Several days ago I listened to a lecture by Fr. Thomas Dubay on Contemplative Prayer. His thoughts are worth passing on to those struggling for this kind of prayer practice:
- To love God is the heart of Contemplation
- You must have a desire for God
- You do not get to God through technique
- Living the Gospel generously is the key to prayer
- Select a solitude (a quiet place)
- Select a suitable position
- Select a reading (to set the atmosphere)
- Quiet yourself (Psalm 37)
- Offer God your loving attention by abiding in this look toward Him
- If God is not present -- if you are unaware of God's presence -- ponder your reading again
- Remember: God takes the lead in prayer
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