A decent proposal
As I’ve written before, I love books. I love good books. I love good books that make me think, and especially those that help me grow in my walk with God.
So, I have a decent proposal for my fellow bloggers. I read not too long ago that Philip Yancey has come out with a book on prayer, entitled “Prayer. Does it make any difference?” (Christianbook.com sells the hardback for $12.99.) I have not read this book, but other books by the same author have been edifying.
What I suggest is that each of us get a copy, then in the coming weeks (months) we read it “together”. On any given Saturday, one of us can host a comment section on their blog so that we can share what we’ve learned, what has challenged us and what has encouraged us to pray better. We can rotate hosts for different chapters and just “meet” up for comments, questions, etc., all within a few days of the given Saturday.
I think it would help us develop a stronger communion with God and with each other. As a crummy prayer, I know it would encourage me to move forward in this spiritual discipline.
If you want to participate, let me know. (If it’s not a good idea, well, let me know too.) Then get the book, and find a Saturday when you’d like to “host” the discussion.
So, I have a decent proposal for my fellow bloggers. I read not too long ago that Philip Yancey has come out with a book on prayer, entitled “Prayer. Does it make any difference?” (Christianbook.com sells the hardback for $12.99.) I have not read this book, but other books by the same author have been edifying.
What I suggest is that each of us get a copy, then in the coming weeks (months) we read it “together”. On any given Saturday, one of us can host a comment section on their blog so that we can share what we’ve learned, what has challenged us and what has encouraged us to pray better. We can rotate hosts for different chapters and just “meet” up for comments, questions, etc., all within a few days of the given Saturday.
I think it would help us develop a stronger communion with God and with each other. As a crummy prayer, I know it would encourage me to move forward in this spiritual discipline.
If you want to participate, let me know. (If it’s not a good idea, well, let me know too.) Then get the book, and find a Saturday when you’d like to “host” the discussion.
September 25th, 2006 at 1:37 am
I’m in. I ordered the book last week and it should be delivered some time this week. Yancey is one of my favorite authors.
September 25th, 2006 at 12:07 pm
Ok, ok you talked me into it. I like Yancey too (Rumors of Another World is my favorite thus far). Like Yancey, I’m often a “reluctant Christian” who could certainly stand to learn a thing or two about prayer.
September 25th, 2006 at 3:13 pm
Count me in.
September 25th, 2006 at 4:39 pm
Question: Do we actually have to pray a lot or just read the book???
September 25th, 2006 at 6:26 pm
Anybody who writes about the “mathematics of grace” has my attention. As they used to say when we were choosing up sides for a basketball game, “I’ll run with you.”
September 25th, 2006 at 7:37 pm
I’m in. I’ll order it tonight. And I’m happy to host a Saturday.
September 25th, 2006 at 11:14 pm
I’m there…I’ll order the book right now. Great idea!