In this episode, Monika Kirkland answers common questions about prayer. She addresses why we need to pray, the issue of unanswered prayers, what to do when we're not hearing anything in response, how to handle seasons when God feels distant or silent, and how to teach children to pray. She also provides practical tips for making time to pray amidst a busy life. Through it all, Monika emphasizes the importance of humility, trust, and intimacy with God in our prayer lives. Takeaways

• Prayer is not just about asking God for things; it is about cultivating intimacy and relationship with Him.
• Even though God is sovereign and knows all, He invites us to pray and participate in His plans and purposes.
• Unanswered prayers can be an opportunity for growth in faith and trust, and a chance to align our will with God's.
• When God feels distant or silent, it is important to remember that He is always with us, even if we can't feel His presence.
• Teaching children to pray involves modeling a lifestyle of prayer, using prayer models or frameworks, and emphasizing the importance of conversation and intimacy with God.
• Making time to pray amidst a busy life requires humility, honesty about our need for God, and finding moments throughout the day to commune with Him.

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