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100 Days in the Secret Place

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This book is a collection of writings from the Roman Catholics Francois Fenelon, Michael Molinos, and Madame Guyon. It's good, deep stuff dealing on the topics of the cross and prayer. The writings are not broken into a "daily devotional" format as the title may lead one to believe, but the book can be read in such a way since it is broken down into "small bits."

The book has three sections: Way of the Cross, Drawing Inward, and Stepping Into His Presence. Within each section, each "author" is given about ten small chapters (usually no more than a couple pages).

Most of Guyon's writings come from the SeedSower's book edited by Edwards called, Experiencing The Depths of Jesus Chrsit Through Prayer, so buying this book will offer nothing new from Guyon if you already have the other book. I'm guessing that the writings from Molinos comes from his, The Spiritual Guide.

There is very little scripture in this book, but what is taught is very, very good (of course, not everyone may agree with what is written). The chapters deal with the cross, suffering, real prayer, inward prayer, silence, meditation on scripture, listening to God, knowing God, love, and beholding the Lord, among others.

The book also includes short biographies of the three authors.

If you are a true seeker of the Lord this book is what you need to add to your library. It keeps me inspired and gives me a longing to know the Lord in a more intimate relationship then I have ever known Him. Don't let this book pass you by.

This book is one in a million. It is filled with wisdom and knowledge that will consume you. It will help you to know where you are in your walk with the Lord along with words of encouragement. I have given this book as gifts and have received wonderful responses to them. It is a book that you will read over and over again because it is filled with so much meat that fulfills the soul and will enlighten you to a life in Christ.

Gene Edwards is an excellent author and I have read all of his books and recommend them as well. He is an exciting story teller that makes the stories come alive.

You will be blessed!

Margaret C. Duran
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It is rare that we find a book that is life changing, but this is the one for me. Just think, these three authors wrote this nearly four hundred years ago. It is not a book to be read quickly, but to savor slowly. What depth !!! I bought four copies from Amazon.com to give away and plan to get more.

I have read, re-read, highlighted...put sticky notes. This book is a staple in my study library and I pick it up quite often.