Road to Renewal: Seven Prayers That Will Change You
Ebook
Are you floundering in your walk with God? Does it feel like your prayers never accomplish anything? Are you struggling to make an impact in the lives of those around you? Are you desperate for spiritual renewal? One of the reasons many believers struggle in their Christian walk is because they don't know how to pray biblically. Through a clear, insightful, and practical exposition of Scripture, Road to Renewal takes the reader though seven prayers in the Bible that, when rightly understood and properly prayed, can help bring about spiritual renewal.
“Prayer is about far more than making requests or checking in
with God. It is about spending time with the Father and when
combined with reflection on scripture, getting a good look in a
mirror. Road to Renewal gets one started on deepening what
prayer can and should be. It truly gives one an opportunity to be
renewed.”
—Darrell Bock, Dallas Theological Seminary
“Most of us need help now and then with our prayer lives. . . . One
of the ways to teach prayer is to work through some of the prayers
in scripture, understanding what the prayers mean, and in effect
teaching us to pray similarly. This is what Wayne Baxter has done
in this book: he has expounded a number of intercessory prayers,
taking up the mantle of teaching others to pray.”
—D. A. Carson, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
“Road to Renewal has captured in seven well-written chapters a lively,
biblical exposition for a revitalized view and practice
of prayer in the life of the believing community. But it also
is just as powerful a call for revival and renewal in Christ's
church. I wholeheartedly recommend it to those who ask what can be
done in times like the ones we are now living in!”
—Walter C. Kaiser, President Emeritus, Gordon-Conwell Theological
Seminary
“Prayer is tough but simple, accessible yet often hidden in the
weeds of our own insecurity, busyness, or lack of discipline. Wayne
Baxter in Road to Renewal lifts the shadows of complexity,
taking us into the sanctum made available by the one who envelops
our lives. This is a book for learners and ancients, for personal
and group study, and for those teaching others the rhythms and
patterns of praying.”
—Brian C. Stiller, Global Ambassador, World Evangelical
Alliance
“Wayne Baxter has a gift for careful exposition of the biblical
text mixed with a sincere passion for the church and Christian
discipleship. This book beautifully brings these things together.
It offers the reader an engaging combination of education and
inspiration that will ultimately deepen your desire to draw near to
God.”
—Lee Beach, McMaster Divinity College
“Through in-depth biblical examples, Road to Renewal is a
much-needed resource that demonstrates how
praying God’s Word can enrich and transform your prayer life,
and move you to a place of continual growth
and humble dependence in prayer. Baxter clearly
establishes that scripture is relevant and necessary for
life-changing prayer. You won’t pray the same again!”
—Jenn Martin, Women’s Ministry Director, the
Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada
“Combining the insights of a trained theologian and the shepherding
heart of a pastor, Baxter invites you to consider the real meaning,
relevant messages, and real difference that seven biblical prayers
can make in your life.”
—Aaron Rock, Lead Pastor, Harvest Bible Chapel Windsor
“Road to Renewal articulates a path to biblical
maturity, guided by prayer, with a clarity and precision that
encourages the heart and instructs the mind. I highly recommend
this biblical exposition of key portions of God’s Holy Word, as it
will draw you closer to Christ, fan the flames of your heart’s
passion for him, and cultivate your desire to commune with him in
prayer.”
—Norm Millar, Senior Pastor, Harvest
Bible Chapel
“Wayne Baxter has done it again with exegetical
acumen and theological precision all combined with practical
application. As the seven prayers are considered, we are drawn
into each, and inspired in our own prayer life as we learn a
different facet regarding prayer from each of these biblical
prayers. This isn't just another intellectual exercise on what
prayer is but instead is the outworking and thoughts of one who has
been there and has integrated these principles into his own life
and seen the difference it has made.”
—Jeff Fry, Pastor, Lichfield Christian Church
Product Details
- Title : Road to Renewal: Seven Prayers That Will Change You
- Author: Baxter, Wayne
- Publisher: Resource Publications
- Publication Date: 2017
- ISBN: 9781498245982
Wayne Baxter is Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek at Heritage College and Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada. He earned his PhD in Religious Studies (specializing in Early Christianity) at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, and his Master of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois. He is the author of three additional books: Growing Up to Get Along: Conflict and Unity in Philippians (2016); We’ve Lost. What Now? Practical Counsel from the Book of Daniel (Wipf & Stock, 2015); and his dissertation, "Israel's Only Shepherd: Matthew's Shepherd Motif and His Social Setting." Wayne has taught part-time at Wilfrid Laurier University, King's University College, and McMaster University. He is ordained with the Christian and Missionary Alliance and has pastored churches in Windsor, Ottawa, and Toronto.