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Each week they unpack what it actually looks like to talk with God through honest conversation, personal stories, and the timeless truth of the Bible.

Whether your prayer life feels like a desert or a garden, there's a seat at the table for you.

]]> episodic Prayer can often feel like a duty, but Nerida Ashcroft and Alison Shaw see it as a profound privilege. Each week they unpack what it actually looks like to talk with God through honest conversation, personal stories, and the timeless truth of the Bible. Whether your prayer life feels like a desert or a garden, there's a seat at the table for you. Rhema Media podcasts@rhemamedia.co.nz Rhema Media clean https://www.omnycontent.com/d/programs/ee36543c-52ca-418c-b566-aeae0019845a/a36414cf-31e6-479a-a1d0-b47f002bff02/image.jpg?t=1783305745&size=Large Privilege of Prayer https://www.rhema.co.nz/ How Well Do You Know God? How Well Do You Know God? 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.

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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.

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]]> full 2 Rhema Media 49398374-5157-4a98-830f-b48d000250ef 49398374-5157-4a98-830f-b48d000250ef Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:59:00 +0000 645 https://omny.fm/shows/privilege-of-prayer/how-well-do-you-know-god What is Prayer? No Rules, No Formula, Just Relationship What is Prayer? No Rules, No Formula, Just Relationship 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.

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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.

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]]> full 1 Rhema Media 92f3f4c9-60e8-405f-8d92-b48c0189e807 92f3f4c9-60e8-405f-8d92-b48c0189e807 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:54:23 +0000 804 https://omny.fm/shows/privilege-of-prayer/what-is-prayer-no-rules-no-formula-just-relationship Privilege of Prayer Trailer Privilege of Prayer Trailer 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.

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