Ask God: My 30-Day Experiment with Prayer and Its Potential to Answer Yours

by Kyle L.B. Morey

It could have been easy for someone who walks the talk as Kyle does to appear holier than thou. He never does. It could have become preachy, but it didn’t. And it might have appeared contrived or become gimmicky, but it is obviously genuine and authentic. While deeply devotional in nature, the book is, at the same time, methodical, almost scientific, in its approach to self-awakening to the loving presence of and passion for Christ. It offers easy-to-follow steps to awareness readers can apply in their own lives. Some may be challenging while many are as simple as remembering to bless someone with a smile. All produce positive, uplifting results. Kyle unabashedly talks about his family, his faith, his quirks and his foibles. He shares about mundane matters like working with an audit or deeply personal things like dealing with one of his young daughters or apologizing to his wife. He shows by example and through the power of prayer how to bring spiritual principles into practice in everyday life. He makes real the idea that we can actually walk with God. In fact, as Kyle says, “The primary principle of this 30-day experiment and book is God is with you especially during trying times, and especially when you are trying.” It is fitting that the book concludes on the theme of forgiveness as a powerful practice and with a blessing that comes through Kyle, but the source of which you can decide for yourself. It is a book for those of any faith, of little faith, or of no current faith but who hold a curiosity about what it might be like to live with God as a constant companion. It is a book that can be read a chapter at a time for 30 days or savored for a year or a lifetime. In the end, it is a labor of love and service”"and it was written for you.

430 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 12, 2016

Reviews

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

30 days with God

A very interesting read. I enjoyed going through his thought processes as to why he picked his daily topics. Kyle's discussions and most of all his questions to us readers, challenged me to think about my faith and relationship with God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit!

[Claudia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kyle Morey takes a 30-day journey with God and brings us along! In his first book, Ask God: My 30-day Experiment with Prayer and Its Potential to Answer Yours, Kyle takes real-life stories and applies scriptural truth to weave a transparent, humble and honest story. He takes personal experiences and shares his own vulnerability all while being a diligent steward of the doctrinal truths he shares.

Every day, after doing his “spiritual warmups (music, prayer and scripture study)”, Kyle asked God what message He had for the readers. He then faithfully wrote what he felt the Lord had for him to share each day.

The stories Morey shares are drawn from his own life experiences as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, CEO, husband, and father of five. His insights resonated with me on many levels. We all face many challenges, and Kyle offers much life-changing insight into overcoming obstacles by turning to the Ultimate Source of Wisdom for guidance—always pointing us, the “dear readers”, to that Source.

Morey uses many rhetorical styles, but one of the most effective is his use of questions. He writes:

Why immersion in water? Can anyone baptize? What is the symbolism behind this ancient practice? Is your baptism legitimate? Is mine? What about my friends, ancestors and others who didn’t know about baptism—or Christ, for that matter? Are they doomed to know a lesser fate? These are all great questions, perhaps the most important questions you will ever ask—if you truly believe that baptism is vital to yours and the world’s redemption.

Kyle Morey does an excellent job of giving us a glimpse into his life of devoted service to his fellow beings, and he doesn’t hide the fact that he isn’t perfect. I love the courage it took to write this book! Thank you, Kyle!

[Jason · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading through Kyle's experiences, both in life and with God, has brought insight and deeper purpose in my life.

As I have felt lost, this book has given me applicable thoughts on how I can be a better father, a better husband, find a stronger connection with God. Definitely worth taking some time to read.

[Jill · Rating 2 out of 5]

DnF
I have tried to read this twice and I just cannot finish it. I think some may like it but I didn't.

[Casey Morey · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a powerful and spiritual book. When you don't feel like you are on the right path you should read this book. This is a self help book and it has helped me. I love this book it helps me feel closer to my Heavenly Father!