This issue is devoted to the power of blessing prayer, which typically includes asking God for favor, peace, and increase. Its articles explore the meaning of blessing prayer, including blessing the Lord and each other. Also the idea of blessing our enemies and how uses that obedience to bring healing in relationships. Finally “Prayers of Blessing” also includes helpful Scripture-blessings you can pray for others.

Here are the articles in the issue:

Theme Articles:

Bless the Lord–and Each Other by Alvin VanderGriend
Lord, Bless My Enemies by Niko Peele
Plus — Why Bless Israel? by Dave Butts
A Blessing for All by Kim Butts

Non-Theme:

The Kiss: Coming Back to the Heart of Worship by Hal Sacks

Departments:

Publisher’s Note: Effective Prayer Starts with Repentance by Jon Graf

Tips & Tools:
Give God Time
The Red Plate Tradition
Get in the Prayer Zone

Pray Beyond: Praying for Unbelievers out of Genesis 1

Prayer Leader: Persuading Cold People to Pray

News:
National Day of Prayer Observances on May 6
America’s National Prayer Committee Reflects
Global Family Launches Continuous Prayer Room
Australia Prays for America
Prayer Calendar

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