Book Review: Don’t Stop Praying by Matthew West

My husband and I recently read Don’t Stop Praying by Matthew West, and we truly enjoyed it. There were several things that stood out to us throughout the book, but most of all, we feel this is a wonderful read for anyone looking to strengthen or deepen their prayer life.

One of the things we appreciated most is how well the book is structured. The chapters are short, easy to follow, and filled with meaningful challenges and reflection opportunities. There is even space for journaling, which makes the book feel very personal and interactive. It can easily be read straight through from beginning to end, or it can be used as a daily devotional-style prayer guide to read and apply one day at a time.

What really connected with both of us was the way Matthew West incorporated Scripture and biblical truths into real-life situations and personal experiences. His writing feels authentic, relatable, and encouraging. Rather than simply talking about prayer, he shows how prayer can truly become part of everyday life — during difficult seasons, joyful moments, uncertain times, and ordinary daily routines.

We also loved how the book explored different settings and occasions for prayer. It reminded us that prayer does not have to be formal or complicated. Prayer can happen anywhere, at any time, and in every season of life.

Overall, Don’t Stop Praying is uplifting, encouraging, and easy to connect with. Whether you are someone with a strong prayer life already or someone trying to become more intentional about prayer, this book offers inspiration, practical guidance, and heartfelt encouragement along the way.

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ABOUT THE BOOK: Sharing personal insights from Matthew's faith journey and a Bible-based exploration of the power and meaning of prayer, Don't Stop Praying aims to help readers rediscover the thriving, intimate, and bold prayer life that Jesus desires for us. As Christians, we don't embrace the central truth of our faith that prayer actually changes the world - our conversations with God have an impact on eternity. Author and Grammy nominated songwriter, Matthew West, invites his readers to join him in an exploration of prayer sparked by the personal realization that over the course of his lifetime he has "become really good at talking about Jesus instead of talking to Him." Don't Stop Praying includes Biblical examples that teach us how to pray, when to pray, and what to pray for; prayer challenges and thought-provoking questions to be used in prayer groups or with a prayer partner; different types of prayers available to readers and offer models of different prayers; and Matthew's trademark humor and storytelling. We face challenges and difficult questions of grief and desperation, but the truth is, we are people of prayer.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Matthew West has built his career as a revered storyteller. The five-time GRAMMY nominee, dubbed by Billboard as "one of Christian music's most prolific singer-songwriters," has been awarded multiple RIAA Gold and Platinum certifications, notched 30 number one songs combined as an artist and songwriter, and has more than 250 songwriting credits to his name. Matthew is passionate about providing hope and healing through the power of prayer and story. My Story Your Glory marks his seventh book following: Give This Christmas Away, The Story Of Your Life, Forgiveness, Today Is Day One, Hello, My Name Is and The God Who Stays. The new 30-day devotional was inspired by his 22-track album of the same title which was released in 2023. Matthew and his wife, Emily, live in Nashville with their two daughters, Lulu and Delaney.