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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... Psalm 107 : 23-28 . Remember those times in your experience or observation when either you or some one else has been thrown back by an emergency upon this natural tendency to pray in a crisis . Consider what it means that this impulse ...
... Psalm , a marvelous description of a storm at sea ends with a verse which reveals the nature of impulsive prayer : " They . . are at their wits ' end . Then they cry unto Jehovah " ( Psalm 107 : 27 , 28 ) . When prayer is left untrained ...
... Psalm 22 : 1-5 . 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 ...
... Psalm , he begins the recital of the victorious outcome : " I will declare thy name unto my brethren : In the midst of the assembly will I praise thee . " May God make us as sensible as this psalmist and give us as real a triumph ! O ...
... Psalm : O God , thou art my God ; earnestly will I seek thee : . Because thy lovingkindness is better than life , My lips shall praise thee . ... My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness ; And my mouth shall praise thee ...