Perspectives on Prayer

An exploration of both the public and private levels of prayer, as well as the wide variety of prayer styles. what are we doing when we pray? What do we hope for when we pray for others? Can a scientist pray? Does our sexuality interfere with effective prayer? Can we pray with our bodies? Although prayer is central to the spiritual life, many people find it difficult. This book looks at prayer from the perspectives of the Bible, society, science, psychology, poetry, music, sexuality, and the body. It explores what prayer is, and the different ways of praying that there are. Readers will find that prayer can be fresh, rich, and full of variety.