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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... speak , language seems to them inadequate to describe the saving and empowering influences of habitual prayer . As in our Christian songs , where we leave the more superficial differences of opinion and go down into the essential spirit ...
... speak that we may hear . Our hearts are before Thee ; open Thou our ears ; let us hasten after Thy voice , and take hold on Thee . Hide not Thy face from us , we beseech Thee , O Lord . Enlarge Thou the narrowness of our souls , that ...
... speak . ” That phrase is a true description of many men's relationship with God . They believe that God is ; they cannot explain the universe without him ; they are theists , but they main- tain no personal relationships with him . They ...
... speak , still I can pray so that God can hear . When I finally pass through the valley of the shadow of death , I expect to pass through it in conversation with him . " O Lord , renew our spirits and draw our hearts unto Thy- self that ...
... speak about , beautiful to contemplate , but hard to believe . How can God care for each of us ? We know the heart of Jesus well enough to understand that he loved every one he met . But God ? How can we make it real to ourselves that ...