#63 The Problem of Prayer: How It Works — and Why It Sometimes Doesn’t + Dr. Josh Waltman - podcast episode cover

#63 The Problem of Prayer: How It Works — and Why It Sometimes Doesn’t + Dr. Josh Waltman

Jul 08, 20251 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 63
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What’s the point of prayer if God’s will is going to be done anyway?


Does God choose to stay silent until we decide to pray?


How do you know it's God's voice versus your own?


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Dr. Josh Waltman is a professor of theology and apologetics at Liberty Theological Seminary in Lynchburg, VA. He holds a PhD in Theological Studies with a concentration in apologetics from Columbia International University. His dissertation focused on trinitarian theology and theistic responses to the problem of divine hiddenness. He also holds degrees in philosophy and religion, theology and apologetics, theological studies, and library science. A life-long Virginian and ordained pastor, Josh has served churches throughout the state in roles that include elder, itinerate preacher, and teaching pastor. In his spare time, he enjoys playing guitar and banjo, woodworking, hunting and fishing, and getting lost in the library stacks.


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Recommended reading from Dr. Josh Waltman :


Why We Pray by John C. Peckham -

http://amazon.com/Why-We-Pray-Understanding-Conflict/dp/1540966283


Prayer by Timothy Keller-

https://timothykeller.com/books/prayer


Psalm 66, James 4, and Isaiah 1 (for prayer effectiveness)


1 Peter 3 – Prayers and marriage


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