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  • Practice of the Presence of God

  • Being Conversations and Letters of Nicholas Hermann of Lorraine
  • By: Brother Lawrence
  • Narrated by: Scott Brick
  • Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (42 ratings)

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By: Brother Lawrence
Narrated by: Scott Brick
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Summary

Nicholas Herman (c. 1605-1691) was born in Lorraine, France and served as a cook and shoe repairer at a Carmelite monastery. He was only a lay member of the order, and walked with a limp from injuries incurred as a soldier, yet his private thoughts provide a wellspring of devotional insight and refreshment.
Public Domain (P)2008 christianaudio.com
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Definite recommendation for anyone desiring to live in the Presence of God and to be set free from self condemnation

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Excellent book well read

This is a super book and it’s well read. I was given the paper back version quite providentially and drank it in, it’s very powerful.

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Divine Disability

Brother Lawrence found God through a broken and dysfunctional body. He was mentally free despite the nature of his physical suffering. Grace accompanied him on every step of his journey - even when rolling over objects because his leg did not work properly. Herein lies the essence of the lesson - we are free when we chose to be. Peace and love to all who read these words.

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great narration and advice about chasing with God

I took issue with the last section, where there was advice about not using a physician and relying directly on God. this is dangerously heretical. God works through Doctor's.

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Good

Good to hear the books all available in audible one of the top most book listening app which I liked very much

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Peace through contemplation in His presence

I slowed the speed of narration in order to use these letters as contemplative prayer.
Rich and deep and while I did not agree with some of His statements, I found Brother Lawrence inspiring a hunger in me to seek His presence.

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