In this follow-up to our first conversation on The Prayer Practice, we move beyond the pulpit and into the heart of the community.
This week, Meiko (Uncommon City) and Caleb (Eden Church) sit down with Alyssa, a birth worker and justice practitioner in St. Petersburg, to talk about what it’s like to live prayer in real time. This isn’t theory—this is prayer in the tension of transition, grief, joy, and daily chaos. Together, they explore what it means to pray without polished words, to write laments when life breaks open, and to meet God in the in-between.
You’ll hear:
How Alyssa’s understanding of prayer has shifted over the last few weeks
Why silence, journaling, and community have become sacred spaces
A raw reflection on lament as strength, not weakness
The internal and external resistance we all face in prayer
How we know God hears us—even when we’re unsure what to say
Whether you’re a seasoned pray-er or just learning to sit in stillness, this episode invites you to bring your whole self to God, especially the parts that feel loud, tired, or uncertain.
Mentioned in this episode:
Psalm 139
Journaling as prayer
Lament as an act of courage
Protecting the “first 45” minutes of your day
The invitation to honesty over perfection
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