On My Behalf, Volume II

""On My Behalf: Vol. 2 speaks depth with accessibility to ordinary people. The prayers flow from a heart that has experienced the realities of the struggles and ups and downs of the spiritual journey, yet with a commitment to find God amid it all. All who struggle will find these prayers encouraging and grounding. As a pastor and spiritual director, I found them personally beneficial as well as a great resource in my ministry to others."" - Debbie Swindoll, Founder, Grafted Life Ministries ""I've heard the book of Psalms described as 150 things you can say to God. I would describe Mike's book, On My Behalf: Vol. 2, the same way. He offers a gift to all who long for deeper intimacy with God but who struggle to find words... one hundred and eleven different things we can say to God in the midst of the chaos, confusion, grief, and grit of life. Mike's prayers flow out of his own deep intimacy with the Trinity. But they are also forged in the struggles and anxieties of real life. He doesn't sugarcoat his prayers, but neither does he let this world have the last say. In each prayer we are invited to hold the realities of life in one hand and the hope of the gospel in the other. I appreciate the realness of this book of prayers and I appreciate Mike's vulnerability in sharing some of his prayer life with us, so that our prayers can be deepened as well."" - Rev. Summer Mohrlang, Spiritual Director, Executive Director of SoulFormation ""All I can think to say is, 'WOW!!' Stunning collection of prayers that continually breathe life and resonate within. I found my heart burning as I read. Each prayer was like a step on the road to Emmaus. Thank you!"" - Jamie Greene, Pastor-Spiritual Director, Ignatian Retreat Companion ""On My Behalf: Vol. 2 is a beautifully written collection of prayers for the tender places of the soul-loss, longing, and learning to trust. Michael gives language to prayers many of us feel but struggle to voice, reminding us of God's nearness when words fall short."" - Derek Bareman, Senior Executive Leader, Lead Pastor, Church of the City Spring Hill ""Reading the prayers in On My Behalf: Vol. 2 is both refreshing and life-giving. Each prayer speaks to the soul with honesty and intimacy, making you feel as though the words were your own. This sense of shared faith reminds you that you are not alone on the journey. These prayers inspire authentic conversation with God and encourage deeper reflection. The volume's thoughtful design-complete with serene photographs-creates a contemplative atmosphere that invites you to open your heart fully to God. I look forward to using this book during my own spiritual disciplines and to sharing it with my spiritual direction clients."" - Samuel D. Rima, DMin, PhD, Author of Overcoming the Dark Side of Leadership and Leading from the Inside Out ""On My Behalf: Vol. 2 is a lovely book. Mike's vulnerability as a writer invites the reader into prayer that is honest, open, and trusting, even in the most painful and challenging moments of life."" - Jen Manglos, Spiritual Director, Pilgrimage Guide, Pastor, Writer ""Mike has a gift for hearing the Spirit and putting words to the complex emotions of real life. These prayers have spoken on my behalf and helped me draw nearer to my Heavenly Father."" - Beverly Emerson, MBA, Spiritual Director and Soul-First Leadership(TM) Coach