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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... Thou defendest me : if I be envied , Thou guardest me ; if I hunger , Thou feedest me ; whatso- ever I want Thou givest me . O continue this Thy loving- kindness towards me for ever , that all the world 7 THE NATURALNESS OF PRAYER [ 1-6 ]
... a child and his parents . At first the child wants the parents ' gifts , and thinks of the parents largely in terms of the things which they do for his comfort and pleasure . He is 23 PRAYER AS COMMUNION WITH GOD [ II - 4 ]
... wants . They often are disturbed because this act gives them no help . because it issues in no perceptible result at all . But even a casual acquaintance with the biographies of praying men makes clear that praying is to them a very ...
... want ; and then in contrast , note this real prayer of D. L. Moody : Use me then , my Saviour , for whatever purpose , and in whatever way , Thou mayest require . Here is my poor heart , an empty vessel ; fill it with Thy grace . Here ...
... want . They argue that because he is benign and kindly he will give in to a child's entreaty and do what the child ... wants to do . Consider , in the light of this truth , the prayer of the Master in Gethsemane : Then cometh Jesus ...