I recently spoke at a Christian Growth Conference that had as its theme “Thirst for God.” Three to four hundred “thirsty” people showed up on a Saturday morning to learn how they could satisfy their thirst, and the numbers grew as the day progressed. Many Christians today, it seems, are thirsting for something more than they have found. Tired of learning about God, they want to experience God. And one of the ways they’re seeking to experience God is through prayer—all kinds of prayer:
Alvin J. Vander Griend
Dr. Alvin VanderGriend is the prayer evangelism associate for Harvest Prayer Ministries. He holds degrees from Calvin University (BA, 1958), Calvin Seminary (MDiv, 1961) and Fuller Theological Seminary (DMin, 1982). Alvin began his ministry as a pastor serving three different Christian Reformed churches from 1963 to 1982. He then stepped into an executive role with the Christian Reformed church and served as minister of evangelism resources for 14 years. In 1996 Alvin became director of HOPE Ministries (Houses of Prayer Everywhere) where he developed the Lighthouse strategy, created Lighthouse resources, and provided prayer-evangelism training. He also taught prayer courses at Calvin Theological Seminary. Dr. VanderGriend’s best selling work has been Love to Pray, (2003). He co-founded and is currently the co-chairman of the Denominational Prayer Leader’s Network in the U.S. He also serves as a member of America’s National Prayer Committee.
Last Updated: September 10, 2025
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