In this episode of the P3 Hub Podcast, host Lance Peppler sits down with Amy Boucher Pye - a London-based author, speaker, and spiritual director who has spent her career helping people find the sacred in the ordinary. Amy shares the inspiration behind her book, 7 Ways to Pray, and unpacks how we can make ancient Christian prayer practices accessible in our modern, fast-paced world. From dealing with the fear of "getting God's voice wrong" to the critical importance of slowing down, Amy offers profound, grace-filled wisdom for anyone looking to deepen their conversational relationship with the Creator.

Key Takeaways & Highlights:

• Meet Amy (01:38): Amy shares her faith journey, from growing up in Minnesota to cementing her faith in her 20s and moving to the UK, discovering God as her maker, creator, and companion.

• 7 Ways to Pray (03:54): Amy discusses her book, which distills the wisdom of early church mothers and fathers. She explains how practices like Lectio Divina, the prayer of lament, and imaginative prayer are actually invitations to let God run toward us.

• What is Prayer? (07:23): Stripping away the complicated theology, Amy defines prayer simply as "speaking to God and waiting to hear God respond" - a continuous, loving conversation with our Creator.

• Hearing the Holy Spirit (09:35): Amy shares her personal method of praying through scripture by writing "prose poems" and making space to actively listen to what the Holy Spirit is highlighting.

• The Fear of Getting it "Wrong" (10:51): Amy shares a relatable story about mishearing God and why making mistakes in hearing the Holy Spirit is actually a vital part of our spiritual education. As one Christian leader beautifully put it: "It’s better to preside over a kindergarten than a graveyard."

• The Power of Slowing Down (16:03): In an age driven by AI and constant speed, Amy and Lance discuss why the Church must be a place to slow down, and how attending prayer retreats can help us detox from the rush and tune into God.

• Stories of Answered Prayer (17:08): Amy shares two powerful stories of God moving: her brother's journey with severe health issues and finding a job, and the inspiring way Bishop Andrew Watson (Bishop of Guildford) embraced a terminal cancer diagnosis with grace and an open heart to Jesus.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Amy’s Books: 7 Ways to Pray, Transforming Love, and Finding Myself in Britain

• Devotionals: Amy is a regular contributor to Our Daily Bread

• Connect with Amy: Search for Amy Boucher Pye online at www.amyboucherpye.com to find her books, speaking schedule, and upcoming prayer retreats (including online retreats via Coracle).

About the P3 Hub Podcast:
P3 is for Christians who know there is more to Christian living than just going to church and trying to be good. You were made for a supernatural, Spirit-powered reality.

• Prayer: Build a direct, two-way communication line to heaven.

• Power: Unleash God’s power through the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

• Proclamation: Partner with the Holy Spirit to bring the Kingdom into reality through your words and actions.

Connect with the P3 Community:

• Get the Book: P3: Prayer, Power, and Proclamation by Dr. Christopher Peppler and Lance Peppler is available wherever you buy books.

• Website: Visit P3hub.org

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• Contact Lance: Have a story to share or a question? Email Lance at [email protected].

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