The Necessity and Blessings of Prayer

An Apologetic Call to Communion

By: Alphonsus Liguori

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

How would you describe your prayer life? Saint Paul urges Christians to: “Pray without ceasing.” (1 Thess 5:17) Do you pray without ceasing? Do you thank God for a new day when you rise? Do you ask God to protect you and guide you throughout your day? Do you seek God’s wisdom and courage as you encounter challenges, trials, and opportunities. Do you beg God’s forgiveness when you rebel against him? Do you long to spend more time in the presence of the Lord? Do you praise the “lover of your soul” with your every breath? If you want to do better in this area of your life, you are not alone. Saint Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787) wrote The Necessity and Blessings of Prayer to help believers develop a more intentional, consistent, and powerful prayer life — and, in the process, “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” (2 Peter 3:18) May the Lord “grant you your heart’s desire.” (Ps 20:4)

Highly recommended listen!

Love how St Aphonsus breaks down some of the things related to prayer. Like it’s efficacy and when one is in sin and prays. Wonderful resource :) thank you! 🙏 the narration was well done too!

I love this special Saint and Doctor of the Church

I didn’t care for the computer which does not read in the holy voice in which it was written

Great book for Lent…

This helped me have a better understanding of the power and mysteries of prayer. I recommend it for your spiritual journey.

Truly uplifting

This book is a blessing for anyone seeking spiritual growth. St. Alphonsus’ heartfelt guidance has deepened my understanding on the power of prayer and the intercession of saints. Highly recommended.