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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: Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools by Tyler Staton

Book Review: Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools by Tyler Staton

July 18, 2025July 19, 2025

A powerful call to deeper prayer, Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools offers a simple, rich, and honest guide to a life with God.

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Book Review: The Two Ways by Rowan Williams

Book Review: The Two Ways by Rowan Williams

July 10, 2025July 19, 2025

Rowan Williams’ “The Two Ways” shows how The Didache unites doctrine, prayer & ethics—rediscover early-church wisdom for today.

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Book Review: The Lord & His Prayer by N.T. Wright

Book Review: The Lord & His Prayer by N.T. Wright

July 10, 2025August 5, 2025

Book review: NT Wright’s The Lord & His Prayer explores Jesus’ Kingdom-centered prayer with practical insights and rich theology.

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Book Review: The “R” Prayer by Mark Hart

Book Review: The “R” Prayer by Mark Hart

July 8, 2025July 19, 2025

Mark Hart’s The “R” Father unlocks 14 “R” responses to the Lord’s Prayer, deepening worship and discipleship in everyday life.

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Book Review: How to Think Theologically by Howard W. Stone & James O. Duke

Book Review: How to Think Theologically by Howard W. Stone & James O. Duke

July 7, 2025July 19, 2025

Read this book review of “How to Think Theologically”—Stone & Duke offer tips to transform embedded faith into deliberate theology.

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