Prayer with Purpose: a call for faith to stand against slavery
This nonfiction collection gathers sermons and exhortations that urge Christians to pray for the abolition of slavery in America.
It argues that intense, faithful prayer can move public opinion, strengthen moral resolve, and support transformative political action without hatred or violence.
Readers will encounter the moral case for emancipation, the role of spiritual leaders, and practical guidance for praying in churches and homes. The text frames slavery as a grave injustice and invites a disciplined, hopeful response through prayer that seeks justice for the oppressed.
- A clear rationale linking prayer to social justice and national renewal
- Arguments about who counts as the oppressed and why their prayers matter
- Guidance for ministers and congregations on fostering prayerful action
- Discussion of the consequences of slavery and the stakes for liberty and faith
Ideal for readers interested in abolition-era religious writings, sermons, and historical calls to faith-led social change.