Articles about the subject of prayer, from thosewhosindifferently.com.
Asking, Waiting, Acting, and Praising - Old Testament miracles aren't just for our entertainment. We can learn from them how to better participate in God's plans for us Not All Consequences Seem Good - The consequences of our words can be significant, especially when we engage God in them
It’s Here (Part I) - As Elijah and Elisha prepared to part ways, their final conversation can teach us a few things
Questions We Should Know the Answers To - Sometimes, the next step is to act on what we know God wants us to do, rather than trying to haggle with Him for a different answer
Help May Already Be On the Way - Honest prayer can be challenging, but sometimes it is part of the process to experience what God has already prepared Time for a Request - There's a difference between wages and a gift, but when we haven't earned what we seek, we can only hope for the latter We Deserved It - Today is not a day to beat ourselves up, but it might be a day to admit that negative consequences sometimes legitimately apply to us
What is “In Jesus’ Name”? - The phrase "In Jesus' Name" may be used a lot, but do we understand what it means?
The Battle Ebbs and Flows - Fighting the battle between following the God's direction and our own selfish desires is not easy, nor is it won in a day Four Good Practices - Acts 2:42 provides a succinct summary of early church practices, and we can achieve a lot by continuing to follow them today
Are You Focusing on the Goal, or the Tasks? - Following Jesus isn't about doing a bunch of "good deeds". There's a plan and a purpose, of which our actions are just a part
Straight Talk with God - The Bible models some bold questions that people asked God, and we can do the same
Punches or Prayer? - When faced with insults from outside, the book of Nehemiah has a fairly specific reply
Don’t Panic! - The power of God can be intimidating, but it is not something to be scared of for those who are reconciled to Him
Humble Confession - As any good 12-step program teaches, the first step is to admit that we have a problem, and that we are powerless to help ourselves Where to Pray - As it turns out, there are many good places to pray, and perhaps no bad places to pray. However, what we pray matters, too. Why Do We Stop Praying? - If God doesn't answer our requests before we give up continuing to pray for them, whose fault is that? Standing Up For Ourselves? - While God answers our prayers, are our requests sometimes about the wrong things? Picking Up Where We Left Off - When you meet Jesus in Heaven, will that be the first time you've had a good conversation with Him? Need to Get Away? - The hustle and bustle around us isn't going to calm itself. If we want some quiet time to spend with God, that might take some work. Unanswered Prayers…or Not? - Would God the Father ever not answer one of Jesus' (God the Son's) prayers? Can I Call Down Fire From Heaven, Too? - How did Elijah go about delivering a message through a dramatic demonstration of the power of God? One Free Request - If you could ask for anything, what would it be? Let's take a look at someone who received his request for some good suggestions.
Stopping vs. Pausing - If we can't stop our busy lifestyle, could we at least pause for a few minutes to do something better? Why It’s OK to Take a Break for God - We may want to have quiet time with God, but what gives us the right to actually slow down long enough to do so? When to Not Fast - While many people of faith might not fast often enough for their spiritual health, are there times when it isn't necessary?
Just Regular Conversation - Is there more to healthy conversation than just courtesy and small talk?
How Do I Get That Peace? - We may have heard about the "peace that passes understanding", but how do we actually find it?
A Prayer for All People - What better prayer could we offer for others than that they learn more about God and His will?
Lines of Communication - Communication has come a long way, but sometimes the most effective sharing uses methods that are tried and true.
How in the World Can I Pray to a Perfect, Holy God? - Who could possibly bridge the gap between a God who is transcendent and holy, and we sinful people here on earth? How Do We Pray for Them? - We may already know that we should pray for those in authority. How - and what - do we actually pray for them, though?
Like Fighting One Problem at a Time - What can you do when you wake up and your problems outnumber your abilities?
Infinite Prayers - We may be challenged to "pray big", once we start to comprehend God's power, but is there something even more than that?
Not Worried About This Town - What would our perspective of our current situation be like if we looked at it like a stopover, rather than our destination?
You Called Me! - Are we surprised when God answers our prayers? If so, we're not the first to be in that situation.
Blessings in the Blindness - When something we're used to is taken away, even for a short time, where might we find blessings in that?
Why Pray for Peace? - Yes, we want the peace that God gives us, but what other reasons should also cause us to pray for that?
