Prayers of the Old Testament

These eight studies from Lynne M. Baab, based on prayers from seven Old Testament books, invite you to meet our mighty, loving God in fresh ways, bringing all of who you are to him. Introduction Getting the Most Out of Prayers of the Old TestamentThis section introduces the topic, explains the structure followed in each study and offers tips for those approaching the study on their own as well as those participating in a group. Part 1: Discovery Session One A Prayer of Moses: Praising God for Doing WondersMoses calls the Lord "my strength," "my song" and "my salvation." What do you think Moses means by each name? Which of these characteristics of God have you experienced most strongly?Exodus 15:1-18 Session Two A Prayer of Hannah: Turning Things Upside Down Hannah is praying in the midst of a deeply personal family drama, yet her prayer expresses concern for the larger world; she mentions warriors, princes, the powerful, the poor, the hungry. How closely do your prayers and your faith