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Closet Devotions (eBook)

by Robert Murrey

in ePub, .mobi & .pdf formats

CLOSET DEVOTIONS IN WHICH THE PRINCIPLE HEADS OF DIVINITY ARE MEDITATED UPON AND PRAYED OVER IN SCRIPTURE EXPRESSIONS, BY ROBERT MURREY, MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL.

WITH A PREFACE BY MR. MATTHEW HENRY,
AUTHOR OF THE METHOD OF PRAYER

MODERNIZED EDITION
 

Dear Readers,

With a sense of joy and humility, I present to you this edited edition of Robert Murrey’s Closet Prayers. Rooted in the rich tradition of our faith, this collection of prayers and reflections has been revised for my church family and others who seek spiritual nourishment.

The decision to undertake this project was driven by a desire to make these meaningful prayers more accessible and understandable, particularly in a modern context. While I have refrained from creating a scholarly edition that replicates the exact wording and formatting of the original work, I have provided a link on the copyright page where readers can explore the unaltered text. This allows for a deeper engagement with the precise grammar, punctuation, and formatting as intended by the original author.

In crafting this edition, I have made several adjustments to enhance readability and clarity without compromising the essence of the text. Here are some of the changes: (1) Language modernization: I have replaced archaic forms such as "thee," "thou," and "hast" with their contemporary equivalents, like "you," "you have," etc. (2) Word changes for smoothness: Minimal adjustments have been made to certain verses to ensure a smoother flow of reading. (3) Punctuation and paragraphs: Adjustments to punctuation, including the use of colons, semicolons, and the introduction of new paragraphs where needed, have been made to enhance readability and follow the author's train of thought. (4) Prayer structure: To improve clarity and understanding, prayers originally presented as single paragraphs have been divided into multiple paragraphs where appropriate.

It is my sincere hope that this edition serves as a source of inspiration and spiritual growth for you and your family. May these timeless words continue to resonate in our hearts and guide us on our journey of faith.

Your Servant in Christ,

Aaron Sturgill

July 28, 2024

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Editor’s Note

To the Reader

The Preface

Closet Devotions in Scripture Expressions

Adoration of God as Creator and Preserver of All Things

Adoration of God as the Author of Grace

Dedication of the Heart to God

An Interest in the Privileges of the Godly

The Articles of the Creed Meditated Upon and Prayed Over

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.

And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord.

Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost and born of the virgin Mary.

Suffered under Pontius Pilate was crucified, dead, and buried.

The third day he rose again from the dead.

He ascended into Heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father.

From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Ghost.

The holy catholic Church the communion of saints.

Another upon the same article.

The forgiveness of sins.

The resurrection of the body.

The life everlasting: As it respects the future misery.

Everlasting life: As it respects eternal happiness.

