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What to do when God answers prayer

In the final episode of this seven-part series on How to Strengthen Your Prayer Life, Ken Robinson explores a crucial but often overlooked truth: Answered prayer isn’t the end—it’s the beginning. Too often, we celebrate a breakthrough and quickly move on, forgetting that God answers prayer not just to bless us—but to grow us.

In this episode, Ken opens Scripture to show how the people of God responded after receiving what they prayed for. Whether it was Hannah dedicating her son or the one leper who returned to give thanks, we learn that gratitude, obedience, and stewardship are essential responses to answered prayer.

You’ll discover three key actions to take when God says “yes”—including how to turn your answered prayer into a testimony that helps others find hope and faith. You’ll also learn how to avoid the spiritual complacency that sometimes follows blessing.

If you’ve recently experienced a breakthrough, provision, healing, or peace, this episode will help you understand what God might be asking you to do next. Because every answered prayer comes with purpose.

Listen now—and let answered prayer become the foundation for your next step of faith.

For more episodes and resources, visit KenRobinson.com.

In the final episode of this seven-part series on How to Strengthen Your Prayer Life, Ken Robinson explores a crucial but often overlooked truth: Answered prayer isn’t the end—it’s the beginning. Too often, we celebrate a breakthrough and quickly move on, forgetting that God answers prayer not just to bless us—but to grow us.

In this episode, Ken opens Scripture to show how the people of God responded after receiving what they prayed for. Whether it was Hannah dedicating her son or the one leper who returned to give thanks, we learn that gratitude, obedience, and stewardship are essential responses to answered prayer.

You’ll discover three key actions to take when God says “yes”—including how to turn your answered prayer into a testimony that helps others find hope and faith. You’ll also learn how to avoid the spiritual complacency that sometimes follows blessing.

If you’ve recently experienced a breakthrough, provision, healing, or peace, this episode will help you understand what God might be asking you to do next. Because every answered prayer comes with purpose.

Listen now—and let answered prayer become the foundation for your next step of faith.

For more episodes and resources, visit KenRobinson.com.

Ever felt like you’re not good enough to pray? Or maybe you’ve worried about saying the wrong thing? In this episode of The Week Ahead Podcast, Ken Robinson shares why prayer isn’t about polished words or getting everything right. God simply wants you to come boldly and honestly.

The Bible says in Hebrews 4:16 that we can “approach God’s throne of grace with confidence.” That means you don’t have to creep in hoping not to be noticed. You can walk right up to God knowing He welcomes you with open arms.

And in Psalm 62:8, we’re told to “pour out your hearts to Him.” Prayer isn’t about hiding your struggles or pretending you’ve got it all together. It’s about being real. Telling God exactly what’s going on in your heart — your fears, your frustrations, your tears — and trusting that He listens.

In this practical and encouraging episode, Ken explains how to:

• Pray with confidence, not fear.
• Be honest with God, rather than pretending.
• Experience the peace and strength that come when you bring everything to Him.

If you’ve ever wondered how to pray when you don’t feel worthy, or when words don’t come easily, this episode will remind you that God hears your heart and invites you to come close.

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When you’re overwhelmed and don’t know where to turn, how do you pray?

In this episode of "How to Pray When You Need Help," - The Week Ahead podcast host Ken Robinson shares practical wisdom and real-life stories about making prayer your first response in times of trouble. Ken opens up about a personal financial crisis and the anxiety that followed, revealing how a simple, honest prayer led to unexpected solutions and a sense of peace.

Discover why prayer isn’t just for emergencies, but for every challenge—big or small. Ken’s journey, along with the inspiring testimony of Gary, who found faith in a prison cell, demonstrates that God meets us wherever we are, regardless of the circumstances. Drawing on biblical insights from Philippians 4:6 and Psalm 34:17, this episode offers encouragement for anyone facing stress, uncertainty, or fear.

You’ll learn practical steps for honest, effective prayer and be reminded that you’re never alone in your struggles. Whether you’re dealing with financial worries, health concerns, or everyday frustrations, "How to Pray When You Need Help" will inspire you to reach out to God first and trust in His faithfulness.

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What should we do after God answers our prayers?

In the final episode of this seven-part series on How to Strengthen Your Prayer Life, Ken Robinson explores a crucial but often overlooked truth: Answered prayer isn’t the end—it’s the beginning. Too often, we celebrate a breakthrough and quickly move on, forgetting that God answers prayer not just to bless us—but to grow us.

In this episode, Ken opens Scripture to show how the people of God responded after receiving what they prayed for. Whether it was Hannah dedicating her son or the one leper who returned to give thanks, we learn that gratitude, obedience, and stewardship are essential responses to answered prayer.

You’ll discover three key actions to take when God says “yes”—including how to turn your answered prayer into a testimony that helps others find hope and faith. You’ll also learn how to avoid the spiritual complacency that sometimes follows blessing.

If you’ve recently experienced a breakthrough, provision, healing, or peace, this episode will help you understand what God might be asking you to do next. Because every answered prayer comes with purpose.

Listen now—and let answered prayer become the foundation for your next step of faith.

For more episodes and resources, visit KenRobinson.com.

Don’t Give Up on Prayer — Persevere with Faith and Hope

In Episode 13 of The Week Ahead with God Podcast, Ken Robinson explores one of the most vital yet often neglected principles of powerful prayer: persistence. Many of us pray for something once or twice and then give up when we don’t see the results. But Jesus taught us the exact opposite: to keep asking, keep seeking, and keep knocking.

Through the parable of the persistent widow in Luke 18, we see a picture of faith that refuses to quit. It’s not about pestering God—it’s about showing Him we trust His timing and we’re serious about His promises. God isn’t annoyed by your repeated prayers; He’s honoured by them.

