Just why is it so hard to pray? You may be surprised at some of the hidden reasons. This, sometimes humorous, look at how to defeat intimidation, shame and fear of failure will give you a new freedom for your prayer life. Explore your prayer temperament and learn how to pray in a manner that is effective and personally satisfying. No matter where you are in your faith walk How to Pray After You’ve Kicked the Dog will encourage you.
Table of Contents:
Prologue
Introduction: Things are Not Always as They Seem
Part 1: Overcoming the Fear of Rejection
Chapter 1: Shame on You!
Chapter 2: Righteousness on You!
Chapter 3: God Wears a white Hat
Chapter 4: Learning to Be Co-Dependent
Chapter 5: Get Real
Part 2: Overcoming the Fear of Failure
Chapter 6: The Time Bind
Chapter 7: Brake 1: Be Still
Chapter 8: Brake 2: Rest
Chapter 9: Brake 3: Wait
Chapter 10: Brake 4: Sit
Chapter 11: Brake 5: Watch
Chapter 12: Brake 6: Stand
Chapter 13: WWJB?
Part 3: Overcoming the Fear of Embarrassment
Chapter 14: Intimidation and the Fear of Embarrassment
Chapter 15: The Temperament of Tradition
Chapter 16: The Temperament of Immediacy
Chapter 17: The Temperament of Love
Chapter 18: The Temperament of Mystery
Chapter 19: The Temperament of Confrontation
Chapter 20: The Temperament of Perception
Chapter 21: The Temperament of Order
Chapter 22: The Prismatic Movement
Epilogue: Just Like Noah
About the Author:
Terry Teykl’s warm humorous style makes him one of the most sought-after speakers and seminar leaders in the country. Terry pastored local churches for 28 years. In 1987, God spoke to Terry and told him to “guild the church in prayer.” Since that time, he has been teaching churches across the country how to pray and invite the Holy Spirit. Terry and his wife, Kay, reside in Houston, Texas.
