The Meaning of PrayerAssociation Press, 1917 - 196 sayfa Harry Emerson Fosdick's investigation into prayer is presented as a course for the reader to undertake over a total of ten weeks, that they become familiar with the truths, facets and dimensions of praying. First published in 1917, this book continues to inspire and motivate many Christians to this day. We receive an explanation of what prayer is meant to accomplish, how it brings God's attention to the individual and allows Him to give nurture and favor. Quotations in the Biblical scripture provide further clarity, showing the reader how prayer plays a crucial role in becoming closer to the Lord. Fosdick also accounts for the hardships that many who embark on prayer encounter. Keeping one's attention on God is important, for evil thoughts and diversions can rob any Christian - even a seasoned believer - of the mindfulness required to pray correctly. The author determines that good deeds and thoughts between one's daily prayers are crucial, lest the believer find himself astray. The author is careful to provide daily exercises spread over the course of ten weeks. Perfect for introducing structure to your daily observances, or for discovering or returning to the Christian fold, this book offers readers a chance to develop their prayer and deepen their understanding of this vital practice. The conclusion of the book has a number of recommended works appended, that the Christian may continue his investigations. |
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... CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATIONS The Bible Text used in this volume is taken from the American Standard Edition of the Revised Bible , copyright 1901 , by Thomas Nelson & Sons , and is used by permission . To FLORENCE WHITNEY FOSDICK INTRODUCTION ...
... Christians is that we are producing Christian activities faster than we are producing Christian experience and Christian faith ; that the discipline of our souls and the deepening of our acquaintance with God are not proving ...
... Christ . Amen . - Samuel Johnson ( 1709-1784 ) . Second Day , First Week Epictetus was a non - Christian philosopher and yet listen to him : " When thou hast shut thy door and darkened thy room , say not to thyself that thou art alone ...
... Christian sermon , remarked to her neighbor , " There ! I always told you that there ought to be a God like that . " Somewhere in every man there is the capacity for worship and prayer , for the apprehension of God and the love of him ...
... Christ's sake . Amen.-E. Hawkins ( 1789-1882 ) . Fourth Day , First Week H. Clay Trumbull tells us that a soldier in the Civil War , wounded in a terrific battle at Fort Wagner , was asked by an army chaplain , " Do you ever pray ? [ 1 ...