Often, in spiritual direction sessions, or when I teach, I remind people that God is always, already present and communicating Love. There is nowhere and no time that the Holy One is not at work, powerfully creating and loving. At times, however, it feels like the contrary. God seems absent, the force of Love from the Holy One seems to have waned and the sweet droplets of grace have dried up.
Prayer is Normal
Previously, I have cited the succinct summary of the life of prayer in four words: Thanks. Please. Wow. Sorry. These four words make so much sense because of how closely they connect with natural, ordinary human activities.
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Contemplative Practice
Prayer is Enough
There are days—many, in fact—when despite my grandest intentions, my discipline of prayer does not turn out as I would like. Sometimes the day gets too full. Sometimes my energy and motivation are low. Sometimes I am sick. Sometimes others’ needs press in on my schedule.
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Contemplative Practice
