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Life of the Beloved
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What does it really mean to live your life in the spirit of Jesus Christ? Tackle this question with Henri Nouwen, the author of such classics as The Return of the Prodigal Son and Life of the Beloved. Perhaps no 20th-century spiritual thinker so profoundly captured the human experience as this Catholic priest and psychologist. Now, in this moving audio program, you have the rare opportunity to listen to Nouwen's voice.
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In this hope-filled book, Nouwen offers a fresh interpretation of modern ministry. Here he offers inspiration to men and women who want to be of service in their Church or community but who have found the traditional ways of ministry alienating and ineffective. According to Nouwen, "the minister is called to recognize the sufferings of his time in his own heart and make that recognition the starting point of his service."
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5 out of 5 stars
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I had to focus but am so glad I did!
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The Inner Voice of Love
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 161
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5 out of 5 stars
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I had to focus but am so glad I did!
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The Inner Voice of Love
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- By: Henri J. M. Nouwen
- Narrated by: Murray Bodo O.F.M.
- Length: 2 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 132
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 108
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Story5 out of 5 stars 109
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Join one of the 20th century's most inspiring spiritual writers on a journey of self-discovery. Society teaches us to define ourselves by the things we have: belongings, education, experiences. Our inner worth depends on our surroundings, and as the Gospels say, we "belong to the world". Spiritual master Henri Nouwen teaches you how to move beyond such traps and achieve a deeper sense of self.
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Love, Henri consists of over 100 letters that stretch from the earliest years of Henri's career up through his last 10 years at L'Arche Daybreak. Rich in spiritual insights, the letters highlight a number themes that emerged in both Henri's work over the years, including vocation, solitude, prayer, suffering, and perseverance in difficult times. These deeply spiritual letters, sometimes poignant, sometimes funny, ulimately demonstrate the rich value of communicating with God through others.
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Collectors Item:Practical Spiritual Life & Beyond
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Here and Now
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The spiritual life is not a life then and there, but a life here and now. It is a life in which the spirit of God is revealed in the ordinary enccounters of every day. With a smile and a tear, Nouwen looks at the day-to-day events of our lives and discovers there places where God chooses to dwell and call us.
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In his decades as a globally recognized teacher, Richard Rohr has helped millions realize what is at stake in matters of faith and spirituality. Yet Rohr has never written on the most perennially talked about topic in Christianity: Jesus. Most know who Jesus was, but who was Christ? Drawing on scripture, history, and spiritual practice, Rohr articulates a transformative view of Jesus Christ as a portrait of God’s constant, unfolding work in the world.
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Nouwen uses the cup as a metaphor to articulate the basic postures of the spiritual life: holding, lifting and drinking. The cup is a powerful image in our human experience. We use cups in our celebrations of a variety of events. Nouwen reminds us that we also use the cup as a symbolic vessel—for sorrow, joy, blessings, salvation.
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"During the past few years, various friends have asked me, 'What do you mean when you speak about the spiritual life?' Every time this question has come up, I have wished I had a small and simple book which could offer the beginning of a response. I have felt that there was a place for a text that could be read within a few hours and could not only explain what the spiritual life is but also create a desire to live it. This feeling caused me to write Making All Things New..."
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this author should be ashamed of himself
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Masterminded by Michael Christensen, PhD, and Rebecca Laird, MA, DMin, The Nouwen Trilogy compiles Nouwen’s unpublished homilies, interviews, classes, and speeches, as well as excerpts from his published writings. Available as an audiobook for the first time ever, Spiritual Formation: Following the Movements of the Spirit is part of this trilogy. These convenient audio sessions move you through the five classical stages of spiritual development: Awakening, Purgation, Illumination, Dark Night, and Unification.
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Pure holy inspiration!!!
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Incredible Book
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Is an imposter robbing you of God's love? Many Christians have bought into the lie that we are worthy of God's love only when our lives are going well. If our families are happy or our jobs are meaningful, life is a success. But when life begins to fall through the cracks and embarrassing sins threaten to reveal our less-than-perfect identity, we scramble to keep up a good front to present to the world - and God. We cower and hide until we can rearrange the mask of perfection and look good again.
