GARDEN CHURCH Podcast Hallowed Be Your Name: Prayer and the Reputation of God
Aug 17, 2025
A gripping tale unfolds of an Anglican church official held hostage by Hezbollah for five years, showcasing resilience against adversity. The discussion shifts to the transformative power of prayer, where shame is replaced by forgiveness. Listeners are urged to re-evaluate their expectations of God, embracing awe and reverence. Personal stories, like a barber's unexpected journey to faith during a haircut, illuminate the power of connections. Finally, the podcast highlights how fervent prayer can restore communities and revitalize faith.
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Hostage To Homecoming
- Terry Waite described five years of solitary captivity, blindfolds, and beatings before release.
- His reunion with family marked a decisive moment of 'coming home' and recognition of freedom.
Prayer As Coming Home
- Prayer should be understood as 'coming home' to the Father's forgiveness and acceptance.
- This reframes prayer from duty or badge to honest return and relationship.
Friendship And Fear In Prayer
- 'Our Father in heaven' balances God's intimacy with his transcendence and sovereignty.
- Healthy prayer holds both friendship with God and reverent fear of his holiness.