In this episode of Untangling Prayer, Rachel dives into the struggles of staying focused in prayer and trusting God when we need fresh guidance.

Rachel explores what it means to keep bringing our distractions to God, even when our minds wander, and how to lean on Him for clarity when the path ahead feels uncertain. Through the story of Eliezer, Abraham’s servant, Rachel highlights the power of prayer in finding direction and trusting God’s timing. 

• Get practical tips on how to stay focused in prayer and gently bring your attention back to God.
• Understand how to trust God’s guidance when you’re unsure of the next steps, inspired by the story of Eliezer.
• Learn to lean on God in times of uncertainty, knowing He meets us in our distractions and faithfully directs our path forward.

RESOURCES

BIG NEWS: Desperate Prayers Audiobook has been released! You'll find it wherever you buy books.

Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments

 

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In today’s episode of the Untangling Prayer podcast, we explore a powerful moment in Elijah's life. On the mountain, he encountered God incredibly.

• Discover how God wasn’t in the chaos of wind, earthquake, or fire—but in a gentle whisper.
• Explore what it means to find God’s presence in stillness, especially during overwhelming times.
• Gain insights on tuning into God’s quiet voice amid life’s noise.
• Receive encouragement to find peace, assurance, and the comfort of God’s constant presence.

BIG NEWS: The audiobook version of Rachel's new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments, is AVAILABLE for preorder NOW. Get your copy HERE.

 

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Why doesn't anxiety stop right away when I pray? Would someone sign me up for the fast track to healing? If you've pondered these questions, then don't miss this week's episode!

• Gain reassurance that lingering anxiety after prayer is normal and an invitation to continually turn to God.
• Discover how true healing can come from serving others, even in the midst of personal pain and grief.
• Be encouraged to trust in God’s promises of healing and protection, knowing His presence is near, especially in dark times.
• Find inspiration through a personal story of God’s faithful provision in practical, everyday needs.

RESOURCES

Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments is now available! If you've ever felt uncertain about God's promises or questioned if your prayers make a difference, this book is for you. In Desperate Prayers, I explore the lives of Bible characters like Abraham and Sarah, who waited on God and saw Him move in powerful ways.

Order today and discover how God's healing presence is available to us. Go to https://desperateprayers.com—available wherever you buy books.

 

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Are you tempted to doubt God's faithfulness when life doesn’t seem like it lines up with His Word? Do you ever feel like God's promises are taking too long? If so, this episode is for you!

In this episode of the Untangling Prayer podcast, Rachel dives into the struggle of trusting God’s faithfulness when life doesn’t align with His promises. Through stories from the Bible and real-life testimonies, Rachel offers encouragement for those in seasons of waiting. Tune in to find hope and strength as you journey through your own season of trust.

• Discover lessons from Abraham and Sarah’s story of waiting on God’s timing.
• Be reminded of God’s steadfast nature, even when circumstances feel uncertain.
• Gain encouragement on placing trust in God’s unchanging character over what’s seen.
• Hear a listener’s powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness during a season of doubt and waiting.

RESOURCES

Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments is now available! If you've ever felt uncertain about God's promises or questioned if your prayers make a difference, this book is for you. In Desperate Prayers, I explore the lives of Bible characters like Abraham and Sarah, who waited on God and saw Him move in powerful ways.

Order today and discover how God’s faithfulness never fails even in the waiting. Go to https://desperateprayers.com—available wherever books are sold.

 

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In this special episode, I’m excited to share an exclusive reading of Chapter One from my new book, Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments. Whether you’re navigating personal storms or seeking a deeper connection with God, this chapter offers a raw and powerful look at trusting Him through life’s toughest battles.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Raw & Honest: Real stories of struggle, faith, and the power of prayer in the hardest times of life.
• Powerful Moments: How even the shortest, simplest prayers can bring God’s biggest breakthroughs.
• A Faith-filled Start: A glimpse into the hope and healing that’s woven throughout Desperate Prayers.
• Exclusive Preview: Be the first to hear Chapter One before the official audiobook release!

Tune in, and let this chapter remind you that even the smallest prayers hold great power.

RESOURCES

How to Be A Prayer Warrior for Your Family in Dark Times

Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments

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In this wilderness season, you might ask, "How do I even pray when I don't know what to say?"

