The Ministry Of Intercession

The Ministry of Intercession: A Plea for More Prayer is a book written by Andrew Murray in 1898. The book is a call to Christians to engage in the practice of intercessory prayer, which is defined as praying on behalf of others. The author argues that prayer is the most powerful tool that Christians have in their arsenal, and that intercession is a vital part of the Christian life.Murray begins the book by outlining the importance of prayer in the Christian life. He argues that prayer is not just a duty, but a privilege and a joy. He goes on to explain the various types of prayer, including adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and supplication.The author then turns his attention to intercession, which he defines as ""prayer on behalf of others."" He argues that intercession is a vital part of the Christian life, and that it is the duty of every Christian to pray for others. Murray provides numerous examples from the Bible of intercessory prayer, including Abraham's prayer for Sodom and Gomorrah, Moses' prayer for the Israelites, and Paul's prayer for the Ephesians.Throughout the book, Murray emphasizes the importance of persistence in prayer. He argues that Christians should not give up on praying for others, even if they do not see immediate results. He also stresses the need for faith in prayer, and encourages Christians to trust in God's power and goodness.Overall, The Ministry of Intercession: A Plea for More Prayer is a powerful call to Christians to engage in the practice of intercessory prayer. The book is filled with practical advice, biblical examples, and inspiring stories of the power of prayer. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to deepen their prayer life and make a difference in the lives of others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.