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Letters to Malcolm, Chiefly on Prayer

Book • 2017
In 'Letters to Malcolm, Chiefly on Prayer', C.S.

Lewis presents a nuanced and personal exploration of prayer through a series of fictional letters to his friend Malcolm.

The book delves into various aspects of prayer, including its form, content, and regularity, and how it reflects and shapes one's faith.

Lewis addresses challenges and misconceptions about prayer, such as feeling unworthy or unsure of what to say, and grapples with theological questions like theodicy.

He emphasizes that prayer is a transformative practice that deepens one's awareness of God's presence, even in times of hardship, and highlights its communal dimension in connecting believers.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

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John Ortberg
when citing a phrase about authentic prayer that begins every prayer.
Episode 30 - Be Still. Be Real.
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Kristi Gaultiere
in relation to a play based on his writings about prayer.
The Intimacy and Self-Discovery of Prayer
Mentioned by Leigh Lowe as a favored short, accessible Lewis book in letter form about prayer and genuine struggles.
Christian Nonfiction Books for Classical Readers
Recommended by Dr.
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Andrew Snyder
as one of Lewis's most overlooked books, especially when it comes to his popular level writing.
104 - Introduction to The Screwtape Letters
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John Ortberg
as a C.S. Lewis work referenced when discussing the notion of God's wrath.
27. The Law of Reciprocal Condemnation

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