William Bramwell (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- October 26, 2022

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Audiobook Live recordings from RLCF Family Prayer Meetings during which Santosh Poonen shares Christian biographies adapted for children Based loosely on the chapter from the book, "They Knew Their God" by Harvey, Harvey & Hey ----- http://rlcf.church River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA

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The video recounts the life of William Bramwell, known as the Apostle of Prayer, highlighting his deep devotion to prayer and God's guidance. It emphasizes that true peace and salvation come only through faith in Christ, not through outward religious observance or good works. Bramwell's life illustrates the necessity of confessing sin and returning to God's forgiveness.

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Introduction to William Bramwell Santosh Poonen introduces William Bramwell, a Methodist pastor born in 1759 known as the Apostle of Prayer, sharing an early account of how his close communion with God saved a woman's life.

Bramwell's background and early honestyBorn in Lancashire, William grows up in a strict religious family and becomes an apprentice leather worker, gaining a reputation for extreme honesty.

Torment of sin and finding salvation in ChristDespite his clean outward life, William suffers deep inner torment and tries various methods to earn salvation until his eyes are opened to find peace and forgiveness through faith in Christ alone.

Backsliding and finding the Methodist movementAfter briefly backsliding due to bad company, William overcomes prejudices against the methodists, attends their small home meetings, and rediscovers his lost comfort when John Wesley preaches.

The hunger for a deeper work and purityRealizing his natural heart is still evil, William cries out for purity and holiness, eventually learning to seek this blessing not by works of the law, but by trusting Christ alone in faith.

Heaven comes down into his soulWhile reflecting in a friend's house, William is suddenly filled with the assurance of salvation and love, overcoming the devil's temptation to remain silent and speaking boldly about his experience.

Holiness through constant communionBramwell realizes that true holiness is easily lost and depends entirely on maintaining a constant, unbroken communion with the Heavenly Father.

Ministry in northern villages and intense prayerServing in small villages like Dury and Hull, Bramwell gives himself continually to early morning prayer meetings, fasting, and agonizing over the spiritual apathy of people around him.

Intensifying prayer near the end of lifeIn his fifties and realizing he is on the brink of eternity, Bramwell spends even more time in prayer, warning fellow believers against spiritual laziness and self-indulgence.

Going home to be with the LordAfter spending the night in earnest prayer in 1818, William Bramwell goes for a walk, falls ill on the street, and passes away to be with the Lord before turning 60.

Reflections from D.L. Moody and John Mott on prayerSantosh Poonen concludes by citing D.L. Moody and John Mott, emphasizing that those who leave the deepest mark on a sin-cursed earth are those who wield the force of vital communion with God in prayer.

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William Bramwell (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- October 26, 2022

Santosh Poonen · October 26, 2024 · 37m

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The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

Bramwell's background and early honestyBorn in Lancashire, William grows up in a strict religious family and becomes an apprentice leather worker, gaining a reputation for extreme honesty.

Holiness through constant communionBramwell realizes that true holiness is easily lost and depends entirely on maintaining a constant, unbroken communion with the Heavenly Father.

Going home to be with the LordAfter spending the night in earnest prayer in 1818, William Bramwell goes for a walk, falls ill on the street, and passes away to be with the Lord before turning 60.

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