Join Mary Marantz as she interviews Rachel Wojo, on her journey through deep sorrow, grief, and the unshakable hope she's found in desperate prayers. From losing her mother to leukemia, discovering her husband’s affair, and facing my daughter’s diagnosis of a rare, incurable disorder, her story is one of redemption, struggle, and faith.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The vital difference between faith and logic and why it’s crucial to moving forward
• How desperation can pull you closer to God rather than push you away
• Spiritual Separation Anxiety and Its Biggest Trigger in 2024
• Miracles in my life—even when they didn’t start out looking like one
• Why God’s glory and what works for our good are not mutually exclusive

If you’re in a long wilderness season, you'll find faith, hope, and fresh prayer ideas.

Pre-order Desperate Prayers

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BONUS Episode

Grace Story Ministries Podcast Host Nate Davison interviews Rachel Wojo and asks some of the hard questions, like:

• Why do you write about prayer?
• How do you "drop prayer perfectionism?"
• What are the practical ways you can learn to hear from God?

Rachel answers these questions and MORE! You won't want to miss this episode!

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Do you ever wonder if praying is even worth it? What power could our mere words have with the God of the universe? If you've pondered these questions, this episode is for you!

Segment 1: Hot Questions from Hard Spaces: 

Is it okay to pray for personal desires or is that selfish?

Segment 2: Pray More/ Worry Less Encouragement.

In the weekly segment, Pray More/Worry Less, Rachel explains how our weakest prayerful pleas are often the beginning of our strongest moments with God. 

Segment 3: Answered Prayer Stories

In the Answered Prayer Stories segment, Rachel shares the testimony of Patti Schultz and her story of infertiliy.

RESOURCES

I’m thrilled to share that my new book Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life’s Darkest Moments is now available for preorder! If you’ve ever found yourself at the end of your rope, not knowing what to pray, this book is for you. In Desperate Prayers, I explore the lives of Bible characters who prayed in their weakest moments and saw God move in powerful ways. Preorder today and discover how even the simplest prayers can usher in extraordinary strength. Go to https://desperateprayers.com; available wherever books are sold and releasing October 8, 2024.  

Rachel's NEW book: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments

 

 

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Do you struggle to continue praying because you can't see how God is working?

This week's Hot Questions from Hard Spaces:

How do I keep praying when I'm tired of waiting?

And in the weekly segment, Pray More/Worry Less, Rachel dives into the prayer principle of how God prepares the way even before you pray. 

In the Answered Prayer Stories segment, Rachel shares the testimony of her church small group member, Penny. 

RESOURCES

"What do you do when your heart is so broken and burdened that you can't even find the words to pray? Rachel Wojo has been there and come out on the other side. With the tenderness of a compassionate friend and the tenaciousness of a fighting warrior, Rachel shares personal stories of hope and gives practical and powerful action steps to move you from desperate to expectant. I love this book!"
—Sharon Jaynes, bestselling author

• Rachel's NEW book: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments
• Free printable: 10 Bible Verse Cards to Help You Remember God Answers Prayer

 

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Does waiting for God to change your circumstances frustrate your prayer life? 

Join Rachel in this week’s “Hot Questions from Hard Spaces” as she tackles the challenging question: How can I pray when I can't find the words? Enjoy 4 practical tips to help you through!

In segment 2, Rachel unpacks the prayer principle that God always keeps his promises. Is God a cosmic vending machine? Find out in this week’s Pray More/Worry Less Encouragement.

For this week’s segment of Answered Prayer Stories, Rachel shares encouragement from her friend and neighbor, Barb, and her story of how God upheld her and her husband during a major life transition. 

RESOURCES

"What do you do when your heart is so broken and burdened that you can't even find the words to pray? Rachel Wojo has been there and come out on the other side. With the tenderness of a compassionate friend and the tenaciousness of a fighting warrior, Rachel shares personal stories of hope and gives practical and powerful action steps to move you from desperate to expectant. I love this book!"
—Sharon Jaynes, bestselling author

• Rachel's NEW book: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments
• Free printable: 10 Bible Verse Cards to Help You Remember God Answers Prayer
• Free printable: When You Can't Pray Prayer Guide

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