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The Kingdom of God is Within You
From one of Christianity’s most beloved devotional writers and speakers of the nineteenth century, here is a series of lectures originally delivered at an annual conference in South Africa on the topic of the Kingdom of God. In his own passionate and persuasive manner, author and theologian Andrew Murray reveals how the Kingdom of God is a real and present reality inside of every single believer.
Murray first tackles the question of what the Kingdom of God is and then goes on to describe for his readers the importance of the indwelling of God, Jesus Christ in us, and our daily fellowship with him.
Though first delivered at a conference in the late nineteenth century, this books remains just as necessary and relevant today as when it was first presented. In this book, Murray reminds us the all-important truth about returning to the basics of our Christian faith. Anyone desiring to uncover or rediscover the heart of the Christian message will be blessed by reading this book.
Murray first tackles the question of what the Kingdom of God is and then goes on to describe for his readers the importance of the indwelling of God, Jesus Christ in us, and our daily fellowship with him.
Though first delivered at a conference in the late nineteenth century, this books remains just as necessary and relevant today as when it was first presented. In this book, Murray reminds us the all-important truth about returning to the basics of our Christian faith. Anyone desiring to uncover or rediscover the heart of the Christian message will be blessed by reading this book.
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First published January 1, 2009
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Andrew Murray
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Murray was Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Murray became a noted missionary leader. His father was a Scottish Presbyterian serving the Dutch Reformed Church of South Africa, and his mother had connections with both French Huguenots and German Lutherans. This background to some extent explains his ecumenical spirit. He was educated at Aberdeen University, Scotland, and at Utrecht University in the Netherlands. After ordination in 1848 he served pastorates at Bloemfontein, Worcester, Cape Town, and Wellington. He helped to found what are now the University College of the Orange Free State and the Stellenbosch Seminary. He served as Moderator of the Cape Synod of the Dutch Reformed Church and was president of both the YMCA (1865) and the South Africa General Mission (1888-1917), now the Africa Evangelical Fellowship.
He was one of the chief promoters of the call to missions in South Africa. This led to the Dutch Reformed Church missions to blacks in the Transvaal and Malawi. Apart from his evangelistic tours in South Africa, he spoke at the Keswick and Northfield Conventions in 1895, making a great impression. upon his British and American audiences. For his contribution to world missions he was given an honorary doctorate by the universities of Aberdeen (1898) and Cape of Good Hope(1907).
Murray is best known today for his devotional writings, which place great emphasis on the need for a rich, personal devotional life. Many of his 240 publications explain in how he saw this devotion and its outworking in the life of the Christian. Several of his books have become devotional classics. Among these are Abide in Christ, Absolute Surrender, With Christ in the School of Prayer, The Spirit of Christ and Waiting on God.
Murray was Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Murray became a noted missionary leader. His father was a Scottish Presbyterian serving the Dutch Reformed Church of South Africa, and his mother had connections with both French Huguenots and German Lutherans. This background to some extent explains his ecumenical spirit. He was educated at Aberdeen University, Scotland, and at Utrecht University in the Netherlands. After ordination in 1848 he served pastorates at Bloemfontein, Worcester, Cape Town, and Wellington. He helped to found what are now the University College of the Orange Free State and the Stellenbosch Seminary. He served as Moderator of the Cape Synod of the Dutch Reformed Church and was president of both the YMCA (1865) and the South Africa General Mission (1888-1917), now the Africa Evangelical Fellowship.
He was one of the chief promoters of the call to missions in South Africa. This led to the Dutch Reformed Church missions to blacks in the Transvaal and Malawi. Apart from his evangelistic tours in South Africa, he spoke at the Keswick and Northfield Conventions in 1895, making a great impression. upon his British and American audiences. For his contribution to world missions he was given an honorary doctorate by the universities of Aberdeen (1898) and Cape of Good Hope(1907).
Murray is best known today for his devotional writings, which place great emphasis on the need for a rich, personal devotional life. Many of his 240 publications explain in how he saw this devotion and its outworking in the life of the Christian. Several of his books have become devotional classics. Among these are Abide in Christ, Absolute Surrender, With Christ in the School of Prayer, The Spirit of Christ and Waiting on God.
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February 24, 2025
Wow. I'm going to need to read this again.
March 10, 2021
The Indwelling Christ
This book is the result of a conference that Mr. Murray seems to have been the evening speaker at in 1895. It is 3 addresses and a conclusion. Though the book is brief, about 56 pages, the content is simple, straightforward and worthy of rumination for hours. It's been a while since I last read Andrew Murray. I now regret my hiatus. There is a profound power in Mr. Murray's simplicity. I highly recommend this for those who follow Jesus.
