| Title | : | The Way of the Heart: Connecting with God Through Prayer, Wisdom, and Silence |
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| ISBN | : | 0345463358 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 978-0345463357 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 112 pages |
| Publication | : | Ballantine Books |
Inspired by the ancient teachings of St. Anthony and the Desert Fathers, The Way of the Heart clears before us a spiritual path consisting of three stepping stones: Solitude (learning not to be alone but to be alone with God); Silence (the discipline by which the inner fire of God is tended and kept alive); and Prayer (standing in the presence of God with the mind in the heart).
Distinguished theologian Henri Nouwen brilliantly illuminates each of these disciplines. In reflections that are beautifully clear and practical, as uplifting on the fourth reading as on the first, he helps us separate the wheat from the chaff in our spiritual livesand reconnects us with what truly matters.
Within this one small book lies the most relevant and inspiring challenge that we shall ever face: to surrender the compulsive noise of the world for the way of the heart that leads us to God.
The Way of the Heart: Connecting with God Through Prayer, Wisdom, and Silence Reviews
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The subtitle of this book says it all: Connecting with God through prayer, wisdom, and silence. Restoring, or regaining connection with the Father is vital for our spiritual health. Nouwen expounds on the necessary ingredients for connecting with God. Those vital
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A good little book with little nuggets
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I had often heard Nouwen praised in various Christian circles but was very disappointed. Nouwen quotes scripture in this book but does not interpret correctly. For example, Nouwen quotes 1 Cor 13:1 but says that "A word not rooted in silence is a weak, powerless word that
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Inspiring book
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Solitude, silence and prayer. I purchased this book having spent a number of months seeking to do of all 3. For too long I've thought communing with God was a reflection of how many experiences I have of Him, whatever form they may take. However, I no longer
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When I saw this book assigned for a class, I shuddered. I often find Nouwen difficult to read. This book is pleasantly different. It is engaging and written in an accessible style. The author's use of the Desert Fathers and Mothers (though unfortunately mostly
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*Will update later* after I've read Got this book in the mail today and was surprised how small it was, and how expensive it is for the physical size. I wanted to read this book based on a recommendation from my church pastor and think it will teach me a lot.
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In his quiet and thoughtful way, he opens one up to consider the deeper matters of the heart of ourselves. Lets one see the benefit of refocusing our inner being for our benefit and for the benefit of those around us. A bit esoteric at times but Henri Nouwen always
