Listen "How to Be Disciplined in Prayer | Pastor Michael Otazu"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Pastor Michael Otazu unpacks what it means to be disciplined in prayer and why it’s essential for a believer’s spiritual growth.
He addresses common misconceptions that hinder a consistent prayer life and provides practical strategies to overcome distractions, busyness, and lack of motivation. Through biblical examples and real-life application, this conversation explores how to develop a balanced, fruitful prayer habit—whether structured or Spirit-led.
If you’ve ever felt discouraged in your prayer life, this episode offers wisdom and encouragement to help you grow in this vital discipline.
00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast01:00 Why Christians Should Pray07:36 Praying Knowing God Doesn't Change11:25 Historical Examples of Prayer12:30 Maintaining a Disciplined Prayer Life19:06 Tools for Prayer21:39 The Battle to Pray24:00 Encouragement in the Struggle to Pray
Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE.
Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org.
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He addresses common misconceptions that hinder a consistent prayer life and provides practical strategies to overcome distractions, busyness, and lack of motivation. Through biblical examples and real-life application, this conversation explores how to develop a balanced, fruitful prayer habit—whether structured or Spirit-led.
If you’ve ever felt discouraged in your prayer life, this episode offers wisdom and encouragement to help you grow in this vital discipline.
00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast01:00 Why Christians Should Pray07:36 Praying Knowing God Doesn't Change11:25 Historical Examples of Prayer12:30 Maintaining a Disciplined Prayer Life19:06 Tools for Prayer21:39 The Battle to Pray24:00 Encouragement in the Struggle to Pray
Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE.
Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org.
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Follow on YouTube
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Visit https://ihcc.org
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