Tag Archives: Practice the Presence of God

The Presence of God

Posted on February 15, 2019 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

Today’s offering comes from the “spiritual maxims” of Brother Lawrence – a 17th Century kitchen help in a monastery, whose letters and maxims have survived the centuries: The holiest, most common, most necessary practice in the spiritual life is the … Continue reading →

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Prayer as Communion

Posted on February 8, 2019 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

While Jesus certainly prayed vocally both in private and public, these utterances did not encompass the fullness of his relationship with his Father. A fuller reading of the Gospels shows that Jesus lived in constant communion with the Father even when … Continue reading →

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Residing Prayer

Posted on August 7, 2015 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

“When the Holy Spirit has come to reside in someone, that person cannot stop praying; for the Spirit prays without ceasing in him.  No matter if he is asleep or awake, prayer is going on in his heart all the … Continue reading →

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