The Way of the Heart

Desert Spirituality and Contemporary Ministry

De: Henri Nouwen

Narrado por: Robertson Dean

Here is the modern classic that interweaves the solitude, silence, and prayer of the fourth- and fifth-century Egyptian Desert Fathers and Mothers with our contemporary search for an authentic spirituality.

Previously recorded by Henri Nouwen as Desert Spirituality and Contemporary Ministry.

©1991 Henri J. M. Nouwen (P)2009 christianaudio.com

an atheist who likes this book.

worth reading if as a non-believer you want to get a glimpse if the value of religion. i am walking the camino santiago and am discovering the value of silence.

Enlightening and Challenging

I really appreciate this book, the use of simplicity has really open my eyes to a deeper revelation for the need of prayer.

The importance of time spent in silence

Drawing on the wisdom of Desert Spirituality Henri Nouwen presents an accessible encouragement to maintain a disciplined prayer life - with a degree of ease

Edifying

There were nuggets in this book that I pray to keep with me in my walk with Christ.

Deep

This was an unexpected deep dive and welcomed reveal of the prayer of the heart

Henri Nouwen simplifies what we struggle to get

Father, Henry Nouwen is the best listen to this you’ll learn much and very short time.

Inclusion requires heart!

Nouwen gathers it together: simplicity of the mind, oneness in the spirit, and inclusiveness of the heart.

Silence, Solitude, and Prayer

This is a great reminder to be with God, not just for God! This is a great short listen or read for anyone who feels overwhelmed in ministry.

Short but profound

Essential wisdom for all time is contained within this book. Let us listen to it and learn, by God’s grace, to truly pray. For that is to connect our messy with the love that is at the center of the everything. Thanks for the gift of this little volume, Henri Nouwen. You are missed.

Very enlightening!

Will need to listen to it again, this time in my study with a pen and paper ready!