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Jesus never taught his disciples how to preach, only how to pray. He did not speak much of what was needed to preach well but spoke much of praying well. To know how to speak to God is more important than knowing how to speak to man. Not power with men, but power with God is the first thing. Jesus loves to teach us how to pray. With Christ in the School of Prayer offers a structured series of 31 short and concise, practical, and powerful lessons on prayer to fill the reader’s heart with a hunger for God’s presence.

Money unquestionably has power. That power is able to corrupt both you and others around you. However, as Andrew Murray points out, money can also be one means for you to spread God’s love and grace. As a retired financial advisor, R. Lynn White knows that people budget for what they love. You may love Jesus, or your family or a new car every year. But, generally, you will spend the most money on what you love the most. The impact that your money will have depends what or who you love. This, in turn, influences how you choose to make, invest and spend your money.

In The Master's Indwelling, Andrew Murray examines some of the toughest issues in the life of the Christian. One of them is the question of truly knowing God and obtaining his rest. In this series of addresses, Murray explains how the believer can overcome obstacles and live a life of peace and joy in all areas of life.

Andrew Murray (1828-1917) was a South African writer, teacher, and Christian pastor. In School of Obedience, Murray takes traditional Christian ideas about obedience and interprets them to explain the true power and importance of those ideas to believers. Andrew Murray reveals not only what God demands, but also how obedience to those demands is possible through Christ's perfect example. He points out how obedience to God is obedience to our Creator and Sustainer.

In With Christ in the School of Prayer, first published in 1885, the famed and prolific South African pastor, writer, and educator Andrew Murray uses his extensive knowledge on Christianity, the Bible, and Christian tradition, as well as his deep faith, to explore the act of prayer. A fascinating listen for devout Christians and theology students alike, Murray discusses prayer not only as an act of "maintaining faith" but as a means to achieve a connection with Christ unattainable by most.

Free flowing conversations with guests about their favorite films. Each episode, we will interview a new guest to learn about what makes their favorite film meaningful to them and why they think its worth others checking out. Films will come from a wide range of genres and eras.

A mental health podcast hosted by a psychotherapuetic counsellor, psychologist, hypnotist and life coach to educate and improve the listeners mental health

If you are looking for advice on money, health, or happy living, look no further than this collection of wisdom from the sages. An extensive gathering of advice from learned men and women throughout the ages.

In his book Humility, first published in 1895, the South African pastor Andrew Murray points to the example of Jesus who made himself nothing by taking the nature of a servant. The author gives this as an example of true nobility and regards it as the distinguishing feature of discipleship. Murray calls on all Christians to turn from pride, study the character of Christ and empty themselves in order to be filled with God’s grace.

This piece by Andrew Murray is an inspirational Christian classic. In it, he describes the benefits when one completely surrenders to God.

Andrew Murray wrote these meditations, subtitled Thoughts on the Blessed Life of Fellowship with the Son of God, to enrich the Christian life. Using the image of Jesus as the vine and believers as the branches, he explains that many Christians, although they trust the Lord, have not yet experienced the benefits of a day-by-day walk with God, and are, therefore, not experiencing the joy and the power that are gifts of the spirit.

Andrew Murray (1828-1917) was a South African Christian pastor and an internationally known author of numerous Christian books. This enduring classic, published in 1896, was written to assist believers to pray in the right way. The book is based on the way that Christ taught his disciples to pray, and the style is simple and engaging. The chapters are titled, "The Model Prayer", "Pray to Thy Father in Secret", "In Spirit and in Truth or The True Worshippers", and "The Only Teacher".

The first and chief need of our Christian life is fellowship with God.

Originally published in 1899 by prolific South African author, teacher, and pastor Andrew Murray, The School of Obedience studies obedience through Christianity and the Bible. Murray uses the Bible’s teachings, as well as the characters and scenarios of the Bible, to better understand the history, the inner workings, and the ethical and theological implications of obedience.

These 31 devotionals have the power to transform your prayer life in just one month. Andrew Murray, a 19th-century South African missionary, penned this collection of Christian meditations to guide believers into a closer relationship with God. How often are our prayers concerned primarily with ourselves? Murray asks. He encourages listeners to shift the focus to patient meditation on God and then wait to see what this awareness will bring.

With great gentleness, sensitivity and support, Andrew Murray describes the necessity of obedience, its enabling means, and its benefits. The School of Obedience is a pastoral encouragement that exudes tender humility, warmth and a magnanimous spirit.

Andrew Murray's True Vine is a 31-day devotional examining the Parable of the Vine and the Branches in John 15 verses one to 16. Each day’s devotional elaborates and expounds upon the chapter, offering deep and detailed spiritual insight on the meaning of phrases like “abiding in Christ” and “vine on the branch”. The work is an inspirational guide on how to dwell in God’s love, maintain communion with Christ and replace fear with peace of mind.

Absolute Surrender is a timeless and life-changing devotional based on a series of sermons by Andrew Murray. This simple yet powerful guide discusses the issues keeping Christians from experiencing complete freedom in Christ and urges listeners to fully commit to surrendering to Christ. Murray explains that only through absolute surrender can one truly experience God’s dwelling in their hearts and therefore, his work and blessings.

As Christians, it is fundamental to work on walking daily in his presence and to strive to form a real and intimate relationship with Christ. This is the only way to enjoy true fellowship with God as well as drastically improve and enrich personal, spiritual growth. Only by dwelling purposefully in communion with Christ can one fully experience the fruits of the Spirit and walk daily and consistently in peace and contentment. Murray’s spiritual guide encourages Christians to do just that by learning how to live closer to God and therefore fully enjoy the blessings.

So many Christians, instead of accepting God’s invitation to enter His throne room, stand alone outside the door, uncertain and ashamed. Christ beckons them to His banqueting table and offers them a room in His house, but they foolishly give up the glory of the life He has offered. They come to Jesus as Redeemer but never go beyond the doorway to abide in Him and experience the unspeakable joy of dwelling with the King of Kings.