Audiobooks by E.M. Bounds

The Necessity of Prayer: Why Christians Ought to Pray

And all things, whatever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive. – Matthew 21:22 Persistent prayer is a mighty movement of the soul toward God, and it stirs the deepest forces of the soul toward the throne of heavenly grace. It is the ability to hold on, press on, and wait. Restless desire, restful patience, and strength of grasp are all embraced in it. Prayer is not an incident or a performance but a passion of soul. It is not a want or half-needed desire but a sheer necessity. About the Author Edward McKendree Bounds was born in Shelby County, Missouri, on August 15, 1835, and died on August 24, 1913, in Washington, Georgia. He was admitted to the bar in 1854 at the age of nineteen, but left the profession five years later when he answered the call of God to the ministry. Beginning in 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, he became the chaplain of the Fifth Missouri Regiment of the Confederacy. Bounds married Miss Emmie Barnett of Eufaula, Alabama, in 1876. By this union, he became the father of two daughters, Celeste and Corneille, and a son, Edward, who died at the age of six. His wife Emmie died in 1886, and later Bounds married Miss Hattie Barnett, Emmie’s cousin. Together they had six children: Samuel, Charles, Osborne, Elizabeth, Mary, and Emmie. However, Charles died at the age of one, so in the end, the family consisted of seven children. After serving several important churches in St. Louis and other places to the south, Bounds became editor of the St. Louis Christian Advocate for eight years and, later, associate editor of The Nashville Christian Advocate for four years. The trial of his faith came while he was in Nashville, and he quietly retired to his home without even asking for a pension. His principal work in Washington, Georgia (his home), was rising at four o’clock in the morning and praying until seven o’clock. He filled a few engagements as an evangelist during the eighteen years of his life work in Washington, Georgia.

E.M. Bounds (Author), Reed Smith (Narrator)

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The Weapon of Prayer

One of Bounds' last published works, The Weapon of Prayer, emphasizes his belief that seeing God's power, experiencing His miracles, and participating in His works relies on dedicated prayer. While receiving prayers is important to God, this communication is crucial for His people. Prayer is not only a religious responsibility, but it is also worship, growth, power, and the Christian's lifeline. Bounds encourages Christians to practice and sharpen this weapon of strength in order to fully appreciate the gifts that can come from God. This series, published by ONE audiobooks, seeks to produce Classic Christian titles read by well known and loved audiobook narrators. ONE takes great care to cast these titles with readers who will provide an unmatched listening experience for these important works. Tim Dixon brings his passion to every performance and is considered to be one of the top audiobook narrators in the industry.

E. M. Bounds, E.M. Bounds (Author), Tim Dixon, Tim H. Dixon (Narrator)

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Preacher & Prayer

In Preacher & Prayer, Bounds explains that prayer is the key to deeper, more impactful sermons as well as a life that is more genuine and modeled after Christ. Focusing on anything else leads to superficial sermons, tainted intentions, and a weak understanding of God. E.M. Bounds cites great men of God and their emphasis on consistent and intentional prayer. A pastor's prayer life should be always growing - gaining depth and knowledge in time spent with God. This series, published by ONE audiobooks, seeks to produce Classic Christian titles read by well known and loved audiobook narrators. ONE takes great care to cast these titles with readers who will provide an unmatched listening experience for these important works. Tim Dixon brings his passion to every performance and is considered to be one of the top audiobook narrators in the industry.

E. M. Bounds, E.M. Bounds (Author), Tim Dixon, Tim H. Dixon (Narrator)

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The Possibilities of Prayer

E.M. Bounds encourages Christians to pray big and to pray often. Focusing on the unlimited power that comes from prayer, Bounds emphasizes the importance of continuous and sincere prayer and implores Christians to not be afraid to ask God for anything. In The Possibilities of Prayer, he provides guidelines for cultivating a healthy and effective prayer life. Walking through God's promises, God's care, and His interest in even the smallest aspects of life, Bounds argues for detailed and specific prayers. This book demands faith in God's promises and in the power of simply asking a powerful God to intervene. This series, published by ONE audiobooks, seeks to produce Classic Christian titles read by well known and loved audiobook narrators. ONE takes great care to cast these titles with readers who will provide an unmatched listening experience for these important works. Tim Dixon brings his passion to every performance and is considered to be one of the top audiobook narrators in the industry.

E. M. Bounds, E.M. Bounds (Author), Tim Dixon, Tim H. Dixon (Narrator)

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Prayer and Praying Men

Many followers of Christ find it discouraging trying to maintain an active prayer life and end up letting that discipline fall to the side. E.M. Bounds, a dedicated prayer warrior himself, shows how much God does listen to prayer and how greatly He desires that His children reach out to Him. In Prayer and Praying Men, Bounds shows biblical examples of the effects of prayer in the lives of powerful men. He demonstrates the immense importance it has on their spiritual health as well as the direct impact it has on their lives and their experiences. Through genuine encouragement and real proof, Bounds urges Christians to grow closer to God and face life's challenges with Him through prayer. This series, published by ONE audiobooks, seeks to produce Classic Christian titles read by well known and loved audiobook narrators. ONE takes great care to cast these titles with readers who will provide an unmatched listening experience for these important works. Tim Dixon brings his passion to every performance and is considered to be one of the top audiobook narrators in the industry.

