Edward M. (Edward McKendree) Bounds
Prayer and praying men
"Prayer and Praying Men" by Edward M. Bounds is a devotional work written in the early 20th century. The book explores the significance of prayer, highlighting its transformative power in the lives of biblical figures. Bounds aims to present a compelling case for the necessity of prayer and its impact on the believer’s relationship with God. The beginning of this work introduces the author’s deep reverence for prayer as a vital spiritual practice. Bounds acknowledges key praying figures from the Old Testament, such as Joshua, Jacob, Hannah, and Moses, highlighting their fervent prayers and the divine responses that followed. He discusses how their persistent entreaties influenced their lives and the lives of their communities, setting the stage for a thorough examination of various biblical praying saints throughout the text. This opening sets a tone of reverence and urgency, suggesting that prayer is not merely a ritual but a powerful force for change and divine intervention.