The Power of Praying: Help for a Woman's Journey Through Life

by Stormie Omartian

Bestselling author Stormie Omartian inspires readers to embrace a rich, active prayer life. Selections from her titles Just Enough Light for the Step I’m On , The Power of a Praying® Wife , The Power of a Praying® Woman , and The Power of a Praying® Parent create this bountiful gathering of reflections, guidance, Scriptures, and prayers. More than 120 devotions cover topics relevant to a woman’s life, This reader–friendly compilation is a perfect gift for women familiar with or ready to be introduced to the power of prayer as expressed through the writings and heart of Stormie Omartian.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Prayer, Christian Non Fiction

128 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Stormie Omartian is an award-winning bestselling author and speaker who personally connects with readers and listeners by sharing her experiences and illustrating how God transforms lives when we learn to trust in Him.

The strength and transparency of Stormie’s message has driven her books to the top of the bestsellers list. More than 26 million copies have been sold worldwide of her "Power of Praying Series," including "The Power Of Praying For Your Adult Children," "The Power Of A Praying Wife," "The Power Of A Praying Husband," "The Power Of A Praying Woman," "The Power Of A Praying Parent," "The Power Of A Praying Teen," and "The Prayer That Changes Everything."

Her latest books are her recently updated and re-released bestsellers: "Power of a Prayer Wife," "Power of a Praying Woman," "Power of a Praying Parent," "Power of Praying for Your Adult Children," and "Power of a Praying Husband."

In May 2002, "The Power Of A Praying Wife" broke a 21-year industry record by claiming the top spot on the Christian Booksellers bestsellers list for 27 consecutive months. From 2001 to 2003, for an unprecedented three years in a row, it was named a finalist for The Charles “Kip” Jordon Christian Book of the Year Award. It has been on the bestsellers list continually for over ten years. It was replaced as number one by "The Power Of A Praying Husband," which was honored in 2002 with a Gold Medallion Award. "The Power Of A Praying Parent" has been on the bestsellers list for years. In September of 2002, her prayer series astonishingly held the top four spots on the bestsellers list:

1. "Praying Wife"
2. "Praying Woman"
3. "Praying Parent"
4. "Praying Husband"

Among other of Stormie’s bestselling books are her autobiography, "Stormie," plus "Just Enough Light For The Step I’m On," "Lord I Want To Be Whole," and "Praying God's Will For Your Life." Michael and Stormie have been married for 40 years and have two married children.

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Reviews

[quiltingbeautyandbooks ~ Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stormie has done it again. This book is full of great devotions and prayers. It covered many different aspects of our daily living.

Every morning after reading the devotion and prayer, I felt better prepared to face the day and any troubles that may arise or ready to rejoice in what God has done.

I recommend this book to EVERY woman who wants to learn to pray about everything in her life.

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a Christian woman’s top-notch guide to receive direction, motivation, and inspiration in establishing, strengthening, and enhancing a relationship with God. It breaks down how to pray for the different aspects of life. The chapters include: Becoming A Woman of God, Blessing Your Family, Understanding His Promises, Building a Foundation of Faith, Facing Trials, Moving Towards the Future, Following God’s Lead, Enjoying Gifts Along the Way, Receiving Divine Inspiration, and Living the Good Life. Each of these chapters is broken down deeper into subtopics and prayers.

The author makes this an easy read by keeping each subtopic short, simple, and understandable. The author also makes the words visually appealing by using sentence variety. The beginning of the first sentences is bold and all caps, which adds emphasis to how each story begins. The author completes each page with prayer that is italicized. The author makes connections to the Christian woman by speaking from the “I” and referring to biblical stories. The author uses repetition and consistency by including a biblical quote and prayer to recite at the end of each page.

For a Christian based book it is a great idea to include biblical quotes.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

When someone I know/love is struggling through "life" & I want to help but don't know how or don't know what to pray for them, this book always has something sweet & simple that I can pray for them or even myself. There is power in prayer!

[Jamie Leeper · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was awesome! Here are some of the subjects in the chapters.
Nurture Your Soul
Knowing Gods Sufficient Grace
Knowing His Plans For You
Lifting Up Your Husband
Covering Your Children in Prayer
Obedience
Surrender
Gods Blessings
And so much more.
An excellent book for women to read

[Tawa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book! Teaches u how to pray and lists bible passages that will help u lift your spirit.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. I go back to it more and more when I can't think of the words to pray. all those books are meant for us to use daily.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book for small group studies.

Omartian does a great job with the prayer and the scriptures that go along with each lesson. I love that the book, and each lesson is short and sweet.

[Cheryl Petersen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Didn't really keep my interest.

[Stephanie Nicholson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book and would recommend it for anyone interested in prayer in their lives. It was easy to read and understand and had practical advice.

[Dwayne King · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

this books change my life! they are full of the holy spirit. stormy is helping those who doesn't know how to pray.

[Angela Hodge · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great read, it was encouraging and uplifting.

[Mona Randall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Valuable, detailed information on prayer. A guide book to refine your prayer life

[Gigi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am such a fan of Stormie's books. This is the second I've read and was a gift from my mom at Christmas because I'd been raving about "The Power of a Praying Woman."

I think I may have enjoyed this book EVEN MORE! I really enjoyed the structure of the book, as well as the topics covered. I took pictures of many pages to share with my loved ones because the words were so powerful (and often, so timely too)!

This is an excellent read - a truly enjoyable devotional book that I know I will pick up again to reread in the future.

[Maureen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book!!! Really helped me expand my prayer life! Have share this book with friends over and over again!

[Jeanette Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Any book that guides in prayer is special.

[Brandy Schneider · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good so far...taking it page by page, day by day...