Is it possible that we have been misled into thinking we can solve our problems with prayer? What could be more important than knocking harder on the door of heaven when God seems to go silent in the midst of our requests?

In this excerpt from Psalms: Folk Songs of Faith, Ray Stedman suggests that prayer may not be the first thing to do when we are in trouble. This experienced pastor even admits that more prayer may not give us the peace of mind or answers we are looking for.

So what should we do when we don’t know where else to turn? The following pages will show us how to renew our strength when all we feel is our own weakness and fear.

Mart DeHaan