The Practice of the Presence of God Free Audiobook Download by Brother Lawrence


Brother Lawrence was a 17th century Carmelite monastery who spent his time in prayer and meditation. There are many references to Brother Lawrence's 'practice' when he was not working at the monastery. He practiced the presence of God by spending much of his day in silence, contemplation, and occasional prayer. 'The Practice of the Presence of God' is an amazing book about Brother Lawrence's spiritual journey that is narrated by Brian Kelly.

The Practice of the Presence of God is a Christian spiritual text written by Brother Lawrence, a 17th-century French monk. The book includes four essays on Brother Lawrence's spiritual life, and his thoughts on how to live in intimacy with God. According to Oprah, this book is one "everyone should have read by age 30."

Brother Lawrence, who wrote the book "The Practice of the Presence of God" doesn't want people to think they have to be in a holy place or that they can only practice it when they're going to Mass. He insists that we can do it anywhere and at any time--in business and in play.

Brother Lawrence (d. 1691) is a French layman and the author of "The Practice of the Presence of God," an autobiography in which he describes his conversion and mastery of a simple spiritual discipline, namely prayer to God in the presence of God. His use of this practice was so successful that he believed it was possible to achieve consistent communion with God in one's daily occupation, even amid trials and temptations.

The Practice of the Presence of God is an autobiography by Brother Lawrence, a 17th-century Carmelite monk. The writing details the author's time practicing the presence of God. It also has some great insights into how to live your life. The audiobook is narrated by Brian Kelly who does an excellent job with both character voices and inflections.

This is a book about the practice and experience of the presence of God. It is the story of Brother Lawrence, recounting what he learned from his meeting with Jesus in 1666. He was simply climbing a set of stairs when he met Jesus, who told him that he would show himself to Brother Lawrence in this way twice a day for fifteen years. This book is not about mysticism or fortune-telling. Nor does it pretend to be what some might call Christian psychology, or self-help. Rather, it presents us with the possibility that we can have communion with God even amidst all our daily activities.

Published Date 2018-06-01
Duration 1 hours 20 minutes
Author Brother Lawrence
Narrated Brian Kelly
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Is It Free? 30-days Free
Category Fiction & Literature
Parent Category Classics, Essays & Anthologies

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