No New Normal - What if the great moments of life happen in times of change, which God has prepared for through His people's faithfulness during the times of "normalcy"?
One-Line Prayer List - Sometimes, the Bible already contains the prayers that we need to pray for others.
Read the Bible, Be the Church, and Pray, Part 2 - So, what can we do when we need to be the church, but it can't be the same as before? Read the Bible, Be the Church, and Pray, Part 1 - What do we do when a source of strength is no longer available?
Those We’ve Never Met - Can God bless those we've never met, when we would rather pray for them than for the people we do know?
Don’t Always Go With Your Gut - Could a couple of well-invested seconds make all the difference in our next big opportunity?
Difficult Doesn’t Mean Pliable - Just because I can't hear or understand something, doesn't mean that I get to claim that I heard whatever benefits me the most.
Stuck Indoors - Do we sometimes feel like we should be doing more, but are stuck in a situation where we can't support the Kingdom of God as much as we want?
Eagerly Awaiting - If we can't wait to get home from a trip to see our family, how much greater will the anticipation be of going home to see our Lord and Savior?
Creepy Eyeball Balloon - Have you ever felt that you were being watched? What if that were a good thing?
I Don’t Know What to Say! - In a world where we feel like we are expected to know everything, what do we do when we don't even know the right question?
Revival - What would happen if followers of Jesus around the world all asked God for a massive intervention? Direct Line - Even in a world with lots of communication options, sometimes we need to talk to a real person in real time.
Organic Growth - In a world of microwaves and drive-through windows, plants still grow at their own pace.
Yielding to God’s Will - When we ask for God's will, are we always seeking His wisdom, or are we sometimes looking for a loophole?
Thinking Too Small - Our lives can be a lot bigger and more full of power than we know...if we only know where to look.
The Hunch - Our posture (and its effects on us) tells us what we spend time at. How can we invest in activities that produce good results, even if we have a few aches and pains as a result?
The Kool-Aid Man - We might not always deliver kid's drinks, but we still have opportunities to aid others.
Anticipation - What might it look like if we looked forward to hearing from God as much as we look forward to hearing back from friends?
Keep an Eye Out - When we make a request from someone we trust, do we expect results, or just move on?
Worshipping What We Make - We would never worship something that we made ourselves, treating it like something greater than we are...would we? Day-Planner - Let's be sure to include God in our plans for each day. Otherwise, who knows where our own plans will go awry?
Questioning God - While we don't always get all of the answers right away, there is good precedent to ask God the hard questions that are on our heart.
The Goldilocks Zone - We know how to ask for God to give us more. Have we considered asking Him to not give us too much?
Competition - If you find that other thoughts compete with your time with God, how can they be captured for later, so that you can focus on Him?
What Can We Ask For In Prayer? - We are invited to make requests of God. If one of those requests is for His wisdom, I believe that we can better align what we ask for with His will.
Don’t Give Up - If other people can't help but listen to us if we are persistent enough, how much more will a God who loves us hear our requests?
Learning to Pray - Praying may seem challenging at first, but given time and practice - and maybe a little help - we can make it as natural as other skills that we don't even think about anymore.
When to Pray - Although we can pray to God at any time, sometimes it is helpful to have a few specific situations to start with.
Filling in the Gaps - Sometimes, we find ourselves at a loss for words, or feeling unworthy to talk with a Holy God. He knew that this would happen, and personally intervenes to help us out in those times.
Praying with Others - Talking with God is often a private matter. However, sometimes it is appropriate to pray with others, also.
“Get Your Own Tape”, Part 2 - Just as with our physical bodies, our intake of spiritual food should increase over time to help us grow in a healthy manner.
Sweet Hour of Prayer - Although the old hymn, "Sweet Hour of Prayer", probably wasn't talking about a literal hour, we can still give God some of our undivided attention in prayer.
Why Can We Pray to God? - Talking to the Creator of the universe is a pretty big deal, and it is only possible because He reached out to allow it to happen.
Fancy Prayer Words – And Why You Don’t Need Them - Sometimes, those who pray out loud at church use some pretty fancy words to talk with God. While that's ok (but not necessary), here are a few quick definitions to help you follow along. 
Those Who Sin Differently 