R.A. Torrey: Apostle of Certainty

by Roger Martin

James Stalker, in his book, "The Life of Paul" (New York: Revell, 1912), said, "There are some men whose lives it is impossible to study without perceiving the impression that they were expressly sent into the world to do a work required by the juncture of history on which they fell." Is it possible to conceive of the rise and spread of Christianity apart from Paul? How would Christianity have fared without Augustine? What would the reformation have been without Luther, Calvin, Zwingli or Knox? In similar fashion Reuben Archer Torrey was called as an apostle for the hour in which he lived. Torrey did not desire that his biography be written. An humble man who sought to give Christ the preeminence, he feared exessive eulogizing. However, just such a work needed to be done, and truly, a thorough biography of R. A. Torrey was long overdue. Hence, we present to you this thoroughly researched tome by Dr. Martin. The aim of this volume is not to diminish but rather to exhibit the glory of God as it was manifest in the life of His servant, Dr. R. A. Torrey.

Genres: Biography

300 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2000

Reviews

[Brock Henry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dr. Roger Martin has written a well‑researched biography that maintains a folksy flair throughout. Torrey is a well‑known figure, yet his life has remained veiled in the darkness of obscurity for many in recent generations. Martin has brought R. A. Torrey back into the light for generations to come.

One particularly striking and memorable moment is found in one of Torry's late‑life sermons, where he said "If I had my life to live all over again, I would spend less time praying and more time feeding on the Word of God". Fitting statement, for he was through and through a Bible man.

I would give it a 4.5, I have rated it 5 star because you should read this book.

[Read1000books · Rating 3 out of 5]

A biography of the man who was Dwight L. Moody's assistant, the first president of Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, and a successful evangelist who held large revival campaigns around the world. It will encourage you to do more for the Lord with your life.