the real work of prayer is to become silent and listen to the voice th…

Henri Nouwen
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the real work of prayer is to become silent and listen to the voice that says good things about me. To gently push aside and silence the many voices that question my goodness and to trust that I will hear the voice of blessing-- that demands real effort.
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The great #‎ conversion called for by Jesus is to move from belonging to the world to belonging to God. ✨ Henri Nouwen (2013). The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming, p.125, Image
The world is evil only when you become its slave.
Do not hesitate to love and to love deeply. ✨ Henri J. M. Nouwen (2017). You are the Beloved: Daily Meditations for Spiritual Living, Hachette UK
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I have found it very important...to let go of my wishes and start hoping.

the real work of prayer is to become silent and listen to the voice that says good things about me. To gently push aside and silence the many voices that question my goodness and to trust that I will hear the voice of blessing-- that demands real effort.

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