You'll find practical, Scripture-based help here to really encourage you as you pray, including information on my latest books and projects, a very active prodigal "prayer wall," videos and podcasts, Our Daily Bread devotionals, and much more (keep scrolling down!). Good things await as we pray!
Prayer isn't just something we do—it changes who we become. In this encouraging episode, Dr. James Banks and host Robby Dilmore discuss how consistent, faithful prayer transforms us from the inside out. Drawing from Scripture, personal experience, and fascinating neuroscience research, James explains how regular prayer can bring measurable changes to our minds, reduce stress and anxiety, deepen our compassion, and strengthen our relationship with God. Most importantly, he reminds us that prayer isn't about self-improvement—it's about spending time with the One who changes everything.
If you've ever wondered whether your prayers are making a difference, this conversation offers both biblical encouragement and practical hope. Discover why time with God is never wasted and how a life of prayer can lead to greater peace, purpose, and intimacy with Christ.
To learn more about the power of prayer and discover additional biblical resources from Dr. James Banks, visit jamesbanks.org. You'll find encouragement, books, articles, and more to help you grow deeper in your walk with Christ.
19 Sept 2026
Voice Of God (Revisited)
What does it mean to hear the voice of God? Is it an audible voice, or something deeper—a growing awareness of His presence, love, conviction, and guidance?
This week, we take a look back on an episode of Encouraging Prayer, where Dr. James Banks and Host Robby Dilmore explore the beautiful reality of conversational intimacy with God. Drawing from the writings of George MacDonald and Psalm 18, James reflects on how our relationship with God can shape the way we experience and perceive His voice. Whether God's presence feels like gentle tenderness, loving correction, or profound peace, His invitation to draw near is always open.
To learn more about the power of prayer and discover additional biblical resources from Dr. James Banks, visit jamesbanks.org. You'll find encouragement, books, articles, and more to help you grow deeper in your walk with Christ.
12 Sept 2026
Praise To Soothe The Savage Beast
When life feels overwhelming and the noise of the world grows louder, praise has the power to refocus our hearts on God. In this episode of Encouraging Prayer, Dr. James Banks and host Robbie Dilmore explore how praising God isn't just an expression of worship—it's a powerful spiritual practice that brings peace, renews our perspective, and strengthens us in the midst of life's battles.
Using a touching story about a beloved dog, alongside the remarkable account of Paul and Silas worshiping in prison, they reveal how praise can calm anxious hearts, quiet distracting voices, and become a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare. Discover why choosing to praise God—especially in difficult circumstances—opens the door to His presence, His joy, and His peace.
If you've been carrying burdens, battling discouragement, or simply longing to draw closer to God, this encouraging conversation will remind you that praise isn't just for the good times—it's often the pathway to breakthrough.
To learn more about the power of prayer and discover additional biblical resources from Dr. James Banks, visit jamesbanks.org. You'll find encouragement, books, articles, and more to help you grow deeper in your walk with Christ.
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