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Nerida and Alison explore the Lord's Prayer, not as a rote recitation but as a living, relational conversation Jesus modelled for His disciples. They unpack the beautiful progression woven through it - from worship and surrender, to daily dependence, repentance, forgiveness, protection, and adoration - all flowing from the foundation of God as our loving Father. Alison shares a touching lunchbox analogy to illustrate daily provision, and both women reflect on forgiveness as a choice that benefits our own wellbeing as much as it releases others. The episode closes with a heartfelt prayer that listeners' prayer lives would be transformed as they engage with Jesus' pattern for prayer as a genuine relationship with God. This podcast has been brought to you by Rhema Media Inc. For more, check out the Privilege of Prayer page on rhema.co.nz. Produced using AI tools under human supervision. Support The Privilege of Prayer: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus regularly withdrew from the noise and the crowds to spend time alone with the Father. What can His example teach us about our own prayer lives? In this episode of The Privilege of Prayer, Nerida Ashcroft and Alison Shaw explore the practice of private prayer and why it matters. She encourages listeners to follow Jesus' example by intentionally carving out time and space to draw near to God, away from distraction, to refresh, re-centre, and reconnect with Him. Whether your days feel packed or your prayer life feels neglected, this episode is an invitation to make room for that quiet, personal time with God. Support The Privilege of Prayer: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who are you, really, in God's eyes? In this episode of The Privilege of Prayer, Nerida Ashcroft and Alison Shaw dig into the stories we tell ourselves, the ones shaped by negative self-talk, past experiences, and other people's opinions, and hold them up against what God actually says about us. They explore what it means to build our identity not on performance, feelings, or approval, but on the truth that in God's eyes, we are wanted, adopted, and fully loved. This is a conversation about rewiring the narrative and letting that truth transform the way we come to God in prayer. Support The Privilege of Prayer: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What comes to mind when you picture God, and where did that picture come from? In this episode of The Privilege of Prayer, Nerida Ashcroft and Alison Shaw explore how childhood experiences, life events, and even well-meaning teaching can quietly distort our view of who God is. Whether we picture Him as distant, disappointed, or demanding, those images shape the way we approach Him in prayer, often without us realising it. Nerida and Alison unpack why we can't put God in a box built from our own experiences, and how Scripture invites us into a fresh, ongoing revelation of His true character. If your view of God feels small, painful, or incomplete, this episode is an invitation to let Him redefine it. Support The Privilege of Prayer: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is your prayer life shaped by what you know about God, or by actually knowing Him? In this episode of The Privilege of Prayer, Nerida Ashcroft and Alison Shaw dig into a question that changes everything: are we asking God for things, or are we actually pursuing a relationship with Him? Prayer isn't just a list of requests. It's an invitation to know God personally, the way you'd know a close friend rather than a distant acquaintance. Nerida and Alison explore what it looks like to move from knowing facts about God to genuinely knowing Him, and how that shift reshapes not just what we pray for, but why we pray at all. They share honest reflections on their own journeys with God, the moments that deepened their trust in Him, and what our prayers can reveal about the true state of our relationship with Him. Whether you feel like you know God well or you're still figuring out who He is to you, come and join the conversation. Support The Privilege of Prayer: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes prayer can feel like a duty, but what if it's actually an invitation? In this first episode of The Privilege of Prayer, Nerida Ashcroft and Alison Shaw explore one of the most fundamental questions of the Christian life: what is prayer, really? Drawing on decades of walking with Jesus, Nerida and Alison unpack why prayer isn't about formulas, rituals, or the right words, but about a genuine relationship with God; one built on trust, honesty, and time spent together. They dig into Ephesians 6:18 and what it means to pray "on all occasions, with all kinds of prayers," from everyday small talk with God to the heartfelt cries that come out of our darkest moments. Along the way they share honest stories from their own lives, reflect on the beauty of praying authentically in your own voice, and offer encouragement for anyone who finds prayer difficult or simply doesn't know where to start. Whether your prayer life feels like a desert or a garden, come and join us. Support The Privilege of Prayer: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What changes when we see prayer as a privilege rather than just ticking a box? Well, let's break that down, shall we? So in our podcast, we're going to strip away the formality and talk about how to build a vibrant and authentic connection with God that actually fits into our everyday lives. So whether you're a prayer warrior or someone who doesn't even know where to start, this conversation is for you. Welcome to the Privilege of Prayer. Support The Privilege of Prayer: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.