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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... believe in it . But they must also confess that their dis- belief lies in their opinions and not in their impulses . When some overwhelming need comes upon them , their impulse is still to pray . Modern scepticism has done all that it ...
... believe I began to doubt sometimes the efficacy of prayer , some- times the lawfulness of field sports . Once , too , I recollect when I was taken up with nine other boys at school to be unjustly punished , I prayed to escape the shame ...
... believe but with whom they have no dealings . They have heard of him in the home from childhood and never have entirely escaped the influence of their early teaching about him ; they have heard of him in the church 35 PRAYER AS ...
... believe it who never saw the rings . They believe it , but the rings have no influence upon their lives . They believe it , but they have no personal dealings with the object of their faith . So men think that God is , but they never ...
... believe that God is ; they cannot explain the universe without him ; they are theists , but they main- tain no personal relationships with him . They salute , but they do not speak . They believe in the church , and , espe- cially in ...