The Practice of the Presence of God
by Brother Lawrence
The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence holds a highly rated rating of 4.32 out of 5, based on 23.9K reader ratings. First published in 1691. The book spans 96 pages.
About The Practice of the Presence of God
Brother Lawrence was a man of humble beginnings who discovered the greatest secret of living in the kingdom of God here on earth. It is the art of “practicing the presence of God in one single act that does not end.” He often stated that it is God who paints Himself in the depths of our souls. We must merely open our hearts to receive Him and His loving presence. As a humble cook, Brother Lawrence learned an important lesson through each daily chore: The time he spent in communion with the Lord should be the same, whether he was bustling around in the kitchen—with several people asking questions at the same time—or on his knees in prayer. He learned to cultivate the deep presence of God so thoroughly in his own heart that he was able to joyfully exclaim, “I am doing now what I will do for all eternity. I am blessing God, praising Him, adoring Him, and loving Him with all my heart.” This unparalleled classic has given both blessing and instruction to those who can be content with nothing less than knowing God in all His majesty and feeling His loving presence throughout each simple day.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Brother Lawrence |
| Published | 1691 |
| Pages | 96 |
| Genres | Christian, Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Religion & Spirituality, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.32 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 23,889 |
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What genre is The Practice of the Presence of God?
The Practice of the Presence of God is categorized as Christian, Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Religion & Spirituality. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The Practice of the Presence of God worth reading?
Based on 23.9K reader ratings, The Practice of the Presence of God has an average score of 4.32 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Practice of the Presence of God?
The Practice of the Presence of God has 96 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Practice of the Presence of God?
The Practice of the Presence of God was written by Brother Lawrence. It was first published in 1691.
What is the ISBN for The Practice of the Presence of God?
The ISBN-13 for The Practice of the Presence of God is 630809681058.0.
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