‘The Necessity of Prayer’ by Edward Mc Kenzie (E.M.) Bounds is an essential volume that challenges mediocrity in the Christian life at its very core. For those who strive to live a meaningful and intentional life, this book provides an invaluable resource. Bounds’s writing is profound and full of depth as he speaks from his experience conversing with God, and it draws out the reader’s longing for intimate communion with Him. It offers insight into why we pursue this life and how to regain a heavenly perspective that ensures we do not get bogged down in earthly distractions. This book will inspire you to rise above mediocrity and reinvigorate your relationship with God. ‘The Necessity of Prayer’ by E.M. Bounds is one of the greatest works of a truly profound author, offering a potent antidote against mediocrity and earthly-mindedness in our spiritual lives.