In Luke 11, Jesus tells the parable of the persistent friend and He relates that persistence to our life of prayer. Jesus calls it shameless audacity and it is a quality that He celebrates in us. If you are holding onto a promise or a word from God, do not get discouraged or distracted. Keep asking, seeking and knocking. Jesus tells us "for everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened". Jesus is a truth-teller, so do not give up. Andrew Murray says, "When you get a promise from God it is worth just as much as its fulfillment. A promise brings you into direct contact with God. Honor Him by trusting the promise and obeying Him and if there is any preparation that you still need, God knows about it and if there is anything that is to be opened up to you He will do it, if you count on Him to do it."

On this episode, Kristen shares a "tool" to use in the secret place.The 30 minutes is divided into 6, 5 minute portions. This is a great way to introduce little children to a quiet time with Jesus (making the portions into smaller 1 or 2 minutes segments).

Have you ever asked yourself the question, "Why does an all-powerful God need me to pray to get things done?" God doesn't need us but He wants us to be part of the great adventure of building His Kingdom on the earth. Prayer is one of God's chosen ways to bring heaven to earth. This podcast is a teaching Kristen shared at the Omaha, NE House of Prayer internship. Kristen shares 6 foundations of effective intercession.

The true purpose of the Word is to cause our hearts to burn with love and tenderness toward God. "Did not our hearts burn within us...while He opened the Scriptures to us?" Luke 24:32. God writes His Word on our hearts as we think it, speak it, pray it, live it. The Word of God gives us conversational language for our prayer life. On this episode, Kristen shares how to pray the Word from creative meditation.

On this episode, Kristen talks about keeping a prayer journal. Having a list keeps you focused during your prayer time. A list is a guide to use when you need it. A prayer journal helps you record your history with God;to see His goodness, kindness and faithfulness as you bring before Him your requests. Asking is a foundational principle of the Kingdom. "Do not be anxious about anything but in every situation by prayer & petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God," Phil.4:6.

There are many benefits to journaling. On today's podcast I share 9 of them. And I share my journaling acronym G.R.O.W.T.H. If journaling is a new idea to you or if you are an avid journaler, this podcast will encourage you.

In John 1, Jesus shows us his discipleship technique and it is all about relationship. As we transition into the fall season, my encouragement to you is to invite a few people to come and see who Jesus is by inviting them into your lives. Discipleship doesn't happen in a classroom, it happens in real life, walking out the process of discovering & growing our life in God.

Prayer is the most powerful "tool" we have to connect with the Father. Prayer is relational interaction with Him. It is amazing to think that we have access to God, to His Presence and His resources and that we move His heart when we talk with Him.

Once you have found your people, how do you keep connection? On this podcast Kristen shares 10 ways to invest in your community or tribe. "The need for connection and community is primal, as fundamental as the need for air, water and food," Dean Omish.

We are not intended to make the journey through life alone. We were made for community. But how do we find our people? On this podcast, Kristen shares some Kingdom values that may help you find your tribe.