“The Simple Shift That Will Change Your Prayer Life” With Wendy Blight, Kaley Olson, and Meredith Brock
The Proverbs 31 Ministries PodcastShow Notes
Do you ever feel like you want to pray … but don’t know what to say? In today’s episode, Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson sit down with Wendy Blight to talk about a simple but powerful shift: praying God’s Word.
Because when emotions run high — especially in the relationships that matter most — it’s easy to default to reacting, fixing, or striving for change. But what if the most impactful thing you could do is pray differently?
Wendy shares honestly about a hard season with her daughter and how learning to pray Scripture didn’t just change her prayers — it changed her heart, her words, and the atmosphere in her home.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in your prayer life or unsure how to pray for someone you love, this episode will give you a clear place to start.
You’ll learn: Why praying Scripture brings clarity when you don’t have the words. How to identify the heart issue behind what you’re praying for. A simple way to turn Bible verses into personal prayers. What it looks like to pray in both everyday moments and hard ones. How God uses prayer to shape your heart, not just your circumstances.
Resources From This Episode: Download “15 Prayers for Your Son or Daughter.” If you’re not sure where to begin, this resource will help you start praying Scripture over your child in a simple, meaningful way. Capstone Wellness provides residential treatment and custom therapy intensives that retrace hurt to the roots in a Christ-centered environment. Learn more at Capstonewellness.com/proverbs31 Listen to Therapy & Theology Season 12: “Fight for Your Family.” Get practical, biblical insight to help you strengthen your relationships and fight for what matters most. Click here to download a transcript of this episode.
Want More on This Topic? With so much against us and our families in today's world, how can we build a family rooted in biblical Truth and a strong sense of belonging? Listen to this episode of Therapy & Theology to learn how.
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