Constructing a Theology of Prayer
Andrew Fuller’s (1754–1815) Belief and Practice of Prayer
- Theology
- Publisher: Pickwick Publications (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2021
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Publisher's Description
Constructing a Theology of Prayer: Andrew Fuller's (1754-1815) Belief and Practice of Prayer fills a lacuna in Fuller studies. Bryant's work is the first full treatment of Fuller's theology of prayer, demonstrating the vitality of prayer for Fuller's ministry and theological reflection. Bryant constructs Fuller's theology of prayer through a systematic analysis of six major doctrines: the doctrine of God, the Son, the Spirit, Humanity, the Church, and Last Things. Each chapter explores both how Fuller's doctrine influences his belief and practice of prayer, and how belief and practice of prayer influence doctrine. The study convincingly demonstrates how each major doctrine finds prayer as its corollary. As Fuller states, "Holy practice has a necessary dependence on sacred principle."
Endorsements (3)
“In this careful study of the eminent pastor-theologian Andrew Fuller, Michael Bryant has provided readers with an enlightening exposition of Fuller’s theology and practice of prayer. Bryant’s work not only provides a significant scholarly contribution, but offers readers an accessible model of a life of theologically informed prayer. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in Baptist studies, eighteenth-century evangelicalism, or spiritual theology.”
“In his lifetime, Andrew Fuller knew genuine revival. He also knew that foundational to such a move of God was prayer, both corporate and personal. In this study of Fuller’s theology and praxis of prayer, Matthew Bryant breaks new ground in Fuller studies to reveal what was fundamental and central to the Baptist theologian’s life, namely, calling upon the name of the Lord Jesus. A must-read for scholars as well as pastors interested in the intersection of eighteenth-century and modern spirituality.”
“Matthew Bryant’s reconstruction and analysis of Andrew Fuller’s theology of prayer skillfully employ the fields of historical theology, systematic theology, and spiritual formation. Highly recommended!”
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