E. M. Bounds: Author of the Book 'The Necessity of Prayer'
Summary: E.M. Bounds was an American pastor during the Civil War who emphasized the importance of prayer in the spiritual life. He wrote 11 books, with nine focusing on prayer, and has inspired millions of believers with his teachings. God Speaks Today will include his writings in their daily meditations to edify their readers.
Edward McKendree Bounds (E. M. Bounds) was a pastor in the United States during the time of the American Civil War. He was born on August 15, 1835 and died on August 24, 1913. His life and ministry are distinguished by his insistence on prayer as the key to a powerful and effective spiritual life. for E.M. Bounds, prayer is one of the most important ministries of the Church, as well as of every believer. He was the author of eleven books, nine of which deal with the subject of prayer. His writings have inspired millions of believers across the earth to a more vital devotional life.
In the future, God Speaks Today will be including the writings of classic authors such as E. M. Bounds in the daily meditations, in order to edify our readers and familiarize them with the thought of great men and women of God. We will continue to include the meditations of Pastor Miranda, as well as our other writers.
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Men and Women of Prayer
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