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Sacrament of the Present Moment, the by Jean-Pierre De Caussade

Sacrament of the Present Moment, the

Jean-Pierre De Caussade

HarperCollins · Print & ebook · December 8, 2009

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Who it’s for
A contemplative work of Christian guidance finds spiritual meaning in the moments already before you.
Themes
Christian spiritual practice, Abandonment to God, Grace and overcoming pride
Genres
Devotional Readings, Mysticism, Prayer

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About this book

The Sacrament of the Present Moment is the three hundred-year-old classic of spiritual guidance and enlightenment by Jean-Pierre de Caussade, ordained member of the Society of Jesus. In this wise, hopeful, and powerfully stirring masterwork of Christian thought and daily practice, de Caussade encourages a selfless abandonment to God as a means of achieving grace and conquering pride and ego.

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Each day is a sacrament, the author assures us, and the lessons and wisdom of The Sacrament of the Present Moment can better enable us to hear God’s voice as He speaks to us, always, with love.

Grace in the Everyday

A contemplative work of Christian guidance finds spiritual meaning in the moments already before you.

Come here for

  • A reflection on daily life as a sacrament
  • Guidance toward selflessness and grace

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  • Hopeful, stirring Christian thought
  • A focus on hearing God in the present moment

Where it sits

Mysticism35%
Devotional Readings28%
Prayer28%

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  • Devotional Readings
  • Inspirational Christian Books
  • Spiritual Growth
  • Devotionals
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  • Spirituality
Authors
Jean-Pierre De Caussade
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
December 8, 2009
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Christian spiritual practice · Abandonment to God · Grace and overcoming pride
Reading lane
Devotional Readings