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Pray the Word with David Platt

David Platt·1000 episodes

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Short, daily meditations on God’s Word that not only drive us to pray, but drive how we pray. Featuring teacher, author, and pastor David Platt.Learn more at: https://radical.net/podcasts/pray-the-word

Why listen

Pray the Word with David Platt gives you a brief, Scripture-centered prayer prompt every day, usually in about five or six minutes. Each episode focuses on one Bible passage, explains its spiritual weight, and turns it into a guided moment of prayer. It is a strong fit for Christians who want a daily devotional rhythm that is direct, biblical, and easy to fit into a morning routine or commute.

Episodes

4 min
Jun 3, 2026
Daring Faith (Joshua 14:13)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 14:13, David Platt urges us to trust God s promises and boldly obey His Word.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Jun 2, 2026
The God Who Brings Joy in Suffering (Joshua 12:7)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 12:7, David Platt reminds us that God brings joy to those hurting.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
Jun 1, 2026
God's Promises Are For Us (Joshua 11:21–23)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 11:21–23, David Platt calls us to be bold in obeying God regardless of opposition or difficulty.Explore more content from Radical.

6 min
May 31, 2026
Sovereign Over the Universe (Joshua 10:12–14)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 10:12–14, David Platt reminds us that God is sovereign over all things.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 30, 2026
Hope, Obedience & Trust (Joshua 8:1)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 8:1, David Platt encourages us to cling to hope amid life's many challenges.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 29, 2026
Victory Belongs to the Lord (Joshua 6:1–2)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 6:1–2, David Platt reminds us that Christ has secured the ultimate victory over sin and death.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 28, 2026
Sacred Temples (Joshua 5:15)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 5:15, David Platt teaches us the implications of the Holy Spirit's dwelling in our lives.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 27, 2026
Consecrated for Christ (Joshua 3:5)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 3:5, David Platt teaches us how God has set us apart to serve him.Explore more content from Radical.

3 min
May 26, 2026
Trusting God to Lead Us (Joshua 2:24)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 2:24, David Platt calls us to trust God to lead us in our everyday lives.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 25, 2026
Rooted in Scripture (Joshua 1:8)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Joshua 1:8, David Platt challenges us to cultivate the spiritual discipline of meditating on Scripture.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 24, 2026
Knowing God Personally (Deuteronomy 34:10)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 34:10, David Platt teaches us about the privilege of knowing God through Jesus.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 23, 2026
The Lord, Our Rock (Deuteronomy 32:4)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 32:4, David Platt reminds us of God's majesty, strength, and perfect justice.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 22, 2026
Led by the Lord (Deuteronomy 31:8)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 31:8, David Platt reminds us that God goes before us in whatever we might face.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 21, 2026
Choose Life (Deuteronomy 30:15–20)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 30:15–20, David Platt calls believers to walk in the promises of God and spread the life of the gospel.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 20, 2026
The Gift of Understanding (Deuteronomy 29:4)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 29:4, David Platt asks God to give us the gift of understanding that only he can provide.Explore more content from Radical.

3 min
May 19, 2026
Overwhelming Blessing (Deuteronomy 28:2)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 28:2, David Platt highlights obedience to God as the key to living a blessed life.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 18, 2026
The Fulfillment of the Law (Deuteronomy 27:1)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 27:1, David Platt teaches us how Jesus fulfilled the law on our behalf.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 17, 2026
Living God's Word (Deuteronomy 26:16)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 26:16, David Platt invites us to be careful to obey God's Word in everything we do.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 16, 2026
Growing in Righteousness (Deuteronomy 24:10–13)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 24:10–13, David Platt encourages us to grow in righteousness and grace.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 15, 2026
Blessed Amid Adversity (Deuteronomy 23:5)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 23:5, David Platt reminds us how God's redemptive love and power turn curses into blessings.Explore more content from Radical.

3 min
May 14, 2026
Care for the Broken-Hearted (Deuteronomy 22:1)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 22:1, David Platt teaches us how God cares for those who are suffering and afflicted.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 13, 2026
The Curse of Sin (Deuteronomy 21:22–23)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 21:22–23, David Platt explains the punishment Jesus endured on the cross.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 12, 2026
The Living Word (Deuteronomy 18:18)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 18:18, David Platt teaches us that Jesus is the Word made flesh that brings us life.Explore more content from Radical.

6 min
May 11, 2026
Pursuing True Justice (Deuteronomy 16:20)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 16:20, David Platt calls us to conform our lives to that which is biblically right and just.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 10, 2026
Caring for our Neighbors (Deuteronomy 15:4)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 15:4, David Platt emphasizes the importance of being generous towards people in need.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 9, 2026
Relational Wisdom(Deuteronomy 13:6–8)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 13:6–8, David Platt reminds us of the profound spiritual influence of our closest relationshipsExplore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 8, 2026
How to Define Righteousness (Deuteronomy 12:8)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 12:8, David Platt warns against living according to our own subjective sense of right and wrong.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
May 7, 2026
From One Generation To The Next (Deuteronomy 11:2)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 11:2, David Platt reminds us to pass God's Word on to our children.Explore more content from Radical.

