Prayer and praying men
by OpenStories
Original author: Edward M. Bounds
"Prayer and Praying Men" by Edward M. Bounds is a devotional work written in the early 20th century. The book explores the significance of prayer, highlighting its transformative power in the lives of biblical figures. Bounds aims to present a compelling case for the necessity of prayer and its impact on the believer’s relationship with God. The beginning of this work introduces the author’s deep reverence for prayer as a vital spiritual practice. Bounds acknowledges key praying figures from the Old Testament, such as Joshua, Jacob, Hannah, and Moses, highlighting their fervent prayers and the divine responses that followed. He discusses how their persistent entreaties influenced their lives and the lives of their communities, setting the stage for a thorough examination of various biblical praying saints throughout the text. This opening sets a tone of reverence and urgency, suggesting that prayer is not merely a ritual but a powerful force for change and divine intervention.
Prayer and praying men, by Edward M. Bounds. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #70657.
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17 Chapters
- 1.Introduction899 words
- 2.Chapter I: Praying Saints of the Old Testaments1,837 words
- 3.Chapter II: Praying Saints of the Old Testaments1,793 words
- 4.Chapter III: Abraham, the Man of Prayer861 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Moses, the Mighty Intercessor2,061 words
- 6.Chapter V: Elijah, the Praying Prophet2,794 words
- 7.Chapter VI: Hezekiah, the Praying King2,646 words
- 8.Chapter VII: Ezra, the Praying Reformer1,190 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Nehemiah, the Praying Builder1,702 words
- 10.Chapter IX: Samuel, the Child of Prayer1,978 words
- 11.Chapter X: Daniel, the Praying Captive1,740 words
- 12.Chapter XI: Faith of Sinners in Prayer2,230 words
- 13.Chapter XII: Paul, the Teacher of Prayer3,127 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: Paul and His Praying2,334 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Paul and His Praying2,530 words
- 16.Chapter XV: Paul and His Requests for Prayer1,861 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: Paul and His Requests for Prayer2,358 words