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Nothing is more important for our own mental, moral, and spiritual development, or for our increase in usefulness, than Bible study. But, not all Bible study is equally profitable. Some Bible study is absolutely profitless. How to study the Bible so as to get the most benefit from it is a topic of immeasurable importance.

How to Pray is a powerful treatise on prayer first published in 1900. The author, Reuben Archer Torrey (1856 - 1928), was an educator and evangelist who wrote more than 40 books. In How To Pray, he explains the essence of prayer, what it can achieve, and the proper occasion for prayer. Contending that many prayers are not answered because they are not intelligently offered, Torrey examines the moods, the methods, and the meanings of prayer.

R.A. Torrey's book The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit holds back no punches when it comes to the glorious and powerful Holy Ghost, the third person of the Trinity. Mr. Torrey discusses the personality of the Holy Spirit, the deity of the Holy Spirit, the controversial baptism of the Holy Spirit and much more. Be encouraged and blessed by this amazing audiobook. Truly it is a gift to the body of Christ as a whole. To God be the glory!

Today, few people know exactly what the Scriptures say regarding the Holy Spirit, and the consequence is men trying to do things in their own strength. Sadder still is how one group denies the power of the Holy Spirit, while another group pursues the things of the Spirit more than they pursue Christ himself. Somewhere in the middle is the truth. This audiobook takes a close look at Scripture to see what the Lord himself tells us regarding his Holy Spirit and how it relates to us today.

The author of The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit, R. A. Torrey (1856-1928), was an evangelist and Bible scholar. Considered a Christian classic, this work is a methodical explanation of who the Holy Spirit is and how the Holy Spirit works in the world. Torrey discusses the gifts of the Spirit, the difference between baptism with the Spirit and the filling of the Spirit, and speaking in tongues. Much of the work involves key themes like the promise of the Spirit, and the importance of seeking the Spirit according to scripture.

Tap into the unlimited power of God through prayer with this classic handbook from American evangelist R.A. Torrey. How should you pray? Who can pray? Why pray at all? Torrey's insightful answers to these questions, along with his discussion of the freedom, peace, and security available though communication with God, has made this a must-listen for those seeking a closer relationship with Christ.

As valuable as when they were first published a century ago, Torrey’s two disciple-making classics—How to Pray and How to Study the Bible—encourage believers to grow in the knowledge and love of God. Brimming with practical wisdom, How to Pray describes varieties of biblical “prayer that availeth much.” How to Study the Bible details seven fruitful methods of inductive Bible study. Now together for the first time one book!

Never before in the history of the church were there so many who desire to win others to Christ. The good work done by the Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor is in no other direction so evident as in the many thousands of young people in this land who today are on fire with a desire to win souls. But while they desire to do this work, many do not know how. This short book aims to tell them.

Reuben Archer Torrey (1856-1928) was an American evangelist, administrator, pastor, educator, and Bible teacher. In Baptism of the Holy Spirit he discusses the meaning of baptism with the Holy Spirit with reference to the scriptures. This comprehensive study deals with the nature of the Spirit in the context of the Trinity, its relation to the Father and the Son, and its functions in the material world and in the soul of the believer.

Why is it important to pray regularly? To whom should we pray, and how? What are proper subjects for prayer? When should you pray? Does God listen to all prayers? When Jesus says, "whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith,” an absolute guarantee that we will receive it? HOW TO PRAY by Torrey and Andrews is a spiritual gem that will answer all of these questions and far more. HOW TO PRAY is a practical guidebook covers the how, when, and most importantly, the why of praying. An excellent devotional resource for any Christian library.

Is the Bible truly without error? Can a book written over 1,600 years by more than 40 different authors remain perfectly consistent and reliable? These questions have been asked by skeptics and believers alike for centuries. Difficulties in the Bible: Alleged Errors and Contradictions takes a bold and thorough approach to examining the most frequently cited challenges against the Bible’s accuracy and divine inspiration. In this compelling work, each alleged contradiction and error is carefully analyzed using the Historical-Grammatical method of interpretation, a trusted approach that ...

How can we find more enjoyment in studying the Bible? How can we make our study periods more productive? What circumstances contribute to effective personal study? How can we derive real benefit and pleasure from our Bible reading? From what activities can time be bought out for reading and studying the Bible? Why should we watch our spiritual feeding habits? What benefits come from reading and studying the Scriptures? There is a great and constantly growing interest in the study of the English Bible in these days. However, very much of the so-called study of the English Bible is ...

Why is personal and family Bible study so important in our life now? How can we apply the Word of God in our lives? How can we use the Bible to help others? How can we effectively use the Scriptures when teaching others? How can we make decisions God’s way? How can Bible principles help us to decide wisely? Why should we have faith in God and his word? The Psalmist tells us, God’s Word “is a lamp to my foot, and a light for my path”―Psalm 119:105. Since the Bible is a gift from God, the time and effort that we put into our personal Bible Study is a reflection of how much we ...

R.A. Torrey (1856-1928) was the first superintendent of the Moody Bible Institute and dean of the Bible Institute in Los Angeles. Published in 1900, this classic work has guided generations of believers into a more fulfilling prayer life. Based on biblical examples of devotion, it explains the purpose and power of prayer in chapters titled "Abiding in Christ", "The Importance of Prayer", "Obeying and Praying", and "When to Pray". The book also teaches believers how to overcome hindrances to prayer and how to set their hearts on compassion, humility, gentleness, kindness and patience.

Historical criticism, also known as the historical-critical method or higher criticism, is a branch of literary criticism that investigates the origins of ancient text in order to determine authorship, date of writing and historical accuracy of the Bible, in the light of archaeology and history. Did Moses really pen the first five books of the Bible, or were they written centuries later by multiple writers as Bible critics say? Did Isaiah from the eighth-century pen the prophetic book that bears his name, or were there three authors who wrote the book centuries later? Did Daniel of the ...

R.A. Torrey was one of the few men who lived his life to the very hilt for Jesus. He was friends with D.L. Moody, helped pioneer the Moody Bible Institute, and wrote extensively on prayer and the Holy Spirit. However, he didn’t just write about these things out of theory, or simply from studies of the Bible texts; he wrote out of experience. He was a man of prayer and a man who had an incredibly close relationship with the Spirit of the Lord. These truths poured out of him onto the pages of his books, and have touched countless lives over the generations.

"Whatever else I do, I must pray," emphasized R. A. Torrey. This strong conviction runs through the writings of all seven of the renowned Christian authors featured in this book. A Passion for Prayer offers spiritual and practical advice on how to effectively enter into prayer, live a life infused with prayer, and see profound answers to your petitions. It includes the writings of R. A. Torrey, Charles Spurgeon, E. M. Bounds, George Müller, Andrew Murray, Charles Finney, and D. L. Moody.

"CHRISTIAN LIVING: How to Succeed in the Christian Life" by R. A. Torrey and Edward D. Andrews is an indispensable guide for anyone on the Christian journey, whether a new believer or a seasoned disciple. This comprehensive resource is crafted to equip Christians with the wisdom needed to navigate the challenges of faith and to lead a life that glorifies God. This powerful duo starts by laying down the foundation of your Christian journey, discussing the right way to begin your walk with God. You'll discover the significance of open confession, the assurance of salvation, and the role of ...