His family was affluent for the first part of his life. This book is written because it seems to be needed. If anyone at the judgment of the great white throne is not found written in the book of life, he shall be cast into the lake of fire. This is the holy spirits work in the believer, to take what belongs to god and make it ours. The importance of personal soul winning bibles net. Evangelism and the soul winner is a powerful collection of some of. In other words, the one who expects god to do as he asks him, must on his part do whatever god bids him. The implication is that if we are really following, well be fishing soul winning. Yet, torrey was willing to use changing methods even is his own life, from bigroom meeting, to personal discipleship, to founding what today is a globallyknown university. Eightysix years ago february 5, 1837, there was born of poor parents in a humble farmhouse in northfield, massachusetts, a little baby who was to become the greatest man, as i believe, of his generation or of his centurydwight l. The testimony of the scriptures to themselves by r. Torrey, one of the greatest evangelists of modern times, this.
I would rather win souls than be the greatest king or emperor on earth. Torrey, one of the greatest evangelists of modern times, this valuable ministry tool will teach you how to. His practical pointers clearly unfold the conditions. The importance of personal soul winning by ra torrey he first findeth his own brother simon. Torrey spent the years of 19031905 in worldwide revival campaigns, winning thousands of souls to jesus christ. Torrey page 2 introduction eightysix years ago february 5, 1837, there was born of poor parents in a humble farmhouse in northfield, massachusetts, a little baby who was to become the greatest man, as i believe, of his generation or of his century dwight l. Torrey 18561928 one of the greatest needs of the present day is men and women who will not only start out to pray for things, but pray on and on and on until they obtain that which they seek from the lord. A later chapter will be given to a study of what the baptism of the holy ghost is and how any christian can obtain it. There are few more precious words in the whole book of psalms, which is one of the most precious of all the books of the bible, than these. Torrey 18561928 was a congregational evangelist, teacher, author, born in hoboken, new jersey. After a period of skepticism he trusted in jesus christ as saviour.
Torrey books reveals how you can prevail in prayer, be effective in soul winning, and become intimate with god and his word call us 864 6825425 home. The project gutenberg ebook of the person and work of the holy spirit by r. Most of the books we quote from have been written within the last three or even one hundred years. Bibliolatry is the formidable word that they cast at us. It was released on november 1, 1982, by monument records. There are some who contend that there is no use dealing with such, but there is. See more ideas about torrey, prayers, prayer pictures. If we honor god, we shall honor the word he has sent, and we. The author, reuben torrey, effortlessly guides e ven the most seasoned person of pr ayer into deeper, more significant prayer. The album was produced by fred foster, founder and chairman of the board of monument, and contains some newlyrecorded material as well as catalog material with new. We must pray god to lead us to the right persons to approach.
Godglorifying soul winning, all ministry, comes out of the crucified life galatians 2. This easytouse handbook quickly points to the scriptures that answer the. Few old books survive, and fewer of those that survive have any influence. Solid work in soul winning must be accompanied by prayer at every step. I never had rest in my soul until i did give up my plans for life and promise god that i would preach. Moody, he became most prominent during world preaching tours in 1902 and 1921. Click to read more about the wondrous joy of soul winning by r. It can be used during visiting with people during soul winning events read more. Torrey traveled the world in revival campaigns, winning thousands of souls to jesus christ.
Includes some of the greatest christian classics and theology writings. Jan 22, 2017 christ, to torrey, became the prize of everything he did and as christians, we should take note. Why be an evangelist or why we need the evangelist. Much like moody, he preached to people around the world in meetingstyle revival campaigns. This collection includes more than 6,000 pages of inductive study, systematic teaching, and practical preaching. The following is from torreys larger work, how to work for christ chapter 6, pages 4454. This easytouse handbook quickly points to the scriptures that answer the questions and settle the doubts of people who have not yet met christ. Torrey wrote some forty books and his practical writings on the holy spirit, prayer, salvation, soul winning, and evangelism are still favorites of many christians. The holy spirit is the person who imparts to the individual believer the power that belongs to god. Torrey archives page 2 of 3 worthy christian books.
In these sermons torrey preaches on everything from the proof of christ in scripture and the world, winning souls, the refuge needed for every person, the character of the holy spirit, and more. There is no greater honor than to be the instrument in gods hands of leading one person out of the kingdom of satan into. Jan 29, 2017 explore wanda mahurin morriss board r. He was known as an american evangelist, pastor, educator and writer. If we try to do it, we will waste much valuable time in speaking to those whom we cannot help, that we might have used in speaking to those. The project gutenberg ebook of how to bring men to christ, by r. Torrey, who won thousands to the lord, takes you stepbystep through receiving the power to witness and dealing with indifferent and skeptical people. Torrey, i want you to preach on the baptism with the.
Become a successful soulwinner use gods word to answer difficult questions show the selfrighteous their. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Moody and torrey became the closest of friends and associates. I put a bible in her hands and asked her to read this. His gist of the lesson continued for more than thirty years. This book was revised and enlarged as part i of how to work for christ in 1901, a book of 518 pages. How the thoughtful and believing and obedient heart burns as it reads these wonderful words of the. Oct, 2009 the project gutenberg ebook of the person and work of the holy spirit by r.
