The Psalms, Prayer, & Calling on God with John Onwuchekwa

Episode Summary:

Elizabeth Woodson is joined by John Onwuchekwa to talk about the Psalms and unpack how prayer was vital for Israel and is vital for us as the people of God.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

• What is prayer and why is it so vital to our life with God?

• What types of prayers do we see in the Book of Psalms? What do they teach us about God and Israel’s experience living in his world as his people?

• Why do you think we struggle with prayer? What are some of the obstacles for people?

• When were you exposed to prayers of lament?

• Do you think pastors and ministers cover those harder prayers in scripture for our people as much as we should?

• What are some practical ways you incorporate prayer into your life?

• How do The Psalms and the theme of prayer point us toward the gospel?

Guest Bio:

Everything in John Onwuchekwa’s life hinges on the power of words, both spoken and written. Whether it’s preaching from Scripture at Cornerstone Church, writing books, speaking into other people’s lives, co-directing the church-planting network The Crete Collective, framing new narratives through ventures like Portrait Coffee, or enjoying books and movies with his wife Shawndra and daughter Ava, in one way or another everything John does intersects with the beauty and power of words—both how he has been shaped by them and how he uses them to shape the world around him. Come learn more about John and how his story can speak into yours.

Helpful Definitions:

• Prayer: Calling on God to fulfill the promises He made to us. - Gary Millar

Reflection:

Take some time today, either by yourself or with a friend, and pray.

Continue Learning:

If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever. 

• Scripture Passage: Psalm 3, 13, 119, Matthew 6:9-13

• Book: Calling on the Name of the Lord - Gary Millar

• Book: Prayer - John Onwuchekwa

• Book: We Go On - John Onwuchekwa

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