The Necessity of Prayer (Devotional Classics) [Audiobook, CD, Unabridged] [Audio CD]

E. M. Bounds (Author), Veronica Murphy (Narrator)

Book Description

Series: Devotional Classics | Publication Date: June 1, 2004

Edward M. Bounds’ practice of prayer and writings upon the topic are like a hearty furnace, stoked and glowing brightly red. Now, others may gather around the luminance of that fire and warm themselves in the glow. The warmth which has spread to millions continues to produce heat and volcanic change.

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From the Back Cover

Some Christians insist that 19th-century American pastor Edward M. Bounds offered a more profound understanding of prayer for modern believers than any other contemporary religious thinker. This classic book on personal communication with God--first published in 1929, after his death, from the voluminous writings he left behind--explores how only prayer that truly comes from the spirit brings faith to Christian lives.

Bounds explores: · prayer and faith · prayer and trust · prayer and desire · prayer and fervency · prayer and importunity · prayer and vigilance · prayer and the word of God · and much more.

Seekers after spiritual succor are sure to find words of wisdom and guidance in this inspirational volume. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

About the Author

A chaplain during the American Civil War, Edward M. Bounds was a prolific writer especially about the importance of prayer in Christian life. After being released as a prisoner of war, Bounds traveled the country as an itinerant pastor, bringing many to the saving grace of Jesus Christ. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: Hovel Audio; Unabridged edition (June 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1596440066
• ISBN-13: 978-1596440067
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #973,262 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Reading For All Who Seek The Face Of God, April 13, 2000

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John Pasquet - See all my reviews

This review is from: Necessity of Prayer: (Paperback)

This is one of the greatest works of a truly profound author. This volume challenges mediocrity in the Christian life at its very core. The reader will come away from it with the certainty that he has sat at the feet of one who has frequented the very throne of God. The reader will also sense a Divine pull on the deepest recesses of his heart, as the author describes the kind of intimacy with God we all long for.

The one who wishes to remain stagnant amidst religious ritual should stay away from this potent medicine, but the one who wishes to remember why we pursue the life we do and longs to regain the heavenly perspective will find a strong welcome antidote against mediocrity and earth-mindedness.

This is a must read for any and all who seek the presence of God.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Necessity Of Prayer, March 31, 2010

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Michael Taylor "Michael Taylor" (Indian Trail NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Necessity of Prayer (Paperback)

"The Necessity Of Prayer" by E.M. Bounds focuses on helping Christians to discover the mystery and majesty of prayer.

Among the points covered include:

1. Only God can move mountains, but prayer and faith move God.
2. Genuine and authentic faith must be free of doubt.
3. Faith is believing God, resting in Him, and trusting in His word.
4. Trust sees God doing things here and now.
5. Prayer must be red hot because God wants warmhearted servants.
6. A person's character and answered prayer are connected.
7. Obedience is more important to God than sacrifice.
8. The Christian soldier must always be have his/her spiritual guard up.
9. Without prayer, the Christian experience and influence will be dry and arid.
10. Many great Bible characters were people of fervent prayer.

A great and encouraging challenge for the Christian to realize the importance of prayer.

Highly recommended.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bounds Is Must Reading, November 3, 2007

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Roy Ingle "The Seeking Disciple" (Lexington, SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Necessity of Prayer: (Paperback)

There are few writers who can travel the soul of man like that of E.M. Bounds. Bounds' works have far impacted the Church since his death in 1913. At the time of Bounds death, he was an unknown former Civil War Southern chaplain who died without any fanfare nor was his death noted across the states. Yet it was his vast wealth on prayer that he left behind that has been the diamond in the rough.

This work called THE NECESSITY OF PRAYER is classic Bounds. Bounds will usally take a text from the Bible and then offer simply meditation on the verse. If you are looking for more detailed study of biblical passages on prayer, I would look elsewhere but if you are looking for a fire in your bones for prayer then by all means you need this book. As the title suggest, Bounds offers us the necessity for prayer. He shows that prayerlessness is a sin (1 Samuel 12:23) and that it is the duty and need of the Church of Jesus Christ to pray (Acts 2:42; 1 Thessalonians 5:17).

I highly recommend this book.