.:. promise of rest

The Lord replied, 'My Presence will go with you and I will give you rest.'

Exodus 33:14

.:. books for contemplation

In our world of intense busy-ness it is so easy to lose sight of who we are in God. We tend to believe that our value is based on what we do, and that what we do has to be perfect. This performance orientation causes many of us to come to grief, emotionally, physically and spiritually. We find ourselves unable to connect with ourselves, with others, and with God. We are poorer for it.

We would do well to pause awhile and discover the contemplative way (or rediscover it if we've lost it). Our peace and well being grow out of our knowing who we are in relationship to God. We were made to enjoy God, and to enjoy him forever.

In my pilgrim journey I've found that many have gone before and have written of their experiences. This has been such and encouragement to me in my own journey. I list here some of the books that have helped me draw near to Jesus and spend time in his wonderful presence. May you be blest and encouraged as well.

This page is under construction... enjoy what's here!

.: From the Christian Mystics:

The Seeking Heart by Fenelon. From the Library of Spiritual Classics. Search for other books by Fenelon at Amazon	Fenelon: Meditations on the Heart of God, another book of Fenelon's this time from the Christian Classics
Revelations of Divine Love by Mother Julian of Norwich.	I Promise You a Crown: A 40-Day Journey in the Company of Julian of Norwich.
You Set My Spirit Free: A 40-Day Journey in the Company of John of the Cross (Rekindling the Inner Fires). A superb compilation of the writings of John of the Cross.	.

.: More recent writings:

$The Eye of the Eagle : Meditations on the Hymn \$ The Eye of the Eagle : Meditations on the Hymn "Be Thou my Vision" by David Adam.	The Cry of the Deer by David Adam.
When the Soul Listens: Finding Rest and Direction in Contemplative Prayer by Jan Johnson. I found this to be very helpful in learning more of contemplative prayer and coming to a place of rest with God.	.