Turning to the Mystics with James Finley A Coaching Session on Brother Lawrence
Nov 3, 2025
Dive into a coaching session exploring Brother Lawrence's teachings on practicing the presence of God. Discover how simplicity transforms ordinary moments into sacred ones. Learn about cultivating faithfulness without anxiety and the importance of the heart in spiritual practice. Jim offers practical tips on forming habits of presence through brief reflections. Plus, unpack the interplay of mind, heart, and soul in deepening your connection. Prepare for a journey of sincere prayer and contemplative silence!
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Begin With Sustained Attentiveness
- Begin Lectio Divina with sustained attentiveness to hear God speaking through Brother Lawrence's words.
- Read one phrase slowly, pause, and receive it as God addressing you through the mystic's voice.
Respond With Discursive Prayer
- After listening, speak back to God in discursive meditation and journal responses or questions.
- Ask God for help to deepen awareness because contemplation often blossoms unexpectedly.
Contemplation Blossoms Subtly
- Contemplation is wordless resting that can arise subtly during practice.
- Habitual rendezvous with God requires time because the experience is often very subtle.
