Prayer isn’t just about words—it’s about opening your heart to a God who loves you deeply and invites you to connect with Him in boldness and honesty. Too often, we hold back, distracted by life’s noise or unsure of how to approach Him. But what if you could overcome those barriers? What if you could quiet the distractions, trust in His limitless power, and pray with confidence, knowing He hears and moves mightily? Dive into a journey that will deepen your understanding of prayer, strengthen your faith, and transform your relationship with God. It’s time to discover what prayer was truly meant to be! 

January 5—Week 1: More Than You Thought (Romans 8:26-27) 

We’ve all heard about the importance of prayer in following Jesus—but let’s be honest, prayer often feels like a struggle. What if the problem isn’t just our effort, but our understanding? What if prayer is far more than we’ve imagined? It’s not just words spoken to God; it’s the vulnerable act of opening our hearts to a God who loves us deeply. Could it be that there’s more to prayer than we’ve ever considered? 

January 12—Week 2: The Heartbeat of God (Hebrews 4:14-16) 

Our view of God shapes how we approach Him in prayer. If we see Him as an angry judge, we’ll keep our distance, afraid of punishment. If we think He’s indifferent to our struggles, we won’t seek His help when we’re falling short. But when we truly grasp God’s heart—His deep love and compassion—we can come to Him just as we are, trusting Him to transform us into the image of Jesus. The key to bold, honest prayer is understanding the God who invites us in. 

January 19—Week 3: When the Mind Wanders (Luke 10:38-42) 

We live in a world wired for distraction, where our attention spans are shrinking in the digital age. It’s no surprise that this spills over into our prayer lives. The moment we try to pray, our minds race, and every little distraction pulls us away. But here’s the good news: God isn’t surprised by this struggle—He’s ready to help us overcome it. With His Spirit at work in us, we can push through the noise, focus our hearts, and learn to hear His voice clearly. Prayer doesn’t have to compete with distractions—it can become a place of deep connection. 

January 26—Week 4: The Audacity to Believe (Matthew 17:14-21) 

The God who spoke the universe into existence with just a word hasn’t lost an ounce of His power—but do we really believe that? Too often, we hold back, hesitant to share the deepest desires of our hearts or ask Him for bold, impossible things. Why? Maybe it’s because we’ve bought into the lie that God doesn’t move mightily in our time. But what if we dared to pray boldly, trusting in the same power that created the heavens? What could happen if God’s people unleashed bold prayers? 

Join the Getwell family as we take on the challenge of 25 days of guided prayer during the month of January. Printed prayer guides and an online version will be available starting December 22, and the 25 days begins January 6.