The Practice of the Presence of God: Day 15~Letters: Preface & 1st

This episode marks a transition as we shift from third-person accounts of Brother Lawrence's spirituality to his own first-person reflections captured in his letters.

We begin with the preface, originally penned in 1692, which sets the stage by acknowledging the legacy of the Carmelites and highlighting Brother Lawrence, who humbly sought to avoid the spotlight during his life. The preface describes how, despite his humility, Providence has chosen to spotlight his saintliness posthumously, making his teachings accessible to those yearning for a deeper understanding of divine intimacy. Brother Lawrence’s letters, filled with devotion and practicality, have been compiled to share with a wider audience, inviting all Christians to glean wisdom from his practice of constant communion with God.