| Author |
Bounds, Edward M. (Edward McKendree), 1835-1913 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Dixon, A. C. (Amzi Clarence), 1854-1925 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Head, Albert A. |
| Title |
Power Through Prayer
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Brian Wilson, Chris Pinfield and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Power Through Prayer" by Edward M. Bounds is a theological treatise written in the late 19th century. This influential work emphasizes the critical role of prayer in the life of a minister and the wider church community. The author argues that effective ministry is rooted not in new methods or organizational structures, but in the personal holiness and prayer life of the ministers themselves. The opening of the book introduces the foundational idea that effective prayer is essential for the power and success of preaching. Bounds urges that true spiritual strength arises from a life of prayer, and he warns against superficial or mere routine praying. He asserts that the essence of the preacher's work lies in their character and commitment to God, and that the effectiveness of ministry is directly linked to the depth of a minister's prayer life. Additionally, the forewords by prominent figures highlight the transformative impact of the book, stirring readers to embrace prayer as a powerful, life-changing practice in their spiritual journeys. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship
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| Subject |
Prayer -- Christianity
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65115 |
| Release Date |
Apr 19, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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