The Practice of the Presence of God
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Ratings18
Average rating4.1
There is not in the world a way of life more sweet, nor more delightful than continual converse with God. Those only who practise it, and savour it, can understand it. It was as a lay monk in a monastery kitchen that Brother Lawrence discovered the delight of a continual awareness of God's presence. Despite his modest position, Brother Lawrence's deep joy in his relationship with God led him to counsel numerous people in society, and after his death his wisdom was distilled into the volume THE PRACTICE OF THE PRESENCE OF GOD. An enduring spiritual classic, it remains an inspiring invitation to all who long for more of God's presence in their lives.
This simply written little book about prayer and Christian life combines two classics in one -- each a primer of practical Christian devotion. The works beautifully convey the thoughts of a 17th-century Carmelite monk and have much to say to those trying to live a spiritual life in a busy, modern world.
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How could one not be enamored and inspired by such a lovely account of an extraordinary man. Rarely have I felt the raptures he speaks of- but I pray I know them more and more each passing day.
“I prayed for wonders instead of happiness, and You gave them to me.” —Abraham Joshua Heschel
Listened to the audio for church book club - barely over an hour and 15 minutes, and entirely epistolary. Main takeaway was that it's pointless to feel guilt for the time NOT spent with God, or guilt for being distracted during prayer, but rather that any time you can spend will be a delight to God, who is always near. Looking forward to hearing what book club thinks.
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