What does it mean to practice the presence of God? Rather than relying on “cafeteria-style spirituality,” Joni Eareckson Tada reminds us that God shares His joy on His terms—and His terms call for us to, in some measure, suffer like Jesus.
In fact, Joni goes on to describe how Christians too often want to numb or run away from pain and discomfort. But if we want to get to know this “man of sorrows,” God wants us to feel our own afflictions deeply.
Listen in to the full Haven Today radio series featuring Joni’s full interview to hear more about practicing the presence of Jesus.
The Practice of the Presence of Jesus by Joni Eareckson Tada
Daily Meditations on the Nearness of Our Savior
Discover the joy of intentionally dwelling in the presence of God as Joni Eareckson Tada weaves contemporary insights with the timeless wisdom of seventeenth-century monk Brother Lawrence.
“Suffering has a way of heaving you beyond the shallows of life where your faith feels ankle-deep. It casts you out into the fathomless depths of God.” — Joni, from the Introduction
The Practice of the Presence of Jesus ushers in wisdom from two everyday saints—Joni and Brother Lawrence—to teach and inspire you to experience the nearness of God in your life. Through rich devotional content from Brother Lawrence’s The Practice of the Presence of God, accompanied by original art and never-before-published insights from Joni, you’ll experience a unique blend of past and present wisdom on such themes as humility, thankfulness, fear, worship, obedience, and more. Each devotion ushers you into the peace of the Good Shepherd.
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We just ordered your book yesterday, and I’m really looking forward to reading it. And how coincidental that I’ve just finished reading Brother Lawrence’s book by David Winter for about my fourth time, especially the part about dealing with pain (of which I have a good amount as well). It was given to me by our ex-pastor’s wife when I was baptized last year and it is so meaningful. Thank you for all that you are doing as you work for Jesus and spread his word.
Thank you for sharing, Debbie! A great coincidence indeed! We pray this book will be a blessing to you as you deal with pain in your own life.
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