
This volume tackles a timeless question: does God hear the prayers of everyone, or only those who fit a particular notion of faith? Using varied testimonies—from repentant sinners to steadfast believers—the author explores how sincerity and spiritual alignment shape the response to prayer. The narrative stays grounded in real experiences rather than abstract theory.
One striking account follows a psychologist who deliberately set out to “place his soul in communion with God.” He listed his sins, entered deep meditation, and described a sudden confidence and sense of triumph as his spirit seemed to tune itself to the divine. This blend of methodical inquiry and personal devotion illustrates the book’s practical approach.
The author suggests that effective prayer hinges less on status and more on cultivating a harmonious relationship with the Spirit. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own prayer life, embrace humility, and consider simple steps toward inner alignment. The work offers both comfort and a gentle challenge for anyone seeking a deeper divine connection.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (65K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Karina Aleksandrova and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2011-08-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1843–1925
A preacher, lecturer, and educator, he became one of the best-known public speakers of his day and turned his belief in practical opportunity into lasting work in Philadelphia. He is remembered above all for founding Temple University and for the enormously popular lecture "Acres of Diamonds."
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