{"product_id":"praying-the-psalms-the-divine-gateway-to-lectio-divina-and-contemplative-prayer-paperback","title":"Praying the Psalms: The Divine Gateway to Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJames L. Papandrea\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Sometimes it's easy to simply say the words of the Psalms without really praying them. Our minds are so easily distracted by the many cares of the world. But what if you discovered that these sacred prayers relate directly to your concerns? Here is the book that will help you read the Scriptures with devotion even when you're struggling, pray with your heart, and find consolation in God's Word speaking into your life. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Dr. James Papandrea provides you with a new English translation of Psalms carefully selected as most conducive to worshipful prayer so that you can make them your own and pray them with the same relish and fruitfulness as did the early Christians and monastics. This book will help you to pray in the spirit, go deeper into contemplation, and speak to God in every circumstance of your life. As you enter into Divine worship through these prayers, your faith life will be renewed and you will be refreshed by the Lord's loving kindness and mercy. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In these enlightening pages, you will learn: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The four stages of \u003ci\u003eLectio Divina\u003c\/i\u003e (Sacred Reading) to apply in praying the Psalms \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e How to \u003ci\u003espeak to God\u003c\/i\u003e with the ancient prayers of the Psalms \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Techniques to immerse yourself in the Psalms and \u003ci\u003ehear God speaking to you\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Ways God fortifies you and helps you overcome temptations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e How to pray the Psalms to intercede for others and give thanks to God \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Breathing prayers with the Psalms to quiet your mind and rest in God's love \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePraying the Psalms\u003c\/i\u003e has the power to transform your prayer life and enhance your ability to worship and rest in the Lord. A handy \"mood index\" is included to help you quickly locate the psalms that relate best to the state of mind you're experiencing. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Dr. James L. Papandrea is an award-winning author, a Professor of Church History and Historical Theology, and a Theological Consultant for the EWTN Television series, \u003ci\u003eThe Heresies\u003c\/i\u003e. His many books have been translated into multiple languages and he has a significant presence online, including his YouTube series, \u003ci\u003eThe Original Church\u003c\/i\u003e. Several of his books are available through Sophia Press. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 8.48 x 5.58 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 21, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51764937720096,"sku":"9798889110705","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/259f1a442a6515bab76ce36fa9e4f7dc.webp?v=1780258194","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/praying-the-psalms-the-divine-gateway-to-lectio-divina-and-contemplative-prayer-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}