THE PRACTICE OF THE PRESENCE OF GOD IBD

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Practice turning ordinary life experiences into a conversation with God!With all the distractions and busyness of everyday life, trying to remain connected to God can be a real challenge. Fortunately, a Carmelite monk named Brother Lawrence understood this problem and laid out a spiritual approach to living in GodâÇÖs presence that is as practical today as it was almost four hundred years ago.Since it was first published in 1691,áThe Practice of the Presence of Godácontains a collection of notes, letters, and interviews given by Brother Lawrence to his friends as a way of helping them turn ordinary daily life events into conversations with God.Based on this timeless classic,áThe Practice of the Presence of God: A 40-Day Devotionáguides readers on a 40-day journey through the wisdom of Brother Lawrence, related Scripture passages, and devotional thoughts that bring you into a more conversational relationship with God.The Practice of the Presence of God: A 40-Day Devotionáincludes:Daily devotional readings with book excerpt, Scripture references, and devotional thoughtsThe complete conversations and letters from Brother LawrenceAdditional resources including a small-group discussion guide,áSpiritual Maxims, andáThe Life of Brother Lawrenceáavailable for free onlinePerfect for book clubs, small groups, or individual Bible studyAvailable in print or e-book formatsDevote some time to examining the content of this small but powerful book that has inspired millions of Christians over centuries to develop a deeper awareness of the presence of God.Frequently Asked Questions:Does the book include the entire work of Brother Lawrence?This book includes the conversations and letters that make up the bulk of the work commonly known as The Practice of the Presence of God as well as a 40-day devotional plan that guides you through sections of the writings of Brother Lawrence. Additionally, we have made available Spirituals Maxims by Brother Lawrence and The Life of Brother Lawrence for free on the publisherâÇÖs website.What is the format of the devotional?The daily devotional readings include a book excerpt, Scripture references, and a devotional thought for each day. The devotion can be started at any time of the year and is flexible to individual readerâÇÖs schedules.Is there a group discussion guide?Yes! You will find a free group discussion guide on the publisherâÇÖs website that is perfect for individual and small group use.Can anyone lead the group discussion?Absolutely! The questions are created in a discussion format allowing leaders to simply guide participants through each study question.