In this episode, Ken encourages you not to let discouragement or delay rob you of your faith. You’ll discover why persistence is not a sign of weak faith—but of bold, unwavering confidence in who God is.

If you’ve been tempted to give up on a prayer request, this episode will reignite your hope and remind you that God works in the waiting.

Listen now and discover how persistent prayer cultivates spiritual endurance, deepens your trust, and paves the way for God’s perfect timing.

For more episodes and faith resources, visit KenRobinson.com.

Can the way you live impact the way God responds to your prayers?

In this eye-opening episode of The Week Ahead with God Podcast, Ken Robinson explores a powerful truth that many believers often overlook: your actions, attitude, and treatment of others can have a direct impact on your prayer life. This isn’t about legalism or trying to earn God’s love—it’s about understanding that prayer is a relational exchange, not a religious transaction.

Ken unpacks Scriptures like 1 Peter 3:7 and Isaiah 59:2, illustrating how issues such as unrepentant sin, unresolved conflict, and relational neglect can hinder our connection with God. But the good news? The moment we return to Him in humility, the line is open again. He listens. He responds. He restores.

You’ll walk away from this episode with three practical steps to keep your heart clear, your relationships healthy, and your prayer life unhindered.

If you’ve ever felt like your prayers are hitting a wall—or if you’re seeking a deeper connection with God—this episode will give you clarity, conviction, and encouragement.

Listen now to discover how a clean heart and humble spirit can unlock powerful prayer.

For more episodes and faith-building resources, visit KenRobinson.com.

Have you ever prayed with all your heart, only to be met with silence?

In this powerful episode of The Week Ahead with God, Ken Robinson speaks directly to those in a season of waiting and wondering. What do you do when God doesn’t seem to answer? Is silence a sign that something’s wrong—or could it be that God is doing more than you can see?

Drawing on biblical examples like Joseph, David, and Job—as well as personal experience—Ken explores the truth that God’s silence is not the same as His absence. Sometimes, the waiting is where our faith grows deepest. Sometimes, the quiet seasons are when God is preparing us for what’s next.

You’ll discover how to hold on to hope when heaven feels quiet, and practical ways to stay connected to God even when you feel discouraged. If you've been wrestling with unanswered prayer, this message will remind you that God is still listening, still working, and still deeply committed to your story.

Don’t give up. The silence won’t last forever.

Listen now and be encouraged to keep trusting—even when the answer doesn’t come.

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Waiting on God can be one of the hardest parts of prayer. We want answers quickly, but often His timing looks very different to ours. So how do we keep praying when nothing seems to be changing? And how do we make sure our prayers are filled with faith, not fear?

In Episode 17 of The Week Ahead with God Podcast, Ken Robinson unpacks two key Scriptures that give us fresh perspective on prayer: “He has made everything beautiful in its time” (Ecclesiastes 3:11) and “Whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours” (Mark 11:24).

Through honest, everyday reflections, Ken reminds us that delays don’t mean God has forgotten. His timing is always perfect, even when we can’t see it. And faith means praying with confidence — not in ourselves, but in the God who hears and answers.

This episode will encourage you to stop panicking, to start trusting, and to pray as if God is already at work. Whether you’ve been waiting for weeks, months, or even years, you’ll be reminded that God’s “not yet” is never a “no without purpose.”

Listen in and be strengthened to trust His timing and keep asking in faith.

As we wrap up this week’s series on Starting Fresh with God, today’s episode focuses on one of the most powerful gifts God gives us: hope.

Without hope, life can feel heavy and uncertain. But with hope, we can face each day with courage, knowing God’s promises never fail. In today’s episode, Ken Robinson shares how to cultivate daily hope, not just during life's significant challenges, but also in the ordinary moments that make up our everyday routines.

Drawing from Lamentations 3:21–23 and Hebrews 6:19, Ken reminds us that biblical hope is not wishful thinking — it’s a firm confidence in God’s faithfulness. Hope becomes an anchor for our souls, steadying us when life's storms arise.

You’ll hear three practical ways to live with hope each day:

• Remember God’s promises in Scripture.
• Reflect on His past faithfulness in your life.
• Keep your eyes fixed on eternity.

When we see life through the lens of hope, even ordinary days take on new meaning. Instead of fear, we find faith. Instead of despair, we discover peace. Instead of giving up, we press on with confidence that God is at work.

If you’ve been feeling weighed down or discouraged, this episode will lift your perspective and fill you with the assurance that each new day is not just another 24 hours — it’s a fresh opportunity to walk with God in hope.

Why does God answer some prayers while others seem to go unnoticed?

In this deeply personal episode of The Week Ahead Podcast with Ken Robinson opens up about a moment when everything seemed to go wrong—and how one scripture changed everything.

Drawing from Philippians 4:6-9, Ken shares how learning to pray with peace and surrender brought not just an answered prayer, but a transformation of perspective. When faced with a $5,000 car repair bill and no idea how the money would come, Ken and his wife Wendy turned to the only place they could—God. What happened next wasn’t just surprising; it was supernatural.

In this episode, you’ll learn what it really means to present your requests to God “with thanksgiving” and how peace can arrive before the provision. This isn’t just about a miracle story—it’s about learning how to pray from a place of trust, not panic.

If you’ve ever wrestled with anxiety, unanswered prayers, or wondering if God is really listening, this episode will encourage you to keep going. Ken’s story and this passage from Philippians are a powerful reminder that God hears, God responds, and God’s peace is available—even before the answer comes.

Listen now and discover how to make peace, not panic, your starting point in prayer. For more resources and to subscribe, visit KenRobinson.com.