Andrew Alexander Bonar (1810–92) was a Scottish minister, theologian, and author who played a key role in the Free Church of Scotland. Renowned for his Christian literature, he dedicated his life to missionary work and theological education, shaping generations of ministers and believers.
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, he studied theology at the University of Edinburgh. Ordained in 1838, Bonar became a close associate of Robert Murray M’Cheyne, a fellow preacher and revivalist. He was instrumental in the Disruption of 1843, leading to the Free Church of Scotland’s formation. His ministry emphasized evangelism, holiness, and biblical scholarship.
His most notable work, Memoir and Remains of Robert Murray M’Cheyne (1844,) offered insight into M’Cheyne’s life and ministry, becoming a widely read Christian classic. Other major publications include Commentary on Leviticus (1846,) Christ and His Church in the Book of Psalms (1860,) and Diary and Letters of Andrew Bonar (1894.) His writings centered on biblical interpretation, devotion, and spiritual renewal.
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There is no hope but in prayer.
—Andrew Bonar
Topics: Prayer
O brother, pray; in spite of Satan, pray; spend hours in prayer; rather neglect friends than not pray; rather fast, and lose breakfast, dinner, tea, and supper—and sleep too—than not pray. And we must not talk about prayer, we must pray in right earnest. The Lord is near. He comes softly while the virgin slumbers.
—Andrew Bonar
Topics: Prayer
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