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Mind blowing!
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Publisher's Summary
How does one live a spiritual life in a secular world? Henri Nouwen responds from the depths of his heart to this dilemna posed by his friend Fred Bratman. Nouwen's own interpretive reading of the text lends a sense of immediacy to the audiobook.
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- Rich S.
- Palm Desert CA
- 12-27-13
Listening Is Life Changing
Several years ago, when I first listened to this reading by Henri Nouwen in my car on my way to work, it didn't seem that big of a deal. But by the second day of listening on my commute, something happened. I noticed myself interacting with co-workers in good humor where only days before I experienced anger bordering on rage. Suddenly other people seemed transformed. I held the door for a woman, a total stranger, carrying packages at the mall and she said, "God bless you today." I stopped hating my job. I stopped hating the traffic on my commute. Externally, nothing in my day-to-day life was any better, but I felt better. Nothing outside me had changed, but something in me had changed.
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- Amazon Customer
- Delaware
- 11-11-16
Compelling
Compassionately read by the author in a way that makes what might otherwise be too removed from daily life into something that deeply informs. I am glad I listened.
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- Tony
- 05-14-12
A very good "read"
If you could sum up Life of the Beloved in three words, what would they be?
1. beloved 2. joyous 3. inspirational
What was one of the most memorable moments of Life of the Beloved?
The view of people as God views them, and the view of myself as God sees me!
Have you listened to any of Henri J. M. Nouwen’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No, this is my first.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes. It was addictive. Each chapter built upon the previous one. It was hard to take a break.
Any additional comments?
I gave this 4 stars in performance, simply because Henri Nouwen's accent can be difficult to understand at times. He is very articulate, but there are a few instances, that needed to be reversed and listened to again.
That being said, It is an inspirational and joyful book, filled with Nouwen's understanding of a loving God. There's something about his voice, though difficult to understand at times, that is like having your grandpa read to you. His voice is soft but firm, educational yet very friendly.
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- Maganella
- 02-20-12
POWERFUL MEDITATION
Would you listen to Life of the Beloved again? Why?
Yes I would because he is reflecting deeply on timeless and life-giving truths that we easily forget.
Who was your favorite character and why?
This question does not apply.
Which character – as performed by Henri J. M. Nouwen – was your favorite?
It is not a novel
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Discovering you are the Beloved.
Any additional comments?
Henri speaks to our hearts more than to our minds and his refreshing simplicity makes him a joy to listen to always!
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- Mary
- San Bernardino, CA, United States
- 01-23-12
Life changing
What made the experience of listening to Life of the Beloved the most enjoyable?
How something can fail utterly at its original purpose and yet accomplish an even greater good.
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- Paula Tomy
- 02-02-19
Beloved
One of my all time favorite books of any kind. I have read it many times and know I will read it many more. In my darkest hours I remind myself that I am a beloved child of God in whom he is well pleased, as are you.
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- Bella
- 07-03-18
Beautiful reflection!
This is a great book for someone who is new to the Christian faith. It is like receiving spiritual direction from a priest who really cares and wants you to know that you are loved, by sharing his experience with you.
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- Rizalina C. Galicinao
- Lanham, MD United States
- 01-17-18
Life of the Beloved
What a gift to have this book read by the author. I have listened to this book several times - Each time I discover something new and meaningful to me and always at an appropriate time when I needed the insights that Henri Nouwen had to offer. Thank you
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- border
- Laredo, Texas
- 08-23-17
In his own voice
Great to hear Nouwen narrate this gem of a book! I wish more of his books were recorded in his own voice...
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- Elizabeth Calais
- 07-24-17
Thank You God for Choosing Me
Incredible book. Enlightening. Grateful to be reminded that I am important to God. My worthiness is a calling to be part of Gods Plan for me. I only wish I had known about Henri Nouwen whenever I was a troubled teenage. Then a troubled middle-age wife and mother. I am 74 years now and grateful for Henri Nouwens writings.
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- Mrs. J. S. Jackson-gray
- 01-18-17
Simply wonderful
Such a huge blessing --thank you Henri - We do need to know that we are the Beloved and live out our lives from that stand point - grounded and rooted in Christ.
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