Re-Enchanting Re-enchanting... God & suffering - Esther Maria Magnis
Apr 2, 2025
Esther Maria Magnis, a German writer and author of "With or Without Me," shares her poignant journey through faith and loss. In a raw conversation, she explores childhood grief following her father's cancer diagnosis and how it shaped her spirituality. Esther navigates the tension between belief and materialism, the symbolism of colors in her memoir, and the power of shared prayers among siblings. With authenticity, she discusses wrestling with faith amidst suffering and the beauty found in connecting with the divine through life's hardships.
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Childhood Encounter with God
- As a child, Esther Maria Magnis had a profound experience at the ocean, sensing a loving and absolute presence.
- She felt an unconditional love and a deep self-awareness, waving at what she identified as God.
Prayer During Father's Illness
- When her father was diagnosed with cancer, Magnis felt an overwhelming urge to pray, consuming her every thought and action.
- This intense prayer felt like a direct connection to God, a desperate plea woven into her being.
Praying with Siblings
- Magnis and her siblings shared an unspoken desire to pray for their father and gathered in the attic.
- In the shared silence, they experienced a profound peace and a sense of God's waiting presence.
