Christians often say, "In Jesus' name" to close their prayers. But is this truly a desire of the heart or a perfunctory "Yours Truly" to God? Bryan Chapell says we should begin our prayers in Jesus' name-we should be Praying Backwards. In this practical and inspiring book, he shows readers that to truly pray in Jesus' name is to reorder one's priorities in prayer-and in life-away from oneself and towards Jesus and his kingdom. It is to pray believing in the power and the goodness of the One who hears, and thus to pray boldly, expectantly, and persistently.
Readers seeking to transform their prayer lives will find wonderful direction in Praying Backwards.

- 208 pages
- English
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Theology & ReligionTable of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Endorsements
- Dedication
- Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction: Praying for Change
- 1. Praying in Jesus’ Name: In Jesus’ Name, Amen Begin
- 2. Praying in Jesus’ Way: Not My Will but Yours
- 3. Praying without Doubting: Trusting Our Father, the King
- 4. Praying in the Spirit: Power beyond Our Power
- 5. Praying Boldly: As a Child of God
- 6. Praying Expectantly: For All Things Always
- 7. Praying Persistently: Never, Never Give Up
- 8. Praying in God’s Will: Within the Fence of Righteousness
- 9. Praying in God’s Wisdom: Within the Fence of Prudence
- 10. Praying Forward: Paddle and Pray
- Conclusion: In Jesus’ Name, Amen
- Discussion Questions
- Notes
- About the Author
- Other Books by Author
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