As valuable as when they were first published a century ago, Torrey’s two disciple-making classics—How to Pray and How to Study the Bible—encourage believers to grow in the knowledge and love of God. Brimming with practical wisdom, How to Pray describes varieties of biblical “prayer that availeth much.” How to Study the Bible details seven fruitful methods of inductive Bible study. Now together for the first time one book!
R.A. Torrey (1856–1928), an evangelist, author and educator, was a prolific writer with over forty books to his credit. He was a major force in helping shape the Bible school now known as Moody Bible Institute.
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Acts of faith always start with a small “yes”—so how can you get better at hearing his call? Learning from trusted elders and writers in Christianity who walked before us is a fantastic way to begin! Whether you are looking to get more out of Scripture, be challenged by God’s relentless love, or gain a greater understanding for how Jesus reveals himself, the Hendrickson Christian Classics series will inspire and provoke you into a deeper relationship with the Lord.
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Whether you’re a new or longtime believer, get empowered and engaged in your walk with God by these inspirational Christian leaders who endured tremendous hardships, faced extreme persecution, and took consistent steps of faith!
The Hendrickson Christian Classics are for you if you want to:Learn how to experience the Holy Spirit’s presence dailyGet a handle on Christian classics (like The Pilgrim’s Progress and others)Take your understanding of Scripture to a deeper levelImmerse yourself in these spiritual Christian classics!
Dive deep into these amazing masterworks and experience some of the greatest Christian classics, all masterfully narrated by Emmy Award winner Stephen Johnston:
The Pilgrim’s Progress (by John Bunyan)Absolute Surrender (by Andrew Murray)The Practice of the Presence of God (by Brother Lawrence)How to Pray and How to Study the Bible (by R.A. Torrey)Heretics (by G.K. Chesterton)Humility (by Andrew Murray)In His Steps (by Charles Sheldon)The Imitation of Christ (by Thomas a Kempis)The Kneeling Christian (by Albert Richardson)Orthodoxy (by G.K. Chesterton)
R.A. Torrey (1856 - 1928) was the first superintendent of the Moody Bible Institute and dean of the Bible Institute in Los Angeles. Published in 1900, this classic work has guided generations of believers into a more fulfilling prayer life. Based on biblical examples of devotion, it explains the purpose and power of prayer in chapters titled 'Abiding in Christ', "The Importance of Prayer', 'Obeying and Praying,' and 'When to Pray'. The book also teaches believers how to overcome hindrances to prayer and how to set their hearts on compassion, humility, gentleness, kindness and patience.
How to Pray is a gripping call to prayer read in an enlivening style. Pastor, educator, evangelist, and author R.A. Torrey delivers a no-nonsense handbook for praying correctly and receiving answers from God. The book is full of examples, stories, and anecdotes that inwardly compel the listener to pray heartily. Topics covered include the importance of prayer, praying in the Spirit, constancy in prayer, and hindrances to prayer.
How to Pray is a gripping call to prayer read in an enlivening style. Pastor, educator, evangelist, and author R.A. Torrey delivers a no-nonsense handbook for praying correctly and receiving answers from God. The book is full of examples, stories, and anecdotes that inwardly compel the listener to pray heartily. Topics covered include the importance of prayer, praying in the Spirit, constancy in prayer, and hindrances to prayer.
