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Today we're talking about prayer! Prayer is one of the most integral parts of the Christian faith. It's our opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with God. But, how do we make the most of our time with God and have an effective prayer life? Today's guest, Pamela D. Smith shares principles that will help us and more. 

Pamela D. Smith is a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, wife, mother, and leading inspirational speaker, literary consultant, evangelist, and multi-published author. She holds an undergraduate degree from Louisiana Tech University and has a Master's degree in Business Administration from AIU University. Pamela is also an ardent member of the National Association of Christian Ministers and is a licensed and ordained minister. She is a prayer warrior and powerhouse in everything she does! Pamela is completely driven in pursuit to advance the lives of women and Christian authors, globally. She currently resides in Arlington, Texas with her husband.

Interview HIghlights 

* Pamela shares why prayer is important to Christian living. 

* "It's how we receive direction, correction, and instruction for daily living as we listen to God during prayer ." - Pamela D. Smith

* We discuss why prayer can seem unattainable and intimidating and how we can overcome those feelings. 

* "We have to be fully persuaded in prayer that God loves us unconditionally." - Pamela D. Smith

* Pamela shares her journey from ineffective prayer life to be a prayer warrior. 

* "Our prayers need to be Holy Spirit directed." - Pamela D. Smith

" It's not what we say about God's Word, it's God's Word that he has promised won't return to Him void." - Pamela D. Smith

* Pamela shares tips to help us incorporate scripture in our prayers. 

* "I'm a big fan of written prayers." - Pamela D. Smith 

* We discuss Pamela's revelation about having a personal altar. 

* "We can't tie up our prayer lives to a church building or to one man or one woman." - Pamela D. Smith

* Pamela shares the top three things you can do to strengthen your prayer life. 

* "Detach from your own will." - Pamela D. Smith

Relevant Links & Resources

* Follow Pamela on Instagram and visit her website https://www.pameladsmith.net/.

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* Learn about the How to Speak Life with Your Story Coaching Program for aspiring writers, Sherry's books, and more at https://linktr.ee/sherryspeakslife.

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Take care, be blessed, be safe, and remember, the church is not a building. We are the church!