The Question Habit: The art of building resilient relationships with God and others one question at a time

You’re sitting across from someone you love, and the conversation has gone flat. You want to go deeper—with your spouse, your friend, your small group, even with God—but you don’t know what to say next.
You’re not alone. And the answer isn’t more advice, louder opinions, or better small talk. It’s simpler than you think.
It’s a question.
The Question Habit is a practical, biblical framework for building resilient relationships through the art of purposeful questions. Grounded in Scripture and filled with warmth and humor, this book will show you that the most powerful thing you can do for any relationship isn’t to speak, it’s to ask.
Jesus asked 288 questions in the Gospels. He didn’t need information. He wanted connection. The Question Habit invites you into that same posture: one of holy curiosity, deep listening, and grace-filled conversation.Inside you’ll discover how to:• Navigate awkward silences with confident, heartfelt engagement
• Uncover the God-designed uniqueness of every person in your life
• Practice question-based mentoring and relational discipleship
• Help others process thoughts and emotions in safe, non-threatening ways
• Strengthen your marriage, parenting, and friendships through deeper listening
• Transform your prayer life by learning to ask (not just tell) God
• Build everyday discipleship rhythms you can start using this week
Written for: Small group leaders, mentors, parents, married couples, Bible study facilitators, pastors, counselors, and anyone tired of surface-level conversations who is ready for heart-level connection.
Each chapter weaves Scripture, personal stories, and practical application so you can put what you learn into practice the same day. Whether you’re navigating a new friendship, leading a Bible study, mentoring a younger believer, or simply longing to connect more deeply with God in prayer, this book meets you right where you are.
With a foreword by Barbara Reaoch (former Director of the Children’s Division of Bible Study Fellowship) and endorsements from leaders across ministry, academia, and the local church, The Question Habit equips you to facilitate grace-filled conversations and go deeper with care.
You don’t have to be an expert. You just have to be willing to ask.Start building the relational life you were made for!
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Also available as an audiobook, read by the author. Listen during your commute, your morning walk, or your quiet time—and let Mandy’s warmth and humor come through in her own voice.
Available in Kindle, paperback, hardcover, and audiobook.
Visit thequestionhabit.com for companion resources, and find Mandy’s podcast at presentlyengaged.com.

From the Publisher

A Book for Curious Christians

You are called and equipped to discover your God-designed uniqueness, cultivate intentional relationships, and mentor with love.

With loving tenacity, you can foster authentic relationships as you discover the why and how behind the what. That’s the power of building a Question Habit!

Take Every Relationship Deeper

Practical tools for building resilient relationships, one question at a time.

The Question Habit will support you as you mentor with questions, facilitate grace-filled conversations, and go deeper with care.

Ready?

About the Author

Mandy Pallock passionately believes that lives will change as people engage with God’s Word!

She’s a writer, speaker, and podcaster. Mandy is happily married to the man of her dreams and they are raising three children together in South Texas.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C872FTSS
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Shribble Publishing
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 15, 2023
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 218 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8988478904
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,951,427 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #4,918 in Christian Discipleship (Books) #5,831 in Christian Family & Relationships #34,831 in Christian Spiritual Growth (Books)
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