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Sep 28, 2008
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There are some books which are almost too good to be able to describe. (Reading my friend Caterina’s excellent recent review of this book got me to read my own and made me aware of the need to update it!) She also introduced me to another, more complete edition of this book which I want to check out when I next have time to return to this book. As a novice Secular Carmelite, I hope we will be reading this in the years ahead.
One of the many beautiful things about this book is its simplicity. Anot ...more
One of the many beautiful things about this book is its simplicity. Anot ...more
Finished listening to this again. As my husband was walking through the room and caught snatches of the CD playing he commented, “Sounds like he’s talking about me.” Abandonment to Divine Providence has universal appeal, although different parts speak more at different times in our lives.
I’m especially challenged now—as always—to let go of my own ideas and plans, to remain in the present moment and to trustfully surrender all to His adorable Will, His loving Providence.
I will be due to read thi ...more
I’m especially challenged now—as always—to let go of my own ideas and plans, to remain in the present moment and to trustfully surrender all to His adorable Will, His loving Providence.
I will be due to read thi ...more
A lot of wisdom to ponder in this book. It would probably serve me better a little further down my spiritual journey.
Recommended for those well on the path.
Recommended for those well on the path.
it gets redundant in places, but at the same time there are so many golden nuggets of wisdom to be found here, practical advice, much of which I've never encountered in quite the same fashion, especially with regards to my daily activities, thought processes, prayer. especially useful for overthinkers like me.
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