Preacher and Prayer

audiobook

Preacher and Prayer

by Edward M. (Edward McKendree) Bounds

EN·~2 hours·20 chapters

Chapters

20 total
1

I.

8:47
2

II.

6:00
3

III.

6:34
4

IV.

6:19
5

V.

6:16
6

VI.

5:23
7

VII.

5:57
8

VIII.

5:31
9

IX.

3:43
10

X.

6:19

Description

In this thoughtful work the author argues that the vitality of the gospel rests not on ever‑new programs or slick organization, but on men whose lives are shaped by prayer and holy character. Drawing on biblical examples—from John the forerunner to Paul—the book shows how a preacher’s personal devotion becomes the conduit through which divine power flows to a congregation. It challenges modern churches to look beyond machinery and to nurture individuals whose hearts are “perfect toward Him,” urging readers to see ministry as an outflow of everyday life rather than a one‑hour performance.

The text blends practical observations with rich spiritual insight, urging clergy and lay leaders alike to make prayer the foundation of their calling. By tracing the link between a preacher’s inner life and the impact of his words, it offers a compelling reminder that true preaching is inseparable from the holiness of the one who preaches. Listeners will come away with a renewed sense of purpose and a clear call to cultivate their own spiritual disciplines.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (118K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2020-10-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Edward M. (Edward McKendree) Bounds

Edward M. (Edward McKendree) Bounds

1835–1913

Best known for his classic writing on prayer, this Methodist pastor and former lawyer wrote with unusual urgency, shaped by ministry, war, and long habits of devotion. Much of his influence grew after his death, when later editions brought his work to a wide Christian readership.

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