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Book Reviews in the Wilderness

aBook Reviews in the Wilderness features honest reviews of books on prayer, formation, and faith—written from the edges, for those seeking depth, simplicity, and Jesus in the wilderness.

Book Review: The Lord’s Prayer for Today by William J. Carl III

Book Review: The Lord’s Prayer for Today by William J. Carl III

August 25, 2024August 5, 2025

The book review examines William J. Carl’s book, The Lord’s Prayer for Today, which explores the prayer pattern provided by Jesus and serves as a reliable and accessible resource on the Lord’s Prayer.

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Book Review: Praying with Power by John Ortberg

Book Review: Praying with Power by John Ortberg

August 19, 2024June 4, 2025

A practical review of Praying with Power by John Ortberg, exploring its accessible approach to the Lord’s Prayer for group study.

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Book Review: Excellence in Teaching With the Seven Laws by Carl Shafer

Book Review: Excellence in Teaching With the Seven Laws by Carl Shafer

August 8, 2024July 19, 2025

A book review of Excellence in Teaching with the Seven Laws by Carl Shafer – a book that is ideal for educators and leaders.

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Book Review: Reflections on the Lord’s Prayer by Zondervan

Book Review: Reflections on the Lord’s Prayer by Zondervan

July 23, 2024August 5, 2025

This is a review of Reflections on the Lord’s Prayer, a timeless faith classic series book released by Zondervan in 2015.

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Book Review: Lord, Teach Us To Pray by John C. Purdy

Book Review: Lord, Teach Us To Pray by John C. Purdy

June 3, 2024August 5, 2025

The book, Lord, Teach Us To Pray by John C. Purdy, presents six accessible and insightful studies on the Lord’s Prayer. This post reviews this resource.

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