Prayers of REST

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5.13 BONUS | An Interview with Ruth Chou Simons on Feeling Offended Nov 25, 2021

Show notes

Have you ever been confronted by a friend and had feelings of offense well up inside you?

Then listen to my conversation with Ruth Chou Simons, as we talk through a situation in which she confronted me for a way I'd wronged her, and how God took what could have been a terrible situation, and made it into something life-giving and beautiful.

Ruth is the founder of gracelaced.com and a best-selling, award-winning author of multiple books, including her newest book and Bible study When Strivings Cease. You can find her on instagram at @ruthchousimons.
Want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even if you don't have your earbuds on hand? Then get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

I hope these cards remind you to turn your face toward Jesus no matter what hard emotion you’re facing each day. Print them out, cut them apart, and post them above your kitchen sink, next to the washing machine, or on the front of your fridge. Click here to download yours today.

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.12 Offended Nov 22, 2021

Show notes

Have you ever been confronted by someone and immediately felt offended?

Friend, can I encourage you? Before you type out your thoughts in a comment section, before you open your mouth in response, pray.

Join me this week as we bring our offense to God, and invite Him to do His perfect work in our hearts.

I promise you that when you place your emotions in God’s hands, He will take what is hard and turn it into something good. Because that’s the way of our Good Father.

And if you haven’t yet downloaded this season’s prayer transcripts, make sure you go to prayersofrest.com/hard to download your free PDF.
Want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even if you don't have your earbuds on hand? Then get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.11 BONUS | An Interview with Phylicia Masonheimer on Judgment Nov 18, 2021

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Do you ever feel...judgy?

Then listen as Phylicia Masonheimer shares how she invites God to help her navigate feelings of judgement, and how she’s grown closer to Him and others through the process.

Phylicia is a bestselling author, speaker, and public theologian. She's also the host of the Verity podcast and a mom. You can find her on instagram at @phyliciamasonheimer.
Want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even if you don't have your earbuds on hand? Then get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.10 Judgmental Nov 15, 2021

Show notes

Are you tempted to judge too quickly or look down on those who make different choices than you?

Let’s bring these feelings of judgement to God and ask Him give us His perspective as we interact with people around us.

Even if you aren't struggling with judgment right now, take some time to pray along with us so that when you are tempted to be judgmental towards others, you'll know how to pray your way through it.

I promise you that when you place your emotions in God’s hands, He will take what is hard and turn it into something good. Because that’s the way of our Good Father.
Want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even if you don't have your earbuds on hand? Then get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.9 BONUS | An Interview with Shannon Popkin on Envy Nov 11, 2021

Show notes

Do you have a bad case of comparison syndrome? Are you always wishing you could live someone else's "perfect" life?

Then listen as Shannon Popkin shares about her struggle with comparison and reflects on her first memory of feeling envious.

Shannon is author of the book Comparison Girl, as well as the host of a brand new podcast called Live Like It's True. She’s also a wife, a mom, and SUPER TRANSPARENT about the battle against envy and comparison. You can find her on instagram at @shannonpopkin.
Want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even if you don't have your earbuds on hand? Then get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.8 Envious Nov 08, 2021

Show notes

Do you ever look at someone and think "I wish I had her ___?" Maybe its her job, house, husband, appearance, or even her faith...

We may not admit it at first, but most of us have battled envy at some point in our lives. And for some of us, feeling envious due to our constant need to compare ourselves with others is a constant struggle. If you can relate, then today's episode is for you! Listen as we pray through envy together.

Even if you aren't struggling with envy or comparison right now, take some time to pray along with us so that when you do face seasons of failure or unmet expectations, you'll know how to pray your way through them.

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.7 BONUS | An Interview with Amber Lia on Anger Nov 04, 2021

Show notes

Do you often feel angry and aren't sure what to do about it?

Then listen as Amber Lia shares how God awakened her to her struggle with anger and how He has been faithfully walking with her as she learns how to process this hard emotion.

Amber is a bestselling author, a speaker, wife to her husband Guy and mom to four sons. Her newest book that is coming out is called Food Triggers, but she has a whole series on triggers dealing with a variety of subjects from food to marriage. You can find her on instagram at @therealamberlia.
Want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even if you don't have your earbuds on hand? Then get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.6 Angry Nov 01, 2021

Show notes

Do you often feel angry with God, other people, or the injustice in the world? Then friend, it's time to get honest with God about your anger. Bring your frustration to Him in prayer and process this hard emotion with Him.

And even if you aren't struggling with anger right now, take some time to pray along with us today so that when you do face overwhelming anger, you'll know how to pray through it.

And if you want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even when you don't have your earbuds on hand, you'll want to download the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards.
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.5 BONUS | An Interview with Stacey Thacker on Disappointment Oct 29, 2021

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Have you ever felt disappointed when your life didn't turn out the way you thought it would and wondered what God might be doing?

Listen as Stacey Thacker shares about her experience with disappointment and how God has led her though those hard times.

Stacey is an author, speaker, wife to her husband of 27 years, and mom to four daughters. Her most recent book is called Threadbare Prayer: Prayers for Hearts that Feel Hidden, Hurt, or Hopeless, so you can see why she’s the perfect guest to have on during this season of Praying through Hard Emotions.
Want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even if you don't have your earbuds on hand? Then get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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5.4 Disappointed Oct 25, 2021

Show notes

What do you do when life doesn't turn out the way you had planned? Do you struggle to reorient your perspective in times of disappointment?

Then friend, take a few minutes today and cry out to God in the midst of your disappointment. Bring it Him in prayer and fix your eyes Jesus because he is the only one who will never disappoint us.

Even if you aren't struggling with disappointment right now, take some time to pray along with us so that when you do face seasons of failure or unmet expectations, you'll know how to pray your way through them.

I promise you that when you place your emotions in God’s hands, He will take what is hard and turn it into something good. Because that’s the way of our Good Father.

Are you excited about this new season? Then text a few friends and start a Prayers of REST prayer group! It’s simple: just invite a few friends, commit to listening to the prayer episode each week, and then share with each other what God is revealing to you in prayer. Pray for each other, encourage each other, and maybe once a month try to meet together for a time of live prayer together. Because we learn how to pray not by reading a book about prayer or listening to a sermon about prayer, but by actually praying together.
Want to continue praying through hard emotions throughout the week even if you don't have your earbuds on hand? Then get the Handling Hard Emotions Scripture Cards!
Each of these beautiful cards features a Scripture verse and a prayer that you can memorize, meditate on, and pray through. Included with this card set, you’ll get:

A curated collection of 20 powerful Bible verses that address our most common hard emotions
Instant access to 20 Scriptural prayer-starters to help you springboard your own prayers and stay focused while you pray
A 5-Day devotional that guides you deeper into God’s way of handling hard emotions in our daily life
Convenient-sized cards that are easy to carry around and post around your house so you’re always prepared to pray
A versatile digital copy that can be printed multiple times for personal use, in a printer-friendly format that minimizes ink use

Fill your mind with God’s Word, and you will grow to become aware of His loving presence with you, surrounding you, and filling you with His own Spirit. Even on the hard days.

Until we meet again, may you find rest in God’s loving presence.

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