Communication Quote by Peter Kreeft
““Brother Lawrence says, in The Practice of the Presence of God , 'There is not in the world a kind of life more sweet and delightful than that of a continual conversation with God. Those only can comprehend it who practice and experience it' (Letter 5). No one who has ever tried it has ever given it a lesser rating than that. For even though our prayer-contact with God may be almost infinitely poor, the God we thus contact is infinitely rich! Therefore, 'we are to be pitied who content ourselves with so little. God has infinite treasure to bestow' (Letter 4). What is that? 'What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, not the heart of man conceived, what God has prepared for those who love him' (1 Cor 2:9).””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Practice of the Presence of God, translation, 1993
Continuous conversation with God offers unparalleled joy; those who practice experience infinite richness despite limited ability.
In simple terms: Prayer brings deep, unmatched happiness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate ongoing dialogue with the divine.
Themes
spirituality
joy
faith
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- meditation
- spiritual retreats
Key Concepts
theology
mysticism
human longing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you deepen your spiritual conversation?
- What does “infinite treasure” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone embraces or understands this practice.
