Answering God: The Psalms as Tools for Prayer

I used this as a preparation for a study we did with our small group. It gave me great insight into the Psalms. Its not preachy but rich with practical insight into the Psalms.

This book was my introduction to Eugene Peterson. I immediately fell in love with it. The truth within it's pages has transformed my prayer life. Since reading this book, I have read several other of his books, but I always come back to this one.

Until I read this book, I felt that I ought to pray, even wanted to pray, but when I sat down to do it prayer seemed so complicated and burdensome, and I would come away with a haunting feeling that I never got it "right". This book taught me that prayer means listening, and responding to God--not just talking at him, or coming at him with lists. It set me free to rest in the presence of God, something I often enough ended... Read Full Review

I have to agree with the reviewer of August 7, 2001's enthusiasm for this book. I first read "Answering God: The Psalms As Tools for Prayer" when I checked it out of a local library. The book so moved and changed me that I had to stop midway, turn the book back in at the library, and order a copy. "Answering God" is the kind of book that helps the reader open doors that have always be locked to them. In my case, it has revolutionized... Read Full Review

I just placed an order for six more copies of this book to give to friends and family ... and that's only a start. Am I new to the Bible? Not hardly. I'm one of those "veteran" Christians who has been active in church and other ministries all my life. Even so, "Answering God" introduced me to the Psalms in a way I've never before experienced. I'm excited about using the Psalms to help me develop a deeper, richer prayer... Read Full Review