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Prayer: The Habit That Anchors the Soul

Biblical Wisdom for Flourishing Episode 21

As we step into June in our Biblical Wisdom for Flourishing series, we begin with the most vital rhythm of a flourishing life: prayer.

But let’s be honest. For many, prayer feels hard. Distracting. Dry. Like we’re saying the right words but still feel far from God. That’s because we often treat prayer like a ritual to master rather than a relationship to nurture.

This week, we’re reframing prayer—not as something we do to get God’s attention, but as the way we stay rooted in His presence. Scripture shows us again and again that flourishing begins in intimacy with God: “Abide in me, and I in you…” (John 15:4). Prayer is how we abide. It is how we breathe.

In this episode, we explore how making prayer a spiritual habit—not just a crisis tool or a checklist—leads to greater peace, resilience, and spiritual maturity. Drawing on both biblical wisdom and psychological insight, we’ll learn why the soul needs connection just as much as the body needs air.

Let’s stop performing in prayer and start practicing presence.

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