[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$foY8kCU9rAPrCaeAyBNOjIovEneCoYYRa1qEzl1kxX1E":3,"$fqAykQGHjCmx30tc8IfMgXbOEBJaDcC3FvGNfZ0FOp1w":16},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"bio_jsonld":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},18814,"E.M. Bounds","E",104,null,"em-bounds",[12],{"tag_id":13,"tag_name":14,"tag_count":15},3176,"prayer",11,{"quotes":17,"pagination":84},[18,26,32,39,45,52,58,65,71,78],{"id":19,"quote_text":20,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":23,"source":24,"quote_tag":25,"commentary":9},2994079,"The world is one of the enemies which must be fought and conquered on the way to heaven.",6,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":27,"quote_text":28,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":29,"source":30,"quote_tag":31,"commentary":9},2994076,"Moses lived near God, and had the freest and most unhindered and boldest access to God, but this, instead of abating the necessity of prayer, made it more necessary, obvious and powerful. Familiarity.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":33,"quote_text":34,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":35,"source":36,"quote_tag":37,"commentary":38},2994069,"The law of prayer, the right to pray, rests on sonship.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nE.M. Bounds, a renowned Christian author and pastor, likely penned this quote in one of his numerous writings on prayer and spiritual growth. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Bounds was grappling with the challenges of evangelism, revivalism, and the spiritual decline of the American church. His experiences as a pastor and evangelist influenced his thoughts on prayer and the Christian life.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe quote \"The law of prayer, the right to pray, rests on sonship\" reveals a profound paradox: that the foundation of prayer is not our actions, feelings, or even our faith, but our identity as children of God. This challenges the common assumption that prayer is a means to achieve a desired state or to persuade God to grant us something, instead highlighting the intrinsic right to pray that comes from being a beloved child of God.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset, recognize that your right to pray is not earned or conditional, but a fundamental aspect of your identity as a child of God. This liberates you from the burden of feeling like you need to \"earn\" God's attention or approval through your prayers, allowing you to approach prayer with a sense of freedom, confidence, and intimacy.",{"id":40,"quote_text":41,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":42,"source":43,"quote_tag":44,"commentary":9},2994068,"Paul lived on his knees, that the Ephesian Church might measure the heights, breadths, and depths of an unmeasurable saintliness, and “be filled with all the fullness of God.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":46,"quote_text":47,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":48,"source":49,"quote_tag":50,"commentary":51},2994063,"Praying men are a necessity in carrying out the divine plan for the salvation of men.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nE.M. Bounds, a renowned Christian author and pastor, penned this quote in his book \"The Necessity of Prayer,\" which was first published in 1907. During this time, Bounds was deeply concerned about the spiritual state of the church and the need for a revival in prayer. He was likely influenced by the social and theological climate of the early 20th century, marked by a growing emphasis on evangelism and missionary work.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe quote reveals a counter-intuitive truth: praying men are not merely optional, but rather a necessary component in the divine plan for salvation. This means that prayer is not merely a personal devotion, but a crucial aspect of the church's mission and the fulfillment of God's purposes. The tension lies in the fact that prayer is often seen as a personal spiritual discipline, rather than a collective and essential aspect of the church's work.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, modern professionals and creatives can recognize that their personal prayer life is not a private matter, but rather a vital contribution to the broader mission of their organization or community. By embracing the necessity of prayer, individuals can shift their focus from individual success to collective impact, understanding that their spiritual practices have a direct impact on the effectiveness of their work.",{"id":53,"quote_text":54,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":55,"source":56,"quote_tag":57,"commentary":9},2994060,"One of Satan’s wiliest tricks is to destroy the best by the good.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":59,"quote_text":60,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":61,"source":62,"quote_tag":63,"commentary":64},2994056,"The range and potencies of prayer, so clearly shown by Jesus in life and teaching, but reveal the great purposes of God. They not only reveal the Son in the reality and fullness of His humanity, but also reveal the Father.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nThis quote is likely from the writings of E.M. Bounds, a renowned Christian author and pastor who lived from 1835 to 1913. During his lifetime, Bounds was known for his emphasis on the power of prayer and its central role in Christian living. In his writings, Bounds often reflected on the teachings of Jesus Christ and the importance of prayer in revealing God's purposes.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe hidden insight in this quote lies in the way Bounds highlights the interplay between the Son and the Father in the context of prayer. On the surface, the quote appears to emphasize the importance of prayer in revealing God's purposes. However, a closer reading reveals a deeper nuance: that prayer is not merely a means of accessing God's will, but also a means of revealing the Son's humanity and the Father's character. This tension between the personal and the divine aspects of prayer is what makes Bounds' statement so profound.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, consider that effective prayer involves not just seeking God's guidance, but also seeking to understand and embody the character of Christ. This means cultivating a deeper sense of empathy and compassion, as well as a greater awareness of the ways in which our own humanity reflects the divine. By approaching prayer in this way, we can move beyond mere petition and towards a more profound sense of connection with God and with others.",{"id":66,"quote_text":67,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":68,"source":69,"quote_tag":70,"commentary":9},2994053,"The preaching of the Word to a prayerless congregation falls at the very feet of the preacher.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":72,"quote_text":73,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":74,"source":75,"quote_tag":76,"commentary":77},2994051,"Prayer is faith passing into act. A union of the will and intellect realising in an intellectual act.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nE.M. Bounds, a prominent Christian author and pastor, wrote extensively on the importance of prayer in the early 20th century. During this time, he was influenced by the Holiness Movement and the Charismatic Renewal, which emphasized the power of prayer and the need for a deeper, more personal relationship with God. Bounds' writings often reflected his own struggles with prayer and his desire to encourage others to cultivate a vibrant prayer life.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nAt first glance, the quote may seem to suggest that prayer is a straightforward act of will and intellect, but upon closer examination, it reveals a more nuanced understanding. The tension lies in the fact that prayer is not just a rational, intellectual exercise, but also a deeply personal and emotional expression of faith, which requires a union of the will and intellect to be truly effective.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, consider the importance of integrating both rational and emotional aspects of your being when approaching a challenge or decision. Take time to reflect on your goals and values, and then use this clarity to inform your will and intellect, allowing you to make decisions and take actions that are both thoughtful and passionate.",{"id":79,"quote_text":80,"author_id":5,"source_id":21,"has_image":22,"author":81,"source":82,"quote_tag":83,"commentary":9},2994048,"God is revealed not by argument but by work. We learn what He is from what He does.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"currentPage":85,"totalPages":15,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":86},1,10]