E. M. Bounds, E.M. Bounds (Author), Tim Dixon, Tim H. Dixon (Narrator)

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The Essentials of Prayer

Talking to God is essential to Christianity and to having a relationship with our Father. E. M. Bounds speaks to this crucial aspect of faith and discusses its relation to our entire being. As God requires complete surrender to Him, our communication with Him must reflect that as well. Bounds elaborates that holiness is wholeness, and prayer speaks to the condition of the mind, body, and soul of each person. Every time we pray, it is an opportunity to know God in a deeper and more complete way. This study illuminates prayer in a unique way that also encourages Christians to pray and to pray well. Bounds inspires not only a better prayer life but also a deeper understanding of the Bible and of our Father who desires to have a complete relationship with His wholeheartedly devoted children. This series, published by ONE audiobooks, seeks to produce Classic Christian titles read by well known and loved audiobook narrators. ONE takes great care to cast these titles with readers who will provide an unmatched listening experience for these important works. Tim Dixon brings his passion to every performance and is considered to be one of the top audiobook narrators in the industry.

E. M. Bounds, E.M. Bounds (Author), Tim Dixon, Tim H. Dixon (Narrator)

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Power Through Prayer

Power through Prayer challenges the reader to completely alter their perspective on prayer. Rather than simply crossing off a task on a chore list, taking time to pray is meant to deepen a relationship with God. E. M. Bounds lays out the most effective ways to use prayer in this manner and to unleash God's power. Bounds describes the transformative nature of prayer in one's personal life, in ministry, and in the world. This manual offers powerful and practical advice on how to improve one's prayer life and, in turn, their relationship with God. This series, published by ONE audiobooks, seeks to produce Classic Christian titles read by well known and loved Christian audiobook narrators. ONE takes great care to cast these titles with readers who will provide an unmatched listening experience for these important works. David Cochran Heath brings his passion to every performance and is considered to be one of the top audiobook narrators in the industry.

E. M. Bounds, E.M. Bounds (Author), David Cochran Heath (Narrator)

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Power Through Prayer

Edward McKendree Bounds (1835-1913) was a Methodist minister and devotional writer. Addressed primarily to preachers and pastors, 'Power Through Prayer' has also been popular among lay people for over a century. The book expounds the idea that prayer is the life-giving force behind the ministry. He states that believers depend on God just as much as he depends on them, and that, although the relationship is simple, it requires a lot of communication. Bounds discusses the essentiality of prayer, tendencies to be avoided, the primacy of the heart over the head, and gives examples of praying men from the scriptures.

E.M. Bounds (Author), Gil Anders (Narrator)

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The Essentials of Prayer: How Christians Ought to Pray

New, updated, and annotated edition. And the very God of peace sanctify you completely, that your spirit, soul, and body be preserved whole without reprehension for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. (1 Thessalonians 5:23) Christians who pray well, who bring the largest things to pass, and who move God to do great things, are those who are entirely given over to God in their praying. God wants, and must have, all that there is in us. We must be wholehearted people through whom he can work out his purposes and plans concerning us. God must have us in our entirety. No double-minded people need apply. No vacillating person can be used. No person with a divided allegiance to God, the world, and self can do the praying that is needed. Holiness is wholeness, and so God wants holy people - wholehearted and true - for his service and for the work of praying. This book challenges the reader to first make sure he is ready to pray, and it also shows from Scripture when and how we ought to pray. E. M. Bounds examines the lack of prayer and its causes, but he also includes examples of answered prayer to give hope to those who feel like their prayers aren't being answered. Some may experience guilt for their lack and inconsistency of prayer, but sincere Christians will also be stirred in their heart to pray, and to pray well.

E. M. Bounds, E.M. Bounds (Author), Lyle Blaker (Narrator)

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Pastor and Prayer: Why and How Pastors Ought to Pray

Original title: Preacher and Prayer. New, updated and annotated edition. "What the church needs today is not more and better machinery, not new organizations or more innovative methods, but men whom the Holy Spirit can use – men of prayer, men mighty in prayer. The Holy Spirit does not flow through methods, but through men. He does not show up on machinery, but on men. He does not anoint plans, but men – men of prayer." – E. M. Bounds List of Chapters Ch. 1: The Need for Preachers Who Pray Ch. 2: Depending Solely on God Ch. 3: Preaching that Kills Ch. 4: Pastoral Tendencies to Be Avoided Ch. 5: The Preacher's Main Business is Prayer Ch. 6: What Prayer Can Do for Your Ministry Ch. 7: Make Time for Prayer Ch. 8: Examples of Praying Men Ch. 9: Early Morning Prayer Ch. 10: Devoted Prayer Ch. 11: An Example of Devotion Ch. 12: Preparation of the Heart Ch. 13: Working from the Heart Ch. 14: The Necessity of Anointing Ch. 15: Anointed Preaching Ch. 16: Genuine Anointing Ch. 17: Spiritual Leaders Pray Ch. 18: Prayer for the Preacher Ch. 19: Giving Yourself to Prayer Ch. 20: A Praying Pulpit Begets a Praying Pew

E. M. Bounds, E.M. Bounds (Author), Lyle Blaker (Narrator)

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Power through Prayer

E.M. Bounds examines the importance of prayer in a Christian's life with this seminal book that is still studied widely today. Bounds, a former Army chaplain, directed his text at church leaders, but his musings can be useful for all Christians looking to revitalize their prayer life. He firmly believed that devoted prayer was at the root of a successful church ministry; he himself set aside three hours for prayer every morning. Power through Prayer is an inspiring text and the source of many often-quoted aphorisms, including the line: "The Church is looking for better methods; God is looking for better men."

E.M. Bounds (Author), Larry G. Jones (Narrator)

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The Weapon of Prayer

As a former Army chaplain, E.M. Bounds was no stranger to warfare when he wrote this book. He saw prayer as a powerful weapon that he used throughout his time at war and on the road as a traveling preacher. In this text, Bounds dives into the "why" of prayer-why you should intercede for your neighbor, why prayer should be prioritized in ministry, why Jesus himself prayed, and much more. His compelling words continue to inspire Christians today to spend more time in communion with God.

E.M. Bounds (Author), Larry G. Jones (Narrator)

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