So here is the selection of books from my shelves on the subject of prayer.  I have grouped them under categories of “read,” “being read,” and “recommended by others” The opinions are entirely mine and I would be only too happy for you to share yours!

Books I have read and have found to be a great blessing (Most of these I have read once  or twice and continue to dip into frequently):

“Deepening your Conversation with God” Ben Patterson
A wonderful account of a pastors struggle to build a meaningful prayer life. Honest and clear with many practical lessons.
“With Christ in the School of Prayer” Andrew Murray
Written in 1895 this book has lost nothing over time. Its 31 lessons provide an immensely valuable month’s devotional or you can just sit down and read it!
“The Papa Prayer” Larry Crabb
This book has changed my practice of prayer more than any other, and I nearly did not read it because I did not like the title!  If you only read one book on this list make it this one!
“Falling in Love with Prayer” Mike Macintosh
A practical prayer guide from the heart of a pastor. Mike Macintosh was inspired to love to pray by his pastor Chuck Smith and he passes the lessons on to his readers along with his own developing experiences.
“Prayer- Does it make any Difference” Philip Yancey
In true Yancey style he asks the difficult questions and is never satisfied with easy answers. An extensive yet reasonably easy to read look at the challenge of communication with God.
“Experiencing Prayer with Jesus” Henry and Norman Blackaby
From a family of prolific authors this is a very helpful look at the prayer habits of Jesus as set out for us in scripture
“When God Prays” Skip Heitzig
This book is from the Billy Graham library and focuses on probably the most remarkable prayer of all time. It would take a lifetime to plumb the depths of John 17 but this is not a bad place to start.
“Too Busy Not to Pray” Bill Hybels
Great practical book. Can also be an excellent  book to read with your spouse, a couple of friends or as a small group study. (If you can read two this is No 2!)
“Prayer“ O Hallesby
Translated into English by Clarence Carlsen in 1931, I found this book on a give away table of books culled from the library. I am so glad they gave it away, it is a treasure!
“When God doesn’t answer your prayers” Jerry Sittser
Sittser lost three members of his immediate family in a tragic drunk driving accident. His wrestling with this subject brings us insights tested in the fire

Books I am currently reading
“God on Mute” Peter Greig
Outstanding book by one of the young leaders of the 24/7 Prayer movement. His experiences going through severe health challenges with his wife bring a practical clarity to the subject
“ Praying - Finding your way through duty to delight” JI Packer and Carol Nystrom
Packers books are never the type you can put your feet up  and loose yourself in. Reading his writings requires effort and concentration which, when given, are richly rewarded.

Books I have not read but have been recommended to me:

“The Hidden Power of Prayer and Fasting” Mahesh Chavada
“The Power of a Praying Parent” Stormie Omartian

If you have read any of the books listed above and want to share your comments please do and if you have read other books you have found helpful to your prayer lives please bless us by telling us about it