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The Practice of the Presence of God

Brother Lawrence

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Experience God's presence in daily, humble tasks.

Imagine finding profound spirituality in the mundane—peeling potatoes, washing dishes. "The Practice of the Presence of God" by Brother Lawrence offers just that: a guide to recognizing the divine in the everyday. This book could be a balm to your soul, a gentle reminder that holiness isn't reserved for saints in cathedrals, but is accessible to you, amidst the noise and clutter of daily life. It's a slender volume that packs a potent promise: peace and communion with God, no matter where you are or what you're doing.

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The Practice of the Presence of God

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ISBN: 9780883681053
Publisher: Whitaker House
Date of Publication: 1982-06-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Religion
Goodreads rating: 4.31
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Brother Lawrence was a man of humble beginnings who discovered the greatest secret of living in the kingdom of God here on earth. It is the art of "practicing the presence of God in one single act that does not end." He often stated that it is God who paints Himself in the depths of our soul. We must merely open our hearts to receive Him and His loving presence. As a humble cook, Brother Lawrence learned an important lesson through each daily chore: The time he spent in communion with the Lord should be the same, whether he was bustling around in the kitchen--with several people asking questions at the same time--or on his knees in prayer. He learned how to cultivate the deep presence of God so thoroughly in his own heart that he was able to joyfully exclaim, "I am doing now what I will do for all eternity. I am blessing God, praising Him, adoring Him, and loving Him with all my heart." For nearly 300 years, this unparalleled classic has given both blessing and instruction to those who can be content with nothing less than knowing God in all His majesty and feeling His loving presence throughout each simple day.
 

Experience God's presence in daily, humble tasks.

Imagine finding profound spirituality in the mundane—peeling potatoes, washing dishes. "The Practice of the Presence of God" by Brother Lawrence offers just that: a guide to recognizing the divine in the everyday. This book could be a balm to your soul, a gentle reminder that holiness isn't reserved for saints in cathedrals, but is accessible to you, amidst the noise and clutter of daily life. It's a slender volume that packs a potent promise: peace and communion with God, no matter where you are or what you're doing.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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