Copyright Page
2016 by Susie Larson
Published by Bethany House Publishers
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Ebook edition created 2016
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Library of Congress Control Number: 2016931191
ISBN 978-1-4412-6550-0
Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, New International Version. NIV. Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide. www.zondervan.com
Scripture quotations labeled AMP are from the Amplified Bible, copyright 2015 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. (www.Lockman.org)
Scripture quotations labeled ESV are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV), copyright 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. ESV Text Edition: 2011
Scripture quotations labeled The Message are from THE MESSAGE. Copyright by Eugene H. Peterson 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress. All rights reserved. Represented by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Scripture quotations labeled NKJV are from the New King James Version. Copyright 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations labeled NLT are from the Holy Bible , New Living Translation, copyright 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations labeled TLB are from The Living Bible, copyright 1971. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations labeled The Voice are from The Voice. Copyright 2008 by Ecclesia Bible Society. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Cover design by Faceout Studio, Emily Weigel
Interior artwork by Andy McGuire
Author is represented by The Steve Laube Agency
Endorsements
Before Susie Larson writes anointed, life-changing, Scripture-soaked words like the ones youll read in this book, she lives and breathes them onto the pages of her life and into the hearts of those around her. I have been one of the blessed recipients of her words, wisdom, and brazen faith, and my life will never be the same because of Susies prayers over me. And now, neither will yours! Drawing from the riches of Gods Word and the power of His Spirit, Susie will empower and equip you to rise up and boldly claim what is yours in Christ through powerful prayers that move the heart of God!
Renee Swope, Word-Lover, Grace-Needer, and Bestselling Author of A Confident Heart
If you long for a more intimate relationship with God, this book will be a gift to your soul. If you have ever wondered if your life matters to God, Susie answers with a resounding yes!
Sheila Walsh, Bestselling Author and Bible Teacher
To be sure, Satan does not want the lost saved. Even more than that, he trembles in fear that the saved will discover who they are in Christ. I suspect the enemy of our souls will do all he can to keep believers away from this excellent book. Susie Larson has a word for youa wonderful word of strength, hope, and an empowered prayer life.
Dr. Mark Rutland, New York Times Bestselling Author
Your Powerful Prayers truly is powerful! Susie Larson does more than simply talk about prayer. She teaches us how to pray and reveals the miraculous ways God answers our prayers. Deep biblical truths and meaningful stories are woven throughout this life-changing resource. Youll write Yes! across every page. I did!
Liz Curtis Higgs, Bestselling Author of Bad Girls of the Bible
If you read only one book this year, make it this one! Susie Larson has poured her passion, her strong commitment to Gods truth, and her unquenchable belief in the strength of prayer into this remarkable resource. Apply the principles in this book and youll discover how to listen to Gods voice through Scripture and how to pray Gods Word. I highly recommend it for personal and for small group study. Your Powerful Prayers will transform the way you talk to God.
Carol Kent, Speaker and Author of When I Lay My Isaac Down
I read this book early in the morning when the clutter of distraction was yet to invade my head and heart. Each page reinforced something Ive known about the author. Susie is a good friendapproachable and authentic, encouraging and empathetic, faithful and fun. But most of all, she is the kind of friend who doesnt disguise her friendship with Jesus. This book lacks camouflage and costumes, makeup and masks. Its clear and concise, and I found myself thinking about it the rest of the day.
Jon Weece, Author and Lead Follower at Southland Christian Church, Kentucky
Dedication
To my youngest son, Jordan
I watched you walk through the valley of the shadow with honor, humility, and conviction. Youre an amazing young man. Dad and I are so blessed to call you our son.
To the Nazarene
You became sin, though You never once sinned,
that we might become the righteousness of God.
Jesus, I ask You to pour out Your spirit on the precious souls who pick up this book.
May You do a wonder-working miracle in their lives.
Empower their prayers. Ignite their faith.
And change the world through them.
In Jesus name, I pray, Amen.
Contents
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Endorsements
Dedication
Foreword by John Eldredge
Introduction
SECTION ONE: God, Your Fortress
1. Dare to Pray Like Youre Loved: Youre Secure in Jesus
2. Dare to Pray for Perspective: Youre Part of a Bigger Story
3. Dare to Pray With Endurance: When Your Heart Breaks
4. Dare to Pray and Say Whats True: When You Forget Who You Are
SECTION TWO: God, Your Father
5. Dare to Pray Like an Heir: Youre Royalty
6. Dare to Pray Without Condemnation: Youre Forgiven
8. Dare to Pray From Victory: Youre a Warrior
SECTION THREE: Jesus, Your King
9. Dare to Ask: With Humility
10. Dare to Seek: With Passion
11. Dare to Knock: With Confidence
12. Dare to Dream: Expect to Persevere
Sample Prayers
Acknowledgments
Notes
About the Author
Books by Susie Larson
Back Ads
Back Cover
Foreword
The Spirit of God is moving.
Last year I, too, wrote a book on prayer. As did several other Christian authors. Susie then told me she also was finishing a book on prayer. At first I thought I had made a mistake; apparently I had jumped on some bandwagon I wasnt even aware of. But then I saw the signs for what they really wereproof that the Spirit of God is moving. God is raising up His people to pray. I think He knows we are facing hard times, and like a good Father He wants to equip us.
But as I began talking about prayer on radio shows and blogs, I discovered that Gods dear people had some real misunderstandings about prayer, and a good deal of disappointment. Mostly disappointment. Many had, in fact, given up on prayer altogether, which is like a soldier laying down his weapons in the midst of a firefight. Giving up on prayer at this moment is not a wise thing to do!