The Practice of the Presence of God: The Original 17th Century Letters and Conversations of Brother Lawrence [Paperback]

Brother Lawrence (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 20, 2007

Brother Lawrence (1614 to 1691) was a monk who today is most commonly remembered for the closeness of his relationship with God, as recorded in this little book. He spent almost all of his adult life in solitude, poverty, and obscurity within the walls of a priory. He was known for profound peace and high commitment to Jesus Christ. He cared not for the worldly status of his tasks, but the motivation behind it. "We can do little things for God," he wrote. "I turn the cake that is frying on the pan for love of him, and that done, if there is nothing else to call me, I prostrate myself in worship before him, who has given me grace to work; afterwards I rise happier than a king. It is enough for me to pick up but a straw from the ground for the love of God." Generations after his death, this book has become one of the most popular Christian books in history. It was oft quoted by John Wesley and A.W. Tozer, and today tens of millions of copies are in circulation. This edition is available on-demand and is printed in its original translated format. Xulon Press is the country's leading on-demand publisher of Christian books, with more than one million copies in print. Visit www.XulonPress.com.

Product Details

• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Xulon Press (April 20, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1602665702
• ISBN-13: 978-1602665705
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars A man of God, December 3, 2009

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This book is a very inspirational collection of Brother Lawrence's letters and personal notes of conversations. Reading this book helped me to realize that God is always present, and we only need to focus on His presence to be fully in His will. Highly recommended to those who thirst for spiritual formational materials, or for those who struggle with understanding the presence of God.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finding God...simple...., June 26, 2010

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Brother Lawrence put his attention on "God" rather than his thoughts, and kept coming back to that until the only thing left was God. How to put your attention on "God"? Look out on the created world for a short moment without thinking. In that brief moment before thought, before labeling or judging or analyzying with your mind, is God. So stop thinking for a moment, notice the peace. Notice the "intelligent silence" and come back to it as often as you can. You can only do it for brief moments before the mind comes in. But it is enough. Give it your faith, your total commitment and and some point, God...Peace...Love...will become continuous and your experience will be that of Brother Lawrence. Simple.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Eureka!!!, February 22, 2010

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This little book was an eye opener for me. Brother Lawrence clearly states how we as God's creatures should understand and relate to our Creator. And, how we relate to Him defines our earthly lives.

Brother Lawrence speaks from his own experience and his strong but simple faith in God.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants a clear explanation of man's relationship to a God who is fully and really present to all of mankind.