<p><em>The Confessions</em> is a prayer in itself from the beginning of Book I to the ending of Book XIII. Augustine wrote this prayer to give praise and thanks to the all-powerful and all-knowing God for the many wonders manifested in his journey and for the providential designs in his life. In <em>Prayers From the Confessions</em> key prayers are pulled out and arranged by topics for spiritual guidance and aid.&nbsp;</p>