
A vivid portrait unfolds of a man whose life was defined by ceaseless prayer, a minister whose devotion eclipsed even the most celebrated preachers of his era. Through intimate letters and recollections, listeners hear of his humble daily rhythm—kneeling for hours, writing fervent meditations, and interceding for friends and foes alike—while glimpsing the quiet power that set him apart from the bustling world of the pulpit. His story is woven with striking contrasts to a contemporary evangelist, highlighting a partnership of faith that reshaped a generation’s understanding of devotion.
From this heartfelt introduction the work expands into a rich tapestry of biblical exemplars, guiding the ear through the prayer lives of Abraham, Moses, Elijah, and other ancient saints. Each chapter offers concise, insightful reflections on how their earnest petitions shaped history and still reverberate today. Listeners are invited to discover timeless principles of prayer, drawn from both a modern devotee’s experience and the storied prayers of the Old Testament.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (192K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United Kingdom: Hodder and Stoughton Limited, 1921.
Credits
Brian Wilson, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2023-04-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1835–1913
Best known for his classic writings on prayer, this 19th-century Methodist pastor wrote with unusual urgency and warmth about the inner life. His books have continued to encourage readers who want a deeper, more serious practice of prayer.
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