The Meaning of PrayerAssociation Press, 1915 - 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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... Note how this prayer takes for granted that any stranger coming from anywhere on earth is likely to be a praying man . Let us say to ourselves on this first day of our study , that in dealing with prayer we are dealing , as THE ...
... note , is accurately described in Cardinal Mercier's famous pastoral letter : " Men long unaccustomed to prayer are turning again to God . Within the army , within the civil world , in public , and within the individual conscience there ...
... Note the three troubles which this psalmist has been having with prayer . He cannot make God seem real to him ; his prayer brings him no relief in his difficulties ; and even persistency in prayer accomplishes nothing . Then he remem ...
... note , and the favorite hymns are " The Son of God goes forth to war , " " Soldiers of Christ arise , " and their kind . Our failure in prayer is partly due to the prevailing temper of our generation , which in its splendid enthusiasm ...
... Note the change of prayer from " Give me " to " Make me . " Whether through experience of sin or sorrow or hard prac- tical struggle we come to a real maturity , we always tend to grow out of crying to God " Give me " into the deeper ...