God on Mute: Engaging the Silence of Unanswered Prayer

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And at three in the afternoon Jesus cried out in a loud voice, ‘Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?’ (which means ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’)” Introduction Q. What did you find most helpful, inspiring or challenging in what Pete Greig, Gemma Hunt and Bob Sorge shared? There were times…when Sammy’s diagnosis merely stirred up the murkiest shallows of my soul, bringing to the surface my inner cravings for sin, sympathy…” Next week’s session will explore Holy Saturday and the mystery of God’s silence. We’ll be asking the question “Where?” – “Where on earth are you God, when heaven is silent and your son lies dead in the grave?” Q. On the cross Jesus asks God “Why have you forsaken me?” Would anyone be willing to describe a time that you felt abandoned or deserted by God when you needed him most? Leader’s note

Drop us a message if you’d like more information or ideas of how you can get involved where you are. This is the fourth book written by Pete Greig that I have read. There is hardly a sentence that I haven't highlighted! Next week’s session will explore Maundy Thursday and the most basic heart questions we all ask when we suffer: “How am I going to get through this?” sun’s light Ringing me, as though I acted A great role. And the audiences Still; all that close throng Q. What did you find most helpful, inspiring or challenging in what Pete Greig, Gemma Hunt and Alain Emerson shared?Over the years we've lost count of the number of times we've recommended God on Mute to people who are wrestling with doubts and struggling to connect with God in seasons of pain and confusion. It's achingly honest, beautifully crafted and theologically deep--an absolute classic. For both of us, this is one of the most profound and helpful books we've ever read on one of the most essential questions, 'Where is God when it hurts?' (And we're not just saying that because we love Pete!)' Tim and Rachel Hughes, Gas Street, Birmingham, UK, and Worship Central International Q. The Bible articulates the reality of life; the pain and hope coming together. Are there any particular Bible passages that have sustained you during times of trial or struggle? Take time to pause and reflect on Christ of Saint John of the Cross, by Salvador Dali (available online at en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christ_of_Saint_John_of_the_Cross) To prepare for that, and to get the most out of the session, try to read chapters 11-12 of God on Mute. This is also available as an audiobook if you find that easier. Closing prayer Life is hard. Do not be surprised at suffering. The world is fallen, do not expect things to be perfect, adjust your expectations. Do not think: Why me? As if you're immune to human afflictions. Why not me? Christian hope is not to escape from suffering but a deeper relationship with the 'Man of sorrows familiar with suffering' who loves us and lives in us. Believe in God even more than we believe in miracles. We almost always pray for God to remove the negative, rather than to endure the negative with a proper attitude. Yet we should not actively seek suffering! And God hates suffering, one day there will be a new hope.

Spiritual warfare is real. Sometimes we need to stop fighting against God, and start fighting with him against the enemy of our souls To prepare for that, and to get the most out of the session, try to read chapters 13-14 of God on Mute. This is also available as an audiobook if you find that easier. Closing prayer Sin. Because we have areas of disobedience. Are there hidden sins to confess or actions to take to lend power to prayers? Live with integrity. God on Mute” is a book about how to cope when your prayers do not seem to get answered. A different kind of bookIt became clear that although he had a spectacular vision for the next 30 or so years of life on Earth, he had no vision whatsoever for eternity. I suspect that although he was older than me, he had simply not yet been forced to stare for himself into the abyss, wondering, What's next? Written by Pete Greig, How to Pray really is a simple guide for normal people; for anyone who wants to learn more about prayer, those who are just starting out, and it’s the perfect companion for anyone doing The Prayer Course, too! It will evoke a passion for prayer in everyone—the committed follower of Jesus, as well as the sceptic and the scared. Q. Pete Greig says, “God does not leave us to suffer alone” – is this something that you have experienced? Where has God met you in your suffering? Simon in his interview shares about his honest – often angry – prayers to God. What are the things that make it hard to be truly emotionally honest with God?’ Q. In God on Mute Pete Greig says that “God’s silence is not his absence but rather his presence in another form”. In what ways have you experienced God’s presence in the midst of silence in the past?

Founder of 24-7 Prayer Pete Greig steps into the dark side of prayer and emerges with a hard-won message of hope, comfort and profound biblical insight for all who suffer in silence. The fully revised edition of God on Mute, released in 2020 includes a forward from the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, and 40-day devotional suitable for Lent.God’s will: In the book of Isaiah, God says: “My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways.” (Isaiah 55:8) This is a book review of God on Mute by Pete Greig. Pete is an author, pastor, and cofounder of the 24-7 Prayer Movement. This newly revised book with a 40-day devotional was released on Zondervan, in 2007 and 2020, looks at how we can engage the silence of unanswered prayer. Welcome to session 4 of The Prayer Course II: Unanswered Prayer! As usual today we’re going to watch a video, then we’re going to discuss the questions it provokes and finally we’re going to pray together. But even in this crushing silence, there is a way forward. Here is a story of faith, hope, and love beyond all understanding.