The Hour That Changes the World [Paperback]

Dick Eastman (Author)

Book Description

Series: Direction Books | Publication Date: June 1986

This is a practical plan for personal prayer containing suggestions for every Christian who wants to improve his prayer life and to change the world around him. Eastman's plan divides an hour into twelve five-minute "points of focus" as a means of aiding any sincere Christian in the development of a consistent daily devotional habit.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Baker Pub Group (June 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801033373
• ISBN-13: 978-0801033377
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.2 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #310,528 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #100 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Religion & Spirituality > Spirituality > Prayer

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A turning point, January 23, 2001

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Vincent R. Corvaia "yourpalvince" (Maine, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Hour That Changes the World (Paperback)

What more can I say than this: As a sort of agnostic who did believe in Christ but didn't have him in my heart, I took this practical little book aside and began an hour-long prayer vigil using Eastman's outline as a guide. Before thirty minutes had passed, Christ changed my life and my character permanently. That was nine years ago. I'm not perfect, but I do know Jesus in a way I never did before.

I know God uses all sorts of vessels to come into people's hearts, but I can personally vouch for this one.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The singlemost important book on prayer you can read., February 17, 1999

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Peter Alexander - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Hour That Changes the World (Paperback)

Unlike most books on prayer which admonish the benefits of it, Eastman's book fulfills the request, "Teach us to pray." In a simple step-by-step approach, Eastman teaches the Christian how to pray, and not just for himself, but others, too. Built into Eastman's 12 steps are a worship praise period, Scripture reading and Scripture praying, learning how to pray for others and yourself more effectively. Christians experiencing depression will find it breaking up as they learn to get out of themselves, become other oriented, and pray for others. The Hour That Changes The World takes you from an activity to a relationship with the Living God.

Peter Alexander CEO Alexander Publishing

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Prayer is Power, October 30, 2003

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Dr. W. G. Covington, Jr. (Edinboro, Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Hour That Changes the World (Paperback)

At the outset, Eastman warns us not to become a slave to any system of prayer, but at the same time he offers a systematic approach that helps a person gain a better focus while praying. That is a wise word for the study that follows. He presents a prayer clock, broken down into segments. It isn't meant to be rigidly followed, but serve as a guide to be alterated as appropriate.

He starts with priase, adoring God for Who He is and for what He has done. The prayer of Jesus, the Lord's prayer is the model for this type of prayer. It is in this act that we shift the emphasis from self to God.

The second segment looks at waiting on God in silent reverence. He cites historical examples of people of action, who had cultivated this art masterfully.

He continues with confession, praying the Scriptures, watching, intercession, and so on. Reading this book can help you "love the Lord your God will all your mind." It increases prayer effectiveness by enhancing your spiritual awareness.