6 min
May 6, 2026
Pilgrims & Strangers (Deuteronomy 10:17–19)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 10:17–19, David Platt reminds us to be wise as we show God's love to immigrants and refugees.Explore more content from Radical.

6 min
May 5, 2026
Faithful Intercession (Deuteronomy 9:25)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 9:25, David Platt calls us to persistent, humble intercession for others.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 4, 2026
Chosen & Treasured (Deuteronomy 7:6)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 7:6, David Platt reminds us that God chose us because of His mercy, not our merit.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 3, 2026
Bound by Truth (Deuteronomy 6:8)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 6:8, David Platt challenges us to keep our eyes on God's Word in all that we do.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 2, 2026
A Life of Obedience (Deuteronomy 5:33)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 5:33, David Platt encourages us to live according to God's Word.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
May 1, 2026
God's Glory in Every Nation (Deuteronomy 4:5–8)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 4:5–8, David Platt teaches us the ultimate purpose of God's Word.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 30, 2026
Faithful and Mighty (Deuteronomy 3:24)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 3:24, David Platt explains how God's faithfulness creates holy anticipation for our future.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 29, 2026
Strength to Go to the Nations (Deuteronomy 2:25)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Deuteronomy 2:25, David Platt encourages us to depend on God as we take the gospel to the nations.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 28, 2026
Marriage & Family (Numbers 36:6)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 36:6, David Platt discusses God's authority over marriage and family.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 27, 2026
Living Temples (Numbers 35:34)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 35:34, David Platt explains what it means to honor God as temples of his Spirit.Explore more content from Radical.

6 min
Apr 26, 2026
Heirs of the Promises (Numbers 34:29)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 34:29, David Platt motivates us to praise the Lord for He is always faithful to His promises.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 25, 2026
Sin, Confession, and God's Grace (Numbers 32:23)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 32:23, David Platt reflects on the sobering spiritual reality that sin cannot be hidden forever.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 24, 2026
Vengeance & Justice (Numbers 31:1–2)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 31:1–2, David Platt reminds us that God is the ultimate judge who will bring final justice and vindication.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 23, 2026
A Prayer for Marriages (Numbers 30:16)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 30:16, David Platt prays for the sanctity, health, and gospel-centeredness of marriages.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 22, 2026
The Scent of Worship (Numbers 28:8)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 28:8, David Platt asks God to make our thoughts, words, and actions pleasing to Him.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 21, 2026
Spirit-Led Influence (Numbers 27:18)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 27:18, David Platt calls us to lead and influence others out of the overflow of the Spirit in us.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
Apr 20, 2026
Obedience & Blessing (Numbers 26:64–65)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 26:64–65, David Platt teaches us about the nature of blessings that result from obedience.Explore more content from Radical.

4 min
Apr 19, 2026
A Jealous God (Numbers 25:10–11)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 25:10–11, David Platt explains the difference between our jealousy and God's jealousy.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 18, 2026
Our Unchanging God (Numbers 23:19)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 23:19, David Platt reminds us that we can confidently place our hope and trust in God rather than in our own strength.Explore more content from Radical.

6 min
Apr 17, 2026
Proclaim His Truth (Numbers 22:38)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 22:38, David Platt challenges us to share the same truth that reached and saved us.Secret Church happens once a year, inspired by believers who gather at great cost. On April 17, over 50,000 believers from around the world will come together online to study the life of Elijah, pray for persecuted Christians and act together to make Jesus known among unreached places in the world. If you're able, we hope you join us. Register at radical.net/secretchurch.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 16, 2026
As the Serpent in the Wilderness (Numbers 21:4–9)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 21:4–9, David Platt highlights salvation through faith in Jesus' sacrifice on the cross.Secret Church happens once a year, inspired by believers who gather at great cost. On April 17, over 50,000 believers from around the world will come together online to study the life of Elijah, pray for persecuted Christians and act together to make Jesus known among unreached places in the world. If you're able, we hope you join us. Register at radical.net/secretchurch.Explore more content from Radical.

5 min
Apr 15, 2026
Reverence & Reliance (Numbers 20:12)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 20:12, David Platt calls us to live for the honor of God’s name. Secret Church happens once a year, inspired by believers who gather at great cost. On April 17, over 50,000 believers from around the world will come together online to study the life of Elijah, pray for persecuted Christians and act together to make Jesus known among unreached places in the world. If you're able, we hope you join us. Register at radical.net/secretchurch.Explore more content from Radical.