How to Pray When You Don’t Have the Words

Have you ever prayed and still felt restless afterwards? Or maybe you wanted to pray, but you couldn’t find the words? Episode 19 of The Week Ahead Podcast is for you.

Ken Robinson unpacks two powerful promises from Scripture that bring comfort and hope to our prayer life. First, from John 14:27, we’re reminded that Jesus gives us a peace the world can’t offer — a calm that guards our hearts even when circumstances haven’t changed. Prayer isn’t just about getting answers; it’s also about receiving God’s peace in the middle of the waiting.

Second, from Romans 8:26, we learn about the Spirit’s remarkable role in prayer. When words fail, when we don’t know how to express our needs, the Holy Spirit intercedes for us with “wordless groans.” This means you are never alone in prayer. Even your sighs, tears, and silence are carried to the Father.

In this episode, Ken shares how to:

• Experience peace after you pray, even if the situation hasn’t changed.
• Trust the Spirit to pray on your behalf when you feel stuck.
• Let go of the pressure to have the “right words” in prayer.

If you’ve ever struggled with prayer or longed for peace in the middle of life’s uncertainty, this episode will remind you that God is closer than you think — bringing peace to your heart and giving you strength for the week ahead.