The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence
- Description: A collection of letters and conversations from Brother Lawrence, a 17th-century monk, on how to cultivate a constant awareness of God’s presence.
- Themes: Prayer, mindfulness, and intimacy with God.
- Strengths: Simple yet profound, with practical advice for spiritual growth.
- Weaknesses: Some readers find its repetitive or overly simplistic.
- Review: A timeless classic that continues to inspire believers to live in constant communion with God.
Excerpts:
“We ought not to be weary of doing little things for the love of God, who regards not the greatness of the work, but the love with which it is performed.”
“There is not in the world a kind of life more sweet and delightful than that of a continual conversation with God.”
“We must trust God once and for all and abandon ourselves to Him alone.”
