Together in Prayer: Coming to God in Community [Paperback]

Andrew R. Wheeler (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 17, 2009

"Lord, teach us to pray," every small group, from Jesus' to yours, has asked. Prayer is intimidating--what do you say to the God of the universe? How do you listen to Someone you can't see? Add other voices to the mix and prayer becomes downright scary--one more opportunity to feel like an idiot in front of your small group, or one more opportunity to highlight the differences between you. And yet prayer is a gift from God to all of us, and group prayer binds us to one another in ways that no other activity can. In Together in Prayer Andrew R. Wheeler lays the groundwork for establishing a responsible, meaningful prayer ministry in your small group. Here you'll find guidelines for praying in groups, common pitfalls of communal prayer and suggestions for spurring your group onward. Comprehensive in its scope, thoughtful in its approach and practical in its insights, Together in Prayer serves as an authoritative guide for your group to embrace and enhance prayer together.

Editorial Reviews

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"This ridiculously practical and passionate book doesn't come from the dusty halls of some seminary or the echoing chamber of a monastery. It comes from a fast-beating heart of a man who practices what he teaches. That's what makes Andrew Wheeler a prayer-coach extraordinaire. Whether for your family, church or small group, embark on reading this book as you would a search for lost treasure. Engaging and enjoying prayer as a conversation with God in community with others is just that exhilarating and priceless!" (Dr. Marcus Bieschke, campus pastor, Willow Creek Community Church, McHenry County )

About the Author

Andrew R. Wheeler organizes the prayer ministry of the elders and Sunday service teams for Willow Creek Community Church--McHenry County. A member of the Church Prayer Leaders Network, he maintains the website togetherinprayer.net as a resource for churches growing in prayer ministry.

Product Details

• Paperback: 184 pages
• Publisher: IVP Connect (April 17, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830821147
• ISBN-13: 978-0830821143
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,376,283 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A book for a praying chruch, June 14, 2009

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David Kenney (Texas) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Together in Prayer: Coming to God in Community (Paperback)

I was able to get through this entire book in one sitting before I went to bed, the book is super easy to read and flows very naturally from chapter to chapter. The author gives good examples and references from scripture.

I bought this as a resource for my church which is going through a "season of prayer" and my prayer class found the contents of this book very helpful.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely practical, May 16, 2009

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Michael S. Pollard "Mike Pollard" (Nashville TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Together in Prayer: Coming to God in Community (Paperback)

Andrew has led group prayer in both church and parachurch settings, so he knows of what he writes. His book is extremely practical and will help your group to pray more effectively together. Get away from the bland prayers about Aunt Ethel's hip surgery!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Together in Prayer by Andrew Wheeler is a must-read, September 5, 2010

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Doug Murphy - See all my reviews

This review is from: Together in Prayer: Coming to God in Community (Paperback)

I was very impressed by this book. It is well written and accessible. I read this over a week because I wanted to absorb the teachings in each chapter and make my own notes. The author sets a Scriptural context for all his discussions of prayer. I especially appreciated his insights for 'corporate prayer' - praying in groups - and have tried to model this at my church. I strongly recommend Together in Prayer as both a personal and ministry resource.