This book is the result of a conference that Mr. Murray seems to have been the evening speaker at in 1895. It is 3 addresses and a conclusion. Though the book is brief, about 56 pages, the content is simple, straightforward and worthy of rumination for hours. It's been a while since I last read Andrew Murray. I now regret my hiatus. There is a profound power in Mr. Murray's simplicity. I highly recommend this for those who follow Jesus.
May 26, 2022
Refreshing and real.
Very refreshing, no punches pulled straightforward explanation of a relationship with, in, through Jesus Christ.
Something that can be over and over to remind us to stay in constant humility and willingness to forego our own will and relinquish it too the Lord for changes that bring true Joy and fulfillment, it followed.
Very refreshing, no punches pulled straightforward explanation of a relationship with, in, through Jesus Christ.
Something that can be over and over to remind us to stay in constant humility and willingness to forego our own will and relinquish it too the Lord for changes that bring true Joy and fulfillment, it followed.
April 17, 2023
Great read to increase your hunger for a life in the Holy Spirit
This is a series of messages transcribed from a convention in South Africa recorded in the late 1800s. Yet, it may as well have been written last week. Great insights and personal understanding of Murray, who obviously walked closely with His God.
This is a series of messages transcribed from a convention in South Africa recorded in the late 1800s. Yet, it may as well have been written last week. Great insights and personal understanding of Murray, who obviously walked closely with His God.
August 16, 2023
Great depth in his teaching
Really brought me to realize the depth of God being within me. The 19th century language with throwbacks to King James English slowed it down at times. Of course,this also made me pause and reflect on what was being said. Since these are transcripts from a series of teachings he gave, it made it feel as if you were listening to his sermons.
Really brought me to realize the depth of God being within me. The 19th century language with throwbacks to King James English slowed it down at times. Of course,this also made me pause and reflect on what was being said. Since these are transcripts from a series of teachings he gave, it made it feel as if you were listening to his sermons.
June 19, 2018
Know yourself
I’ve always heard it said that others don’t recognize whose you are and whom you are, but I now realize that most of us professed Christians don’t truly know either. A great quick read to gain the knowledge to know yourself and how to start living that life NOW❣️❣️❣️
I’ve always heard it said that others don’t recognize whose you are and whom you are, but I now realize that most of us professed Christians don’t truly know either. A great quick read to gain the knowledge to know yourself and how to start living that life NOW❣️❣️❣️
February 25, 2020
Concise but full of life.
Do you seek a clearer understanding of the life of Christ in a believer?
Then this book is for you. The Light that emanates from this book is life changing.
Thank God for men like Andrew Murray in the body of Christ.
Do you seek a clearer understanding of the life of Christ in a believer?
Then this book is for you. The Light that emanates from this book is life changing.
Thank God for men like Andrew Murray in the body of Christ.
May 10, 2020
A great writing which is still resonant today as when it was written.
A great writing of what it means to have Christ on the throne of your heart. Living in the Kingdom of God. The indwellimg of Christ.
A great writing of what it means to have Christ on the throne of your heart. Living in the Kingdom of God. The indwellimg of Christ.
January 8, 2021
Christ in you is the Kingdom of God in me.
Refreshing read of God’s love to me and His desire to enjoy me. Recommend to anyone who needs assurance of Father’s love n desires for them. Or struggles with that.
Refreshing read of God’s love to me and His desire to enjoy me. Recommend to anyone who needs assurance of Father’s love n desires for them. Or struggles with that.
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December 27, 2021Good insight
As a practicing Christian I know that Christ is alive. We don't worship a dead god . I know that he dwells in my heart. I have been privileged to have him call me by name and speak to me. We can all have that experience seek and yee shall find
As a practicing Christian I know that Christ is alive. We don't worship a dead god . I know that he dwells in my heart. I have been privileged to have him call me by name and speak to me. We can all have that experience seek and yee shall find
April 8, 2020
One of the best books I've read!
September 23, 2020
wonderful -
This books reinforced my love for Andrew Murray. He so lovingly and eloquently communicates truth. I highlighted most of the book. :)
This books reinforced my love for Andrew Murray. He so lovingly and eloquently communicates truth. I highlighted most of the book. :)
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May 5, 2021Just absolutely brilliant.
January 7, 2015
This is another great little book by Andrew Murray. You can tell that he really had a heart for the things of God. This book is all about accepting the finished work of Christ, and allowing Him into your life. He explains quite clearly how we need to allow Christ to truly dwell in our hearts, giving Him rule and reign. I give it a solid 5 stars. Recommended reading for all Christians.
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