Christian prayer often lacks true conviction, an honest belief that these quiet utterances can contribute to advancing God's Kingdom, releasing power, goodness, and peace into a broken, weary world.
In his later books devoted to the subject of prayer, E. M. Bounds contended that prayer is “the greatest work” of the believer, “the battlefield of the Church,” and “the mightiest agent to advance God’s work.”
Civil-War-era Methodist pastor, Edward McKendree Bounds (1835-1913) was an unrivaled expert on the subject of prayer, with nine books to his name published on the topic. The latter part of Bounds’ life was devoted to rising before dawn each morning to pray before writing the words found in these pages. This collection of books is a product of his personal commitment to, and steadfast belief in, prayer.
The Complete Works of E. M. Bounds on Prayer Volume II includes the books: The Reality of Prayer, The Essentials of Prayer, The Necessity of Prayer and The Weapon of Prayer. Through practical and insightful thoughts, Bounds explores how prayer can:
For the doubting believer, Bounds’ passion and wisdom are a breath of fresh air, a call to arms and an invitation to collaborate with Christ in bringing the Kingdom of God to a world in need.
E. M. Bounds (1835-1913) was an American pastor, theologian, clergyman and acclaimed author. Though he served as a chaplain in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War, he was opposed to slavery and was instrumental in spiritual revival in the southern states during Reconstruction. His whole life was committed to the power of prayer. In his eleven published works – only two of which were published prior to his death – he constantly explored the limitless potential to be found at the throne of God. When most people think of Bounds, they think immediately of his constant calls to prayer.