Everyday Prayers: 365 Days to a Gospel-Centered Faith

It's been almost 4 years since I started reading Everyday Prayers and I have read it almost everyday since then. It never gets old and, like the Bible, I find something new when I read these prayers. This book is one of my "must have" devotionals. It was a rock to cling to during years of the pandemic, political turmoil, continued problems such as mass shootings (according to Congressman Jamie Raskin's research and other sources, in the US more children die from gun violence than any other cause), misplaced trust in politicians, and dealing with the "anniversary stress" of loss of loved ones. He quietly mentions his political views without trying to offend anyone while also acknowledging the problems caused by political division. It seems like Scotty is talking directly to me and many of his gospel insanity problems are ones I have, too. Even when he prays about issues I have not been involved in, I get reminded of my own issues and I can apply his lamentations and his realizations about putting it all in God's hands to my own situation. Scotty Smith talks to the Holy Trinity like they are good friends, which, of course They are. The prayers are heartfelt, gospel based, have vivid discussions about personal and worldwide issues, show compassion, ability to admit lapses in gospel sanity, humble, able to to find the sacred AND the humor in situations, and covers all the range of human emotions. Scotty, whom I feel is also my friend and support, prays with such passion and without formality. Reading about the events that spurred these prayers shows his compassion, his sadness and frustration when things don't go right, and his trust that God the Father, Lord Jesus, and the Holy Spirit are always working to further Their divine purpose and plan, both in his life and in all of God's children. Amen!

Scotty Smith was my college pastor when I was studying at Vanderbilt. After reading his blog and daily prayers, I wanted to go back in time and buy this book. Even though they were written years ago, every word still holds true. Such a gift for me every day.

Everyday Prayers, by Scotty Smith has turned out to be among my most cherished books. I purchased it for my Kindle Fire in December, 2014. I am absolutely THRILLED with the prayers contained therein, and find myself praying along with the author and personalizing the prayers for my own particular situation. The reason I only gave it 4 stars has nothing to do with the content or style of the author. Scotty Smith has a beautifully vulnerable and transparent way of expressing himself. The fault I find is that this book does not work well on my kindle. When I attempt to "turn" the pages, it may work for a few seconds, but then decides to close down on me. This is utterly frustrating and very disappointing to me. I have no issues with turning the pages in any of the other books downloaded onto my Kindle. In fact I spent a considerable amount of time with the Kindle tech people, deleting this book and having it re-downloaded, only to find the same issue. I can only assume that there is something amiss in the Kindle version of this book, and NOT with my device. HOWEVER, I recently ordered the hard copy of this and am very impressed and extremely blessed!

I've been in a season of appreciating other peoples prayers and this book of 365 prayers (1 for each day of the year) is a beauty. Smith began praying over particular verses of Scripture and then decided to write them down. I'm so pleased he did. Written in everyday language but often with a clever turn of phrase, Smith's prayers cover a range of topics that are rooted in the application of Scripture. Rooted in confession, a spirit of repentance and the glory of grace these prayers have helped me focus my time with the Lord. One day's prayer may focus on the beauty of creation, the next on friends in need, to days confessing his own sinfulness, but at all times Smith brings us back to the awesome love of the Lord.I've loved starting my day meditating on these prayers and plan to continue to do so. I've found that I've reflected often during the course of the day on a particular prayer and also been stimulated in praying my own prayers about a day's topic.Highly recommended.

Awesome devotional; reaches the heart.

I read four devotionals throughout this hear, and this one was by far my favorite because of the rich way it connected the great bra e of our Savior Jesus to real life in thought-provoking and inspirational ways! I highly recommend this to one and all -- whether you are steadfast or struggling in your faith, you will find grace and blessings for each and every day in rich, relevant fashion!This is a "keeper" that I will use again!

Scotty Smith gives voice to deep impressions of my heart as I follow Christ. He is real - hides behind no masks and doesn’t depend on churchy words. A real encouragement with which to begin my day! Love that each prayer springs from Scripture.

You must get this book! What a refreshing, convicting, comforting and challenging book. Scotty reveals himself through these prayers because of his honesty and transparency, but more important, he teaches us how welcome we are at the throne of grace. No pretensions, no boasting, no pressure. Just communion with the One who promised to complete the work He began in us. I could go on and on. Thank you, Scotty. You have helped me so much to see prayer not as a burden, not as something I need to do, but as a gift from God. I'm learning that God doesnt "need" me; He can accomplish His purposes without any help from me. But He does "want" me, and that elicits such love from me and the desire to commune with Him and serve Him with my whole heart.

Scotty Smith has an informal writing style which might trouble some readers who want a more solemn approach to daily devotions. I tend to use his work alongside a volume of Puritan prayers and the tandem works well. Pastor Smith has a terrific imagination and a lovely (though reverent) sense of humour. He's thought-provoking and God-glorifying in his meditations. I often find myself quoting him on Twitter. Enough prayers here for a whole year.

I am working my way through this superb book - day by day. It is absolutely "on the button"; relevant; honest; real and gets me every time.I wholeheartedly recommend it if you are serious about walking in grace; about seeking to deal with the rubbish and baggage that so easily clings to us and wanting to make a difference to those around you.5 stars - yes!Barry

Used this every morning for the past year as a starter for daily devotions.Useful primer of the pump.obviously not in the same league as Valley of Vision by Banner of Truth

Both me and my wife started using this book in our daily devotions. It is really a blessing for us. We got two copies - on kindle and in paper. Unfortunately the one on kindle keeps on crushing.

Book is ok, but just not my style. Suitable for those who like this style of prayers. Probably will be enjoyed by some and of benefit to them.