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Summary: God is just a prayer away.
Review: I read this books a couple of years ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. It is straightforward, motivating and encouraging. Inspires you to connect with God every day. We all have something always going on in our lives and we forget that we need to be still and know He is God. And even when we think we can't take time out to pray, there is always time in the check-out line at the supermarket, while we put gas in our cars, drive to and from work, while we take a shower. I think most of us think we have to be on our knees to pray. Kneeling while praying is an act of respect, love and surrender but don't let that keep you from talking to God every day throughout your day because you're never too busy not to pray. PEACE, LOVE and JOY
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Summary: What a good book.
Review: If your prayer life isn't 'up to par' I'd recommend getting this book.
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Summary: It will change your prayer life
Review: It is Hybells thesis that prayer is unnatural for man whose life has been shaped by the rules of self-reliance. Yet, despite this dependence on self, most people pray. Prayer, Hybells states, is the most intimate form of communication we have with God and is essential to receiving His prevailing power in our lives.I like that his book is biblically based. Hybells develops his arguments from the actual text of Scripture, stating that a prayer warrior is someone who is convinced that God is omnipotent and is able to intervene in the lives of his people. This book is far more pragmatic, than theological. Hybells gentle humor is a refreshing change and a wonderful tool to capture the readers attention. Like most of Hybells earlier books, it was predictable-every chapter follows the same format. One gets the impression we are reading a sermon series; but despite this one failing, it is one of the most practical book on how to develop one's prayer life I have read.
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Summary: Great, easy to read, straight talk about prayer.
Review: One good thing that can be said about books by Bill Hybels: he hits the nail on the head with how Christians are today. In Too Busy Not To Pray, he accurately points out the flaws that many Christians have today in their attitude and approach to prayer. For example, Hybels asks why do we pray "Lord, be with us today", when we know from Scripture he's always with us? He suggests we pray "Lord, make us aware of your presence today." This small thing has helped me focus on what I'm actually saying in prayers, helping me to eliminate the jargon and have a more authentic and focused time with God. If you are a busy person like most of us, you may not be taking the time to actually know God, to pray, to know His will, to confess specific sins, to praise Him. This book gives good solutions and reasons for making prayer a priority above everything else. Good book, good scripture references, fast read. I recommend to anyone serious about knowing the Living God. - SCF.
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Summary: Too Busy Not Too Pray
Review: This book is based at Christians, but if you are not I am sure you will find it interesting to look deeper into what others believe. The first time you read this book it may seen a bit boring towards the beginning, but don't be put off by this keep reading and you will find that it gets better as the pages go on. If you are like me after the first three chapters you will want to stop time to read it over and over again, but that can't be done which is a great shame. The book look at prayer from all angles and quotes short passages from the Bible, with all the meanings thoroughly explained. The book also looks at how God reacts and responds to all prayer. The book is called 'Too Busy Not To Pray' but take some time out of your busy day to sit down and read it. While you are reading it you may be very surprised what you find hidden in the pages. I found out things, which I didn't know before, and I have been a Christian for a few years now, I say give it a go it's worth your time.
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Summary: Prayer The Saint's most powerful weapon.
Review: This is a great book because Bill Hybels doesn't just tell you how to pray but gives you pointers on how to design a pray journal and quiet time that will work for you. If you want a prayer plan to discipline you in your prayer life pick this book up. A Great Read.
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Summary: A powerful practical treatment of prayer
Review: This is a refreshing an honest look at an important topic from a person of sound theology, personable style and some hard won experience. He does a beautiful job of painting a scriptural portrait of the heart of God and how prayer is the lifeline to experiencing his heart.He also does a nice job in exploring the necessary components for realizing the full potential of this powerful spiritual activity. In addition to this he wrestles with some of the toughest prayer challenges like: The hurt of unanswered prayer, Prayer busters and Hearing God's leading. I felt he treated these subjects relatively well considering the immense implications of each topic. The book also includes some great questions arranged by chapter, as a means to reflect upon the aspects of prayer in your life. I am finding these particularly useful in my journaling and prayer time as I work at developing this area of my walk. A very good book on prayer...I recommend it without reservation.
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Summary: Great start for those looking to understand a prayer life
Review: This is an easy to read, to the point book on cleansing yourself for intimacy with God. As a new believer, it improved my understanding on how to get comfortable in prayer and press harder into the Lord.
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Summary: Revolutionized My Prayer Life!
Review: This straightforward volume revolutionized my prayer life when I first read it ten years ago. I have read a number of Hybel's works, and I must say this one is the best yet. His points are simple yet profound as he makes his case for the necessity of a strong and systematic prayer life. This tenth anniversary edition reinforces and elaborates upon the truths Hybels illustrated previously. In the first portion of his book, Hybels focuses upon God and his willingness to answer prayer. He then moves to the role we play, describing various challenges and obstacles to effective, life-changing prayer. The best part of this work is the third portion, in which he emphasizes the importance of listening to God, responding to His leadings, and living in His presence. There are many books available on prayer, a large number of which I have read. I cannot think of one other single volume however, that describes the vital nature of prayer, and offers practical tools for prayer, than this book. Get it, read it, then see for yourself the difference God makes in your own prayer life!
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Summary: Revolutionized My Prayer Life!
Review: This straightforward volume revolutionized my prayer life when I first read it ten years ago. I have read a number of Hybel's works, and I must say this one is the best yet. His points are simple yet profound as he makes his case for the necessity of a strong and systematic prayer life. This tenth anniversary edition reinforces and elaborates upon the truths Hybels illustrated previously. In the first portion of his book, Hybels focuses upon God and his willingness to answer prayer. He then moves to the role we play, describing various challenges and obstacles to effective, life-changing prayer. The best part of this work is the third portion, in which he emphasizes the importance of listening to God, responding to His leadings, and living in His presence. There are many books available on prayer, a large number of which I have read. I cannot think of one other single volume however, that describes the vital nature of prayer, and offers practical tools for prayer, than this book. Get it, read it, then see for yourself the difference God makes in your own prayer life!
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