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“That his prayer was nothing else but a sense of the presence of GOD, his soul being at that time insensible to everything but Divine love: and that when the appointed times of prayer were past, he found no difference, because he still continued with GOD, praising and blessing Him with all his…” quote by Brother Lawrence
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“That his prayer was nothing else but a sense of the presence of GOD, his soul being at that time insensible to everything but Divine love: and that when the appointed times of prayer were past, he found no difference, because he still continued with GOD, praising and blessing Him with all his might, so that he passed his life in continual joy; yet hoped that GOD would give him somewhat to suffer, when he should grow stronger.”

Brother Lawrence

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A deep, continuous awareness of God's love sustains joy, even through suffering.

In simple terms: God's love brings lasting joy despite hardship.

Key Takeaway

Seek divine presence daily.

Themes

spirituality joy endurance

Mood

peaceful reflective

Type

devotional inspirational

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • daily meditation
  • overcoming hardship
  • faith practice

Key Concepts

Divine love contemplation suffering

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain joy in hardship?
  • What practices deepen your sense of divine presence?
A Different Perspective

Suffering may still challenge faith.

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