The Grace of Faith

The Perfections of the Divine Nature, Meditated upon and Prayed Over

The Unity of God

The Spirituality of God

The Eternity of God

The Immensity of God

The Knowledge of God

The Wisdom of God

The Wisdom of God Appearing in the Creation of the World

The Wisdom of God appearing in Redemption

The Holiness of God

The Justice of God

The Truth and Faithfulness of God

The Goodness of God

The Mercy of God

The Patience of God

The Power of God

The Sovereign Dominion and Glory of God

The Lord’s Prayer Prayed Over

Our Father which art in Heaven

Hallowed be thy Name

Thy Kingdom Come

Your Will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven

Give us this Day our Daily Bread

Forgive us our Debts, as we forgive our Debtors

Lead us not into Temptation but deliver us from Evil

For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, forever. Amen

Grace to Obey

Divine Knowledge in order to Obey

The Ten Commandments Meditated Upon and Prayed Over

Thou Shalt Have No Other Gods Before Me

The Second Commandment

The Third Commandment

The Fourth Commandment

The Fifth Commandment

The Sixth Commandment

The Seventh Commandment

The Eighth Commandment

The Ninth Commandment

The Tenth Commandment

Our Universal Obedience

Grace to Persevere in the Way of Obedience

Grace to Overcome Difficulties in the Way of Obedience

Respecting our Thoughts

Respecting our Words

The Grace of Repentance

Prayers for the Ordinances

Grace in Order to Improve our Baptisms

Preparatory to an Attendance on Public Ordinances

Grace, in Proper Preparation in the Ordinance of the Lord’s Supper

A Form of Covenanting with God

A Gracious Frame of Soul, when at the Lord’s Table

An Interest in Spiritual Benefits Bestowed by God Upon Worthy Recipients

Thanksgiving After Receiving the Lord’s Supper

After the Lord’s Supper

Grace to Keep Vows and Promises

The Love of God

A Righteous Person Rejoicing in the Lord

Trust in God

The Love of our Neighbor

The Grace of Meekness

Grace to Forgive Injuries

Grace to do Good, Especially Mercy to the Afflicted

Peaceable Behavior Towards our Fellow Creatures

Grace to Walk Charitably in Things of an Indifferent Nature

Grace and Wisdom in Giving and Taking reproof

The Grace of Humility

The Grace of Temperance

The Grace of Self Denial


The Tenth Commandment

Our Universal Obedience

Grace to Persevere in the Way of Obedience

Grace to Overcome Difficulties in the Way of Obedience

Respecting our Thoughts

Respecting our Words

The Grace of Repentance

Prayers for the Ordinances

Grace in Order to Improve our Baptisms

Preparatory to an Attendance on Public Ordinances

Grace, in Proper Preparation in the Ordinance of the Lord’s Supper

A Form of Covenanting with God

A Gracious Frame of Soul, when at the Lord’s Table

An Interest in Spiritual Benefits Bestowed by God Upon Worthy Recipients

Thanksgiving After Receiving the Lord’s Supper

After the Lord’s Supper

Grace to Keep Vows and Promises

The Love of God

A Righteous Person Rejoicing in the Lord

Trust in God

The Love of our Neighbor

The Grace of Meekness

Grace to Forgive Injuries

Grace to do Good, Especially Mercy to the Afflicted

Peaceable Behavior Towards our Fellow Creatures

Grace to Walk Charitably in Things of an Indifferent Nature

Grace and Wisdom in Giving and Taking reproof

The Grace of Humility

The Grace of Temperance

The Grace of Self Denial

Grace to be Preserved from the Infection of Evil Company

Growth in Grace

Grace to Redeem and Improve Time

Wisdom

Prayers Amid Affliction

Time of Affliction

Confession of Sin Used Amid Affliction

God’s Servant Pleading the Promises Amid Affliction

God’s Servant Praying That the End of His Affliction May Be Answered

Patience Under Afflictions

Grace to Adhere to God Whatever Sufferings May Attend Us

A Prayer Respecting Our Latter End

Christian Magistrates in General, and for the King and Parliament

For the Ministers of the Gospel

Prayers of Thanks

Grace to Give Thanks

For Creation and Preservation

For The Wonderful Work of Redemption by Our Lord Jesus Christ

For Being Born in A Christian Country, Baptism, and Religious Education

For Scriptural Encouragement to Sinners

For the Great Blessings of the Covenant of Grace

For Supports Under, and Recovery from Sickness

For the Scriptures

By Topic

Joy

By Scripture

Old Testament

Genesis

Exodus

Leviticus

Numbers

Deuteronomy

Joshua

Judges

Ruth

1 Samuel

2 Samuel

1 Kings

2 Kings

1 Chronicles

2 Chronicles

Ezra

Nehemiah

Esther

Job

Psalms

Proverbs

Ecclesiastes

Song of Solomon

Isaiah

Jeremiah

Lamentations

Ezekiel

Daniel

Hosea

Joel

Amos

Obadiah

Jonah

Micah

Nahum

Habakkuk

Zephaniah

Haggai

Zechariah

Malachi

New Testament

Matthew

Mark

Luke

John

Acts

Romans

1 Corinthians

2 Corinthians

Galatians

Ephesians

Philippians

Colossians

1 Thessalonians

2 Thessalonians

1 Timothy

2 Timothy

Titus

Philemon

Hebrews

James

1 Peter

2 Peter

1 John

2 John

3 John

Jude

Revelation

By Author

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