you’re not alone. Even the heroes of the Bible struggled with prayer! Join Arnie Cole, your spiritual fitness coach, and special guest Dr. Chuck Lawless as they explore how ordinary believers in both the Old and New Testaments learned to pray by, well, praying. Discover biblical examples of prayer, from the heartfelt cries of David to the disciples’ request, “Lord, teach us to pray” (Luke 11:1). Chuck shares powerful stories and practical insights to help you grow stronger in your prayer life, no matter where you’re starting from. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How Old Testament figures like Jonah and David navigated prayer in times of trouble - The importance of praying Scripture and how it can empower your spiritual journey today - Encouragement that even the disciples needed coaching in prayer. - Actionable takeaways for modern believers as we start the new year Take action with the 4 R’s: Read: Open your Bible and read one of the prayers discussed in today’s episode (for example, David’s prayer in Psalm 51 or the Lord’s Prayer in Luke 11). Reflect: Think about what this prayer reveals about God’s character and your relationship with Him. How does it speak to your current situation? Respond: Pray the words of Scripture back to God, making them your own. For example, “Lord, create in me a clean heart and renew a right spirit within me.” Reveal: Share what you’ve learned or experienced with someone else—encourage a friend or family member by telling them how praying Scripture has impacted you. Don’t miss tomorrow’s episode, where Chuck Lawless tackles the vital topic of prayer and spiritual warfare. Remember, what you do today truly matters—and tomorrow, you’ll be glad you did! For questions or to connect, email Arnie Cole at [email protected]. Keywords: prayer, Bible study, spiritual growth, Arnie Cole, Chuck Lawless, praying Scripture, Old Testament, New Testament, Christian living, spiritual fitness, discipleship, faith, spiritual warfare, Back to the Bible, daily devotion, how to pray, prayer life, encouragement, 2026, soul pump, Luke 11, Psalm 51, Christian podcast, Bible heroes, practical faith