Undoubtedly his most widespread and lasting contribution to personal evangelism has been made through his books. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory. Much like moody, he preached to people around the world in meetingstyle. Torrey, samuel brengle and others who have experienced revival and moves of god first hand. Chapter 3 obeying and praying worthy christian books. Torrey reuben archer torrey 18561928, american evangelist, pastor, educator, and writer. He preached an unchanged gospel torrey called it the old gospel message. The largest class of men and women are those who have little or no concern about their salvation. Torrey continued to have a relationship with the alliance and spoke at the ninth general conference for bible study in july 1891.
Moody in ministry, collected dozens of scripture passages to assist laymen in preparing and delivering evangelistic material. I always like this booklet as it is a help in working with people who have questions. Sign up for librarything to find out whether youll like this book. Torrey wrote more than forty books and his practical writings on the holy spirit, prayer, salvation, soul winning, and evangelism are still favorites of many. Chapter 7 definitely endued with power from on high. Reuben archer torrey was born on january 28, 1856 in hoboken, new jersey to reuben and elizabeth. If we give a listening ear to all gods commands to us, he will give a listening ear to all our petitions to him. Torrey is too often overlooked and im thankful for how god used r. It is a line of work in which every man, woman and child can engage. Written a little o ver a centur y ago, how to pr ay is a w onderful treatise on prayer. It is a favorite charge of the advocates of this looseness that we are worshipping a book.
This document has been generated from xsl extensible. Soon after he pastored in ohio and then in minnesota. This was a series of helps on the international sunday school lessons. Find nourishment for your mind and food for your soul as you explore the details of the bible with the works of r. This book by sanders is compiled sermons from torreys ministry. Reuben archer torrey 18561928 was both an evangelist and a bible scholar. Torrey answers the most common questions he encountered over the course of his career. Torrey wrote some forty books and his practical writings on the holy spirit, prayer, salvation, soulwinning, and evangelism are still favorites of many christians.
Ra torrey he was a great evangelist, and also a prolific writer. The winning hand is a collaborative compilation album by kris kristofferson, willie nelson, dolly parton and brenda lee. Any who desire more definite and detailed instructionin the right use of the scripture given in this book and in the general work of soul winning are referred to. This easytouse handbook quickly points to the scriptures that answer. Anyone who is committed to bringing the good news of jesus christ to the world hears dozens of excuses and objects. Jesus last words were, go therefore and make disciples of all the nations matthew 28.
Torrey this ebook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. He was educated in yale university and divinity school. If he did, the holy spirit did not think it worth putting on record. I had been a christian a good many years, and a minister of the gospel several years, before it ever entered my head that tracts were of much value in christian work. Torrey 18561928 was a congregational evangelist, teacher.
Torrey has compiled a marvelous collection of scriptures, under topical headings, to answer every argument put up by any sinner with whom you will deal. Jam article the importance of personal soul winning. If someone were to hand me a book that was as simple to me as the multiplication. Under his direction, moody institute became a pattern for bible institutes around the world. We are not told that andrew ever preached a sermon. Here are some of the books he has written that are world famous. Torrey, r a how to work for christ book 1 torrey, r a how to work for christ book 2 torrey, r a how to work for christ book 3 torrey, r a how to pray so as to get what you ask. Evangelism and the soul winner is a powerful collection of some of the greatest classic writings on evangelism, witnessing and seeking the lost. He published how to bring men to christ in 1893, perhaps the first real textbook on the subject to appear in america. His parents were christian and his mother was a woman of prayer.
How to pray how to work for christ what the bible teaches the holy spirit who he is and what he does soul winning sermons how to promote a revival. The supreme condition of soul winning power is the same today. Reviewed in the united states on september 26, 2015. The one who brought his brother to jesus was andrew. Both rare and well known, this treasury brings the best of r.
Vest pocket companion sword of the lord ministries. Moody in what is now known as the moody bible institute. Filled with a spirit of graciousness, pastor, educator, evangelist, and author r. Torrey traveled the world in revival campaigns, winning thousands of so. Torrey, samuel brengle and others who have experienced revival and. No better book on practical methods of personal and public evangelism. Jesus told his disciples, follow me, and i will make you fishers of men matthew 4. A tract will often succeed in winning a man to christ where a sermon or a personal conversation has failed. The most effective method of soul winning part iii. We do worship god who sent the book, and it is no true worship of god that slights the book which he gives. What it means to have christ living in you aw tozer series book 3. This orderly, systematic and thorough handbook is ideal for use as a. The deity of the holy spirit and the distinction between father, son, and holy spirit 12. Torrey comparatively few christians realize the importance of tract work.
No better book on practical methods of personal and public evangelism than this has ever been written. The album was produced by fred foster, founder and chairman of the board of monument, and contains some newlyrecorded material as well as catalog material with new instrumental tracks. God does not intend that we speak to every one we meet. The divine art of soul winning baptist bible believers. Buy a cheap copy of vest pocket companion for christian. You wouldnt want someone to hand you this book, because. Torrey, r a a summary of ten reasons why i believe the bible to be the word of god. This is the holy spirits work in the believer, to take what belongs to. Torrey s personal examples and practical soul winning principles will give you the confidence you need.
But here is a book whose antemundane voices had grown old, when voices spake in eden. If, on the other hand, we turn a deaf ear to his precepts, he will be likely to turn a deaf ear to our prayers. Jul 14, 2018 they specifically requested that charles alexander bring the book of worship hymns that has been composed during their month in melbourne. Some of his works have been spread around the world. Like many other giants for god, torrey shone best, furthest and brightest as a personal soul winner. The christians in the new testament went everywhere, preaching the word. His book entitled the power of prayer is one of those handbooks that every christian should have on their bookshelf.
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