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Rediscover the Power of Prayer 

Prayer is one of the greatest privileges of the Christian life—and one of its greatest neglected treasures. In The Spirit of Prayer, Puritan pastor Nathaniel Vincent offers a warm, practical, and deeply biblical guide to a life shaped by constant communion with God. 

Drawing from Ephesians 6:18, Vincent unfolds what it means to "pray always," showing believers why prayer is essential for spiritual strength, perseverance, holiness, and joy. Far from being a theoretical treatise, these sermons were forged in the fires of persecution and personal suffering, giving them a timeless depth and pastoral warmth that still speaks powerfully today. 

Carefully modernised for today's readers while preserving Vincent's rich insights, this new edition makes a classic work on prayer accessible to a new generation. Whether you are struggling to maintain a consistent prayer life or longing for deeper fellowship with God, Vincent points you back to the throne of grace with wisdom, conviction, and hope. 

Rich in Scripture, practical in application, and Christ-centred throughout, The Spirit of Prayer is an enduring reminder that the Christian's strength is found not in self-reliance but in humble, persistent dependence upon God. 

Features: 

• A trusted Puritan classic, thoughtfully modernised for today's readers 
• A practical exposition of Ephesians 6:18 and the Christian life of prayer 
• Encouragement for personal, family, and corporate prayer 
• Rich biblical teaching on perseverance, spiritual warfare, and communion with God 
• An ideal resource for personal devotion, discipleship, and church study

Nathaniel Vincent

Nathaniel Vincent (c.1639-1697) was an English nonconformist minister. He was appointed by Oliver Cromwell to be one of the first fellows of Durham University. His powerful preaching style and ability to explain things simply made him one of the most popular puritans published in his day.