Abandonment to Divine Providence (1966)

A modern spiritual classic that emphasizes self-surrender to the Lord and complete trust in Him. ( )

Used this book for a small group discussion. Everyone found it quite beneficial. Took some a little effort to click in with the style, but I found it very readable and profoundly helpful, deepening one's desire for God and holiness. Recommended it to Protestant friends, as this is one of the "classics" that touches all of other beliefs. ( )

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This is a classic of spirituality - Some chapters are a bit repetitive (thus 4 stars) but the teaching is solid right on. Basically it is about finding and SEEING God's will in each moment of the day and each event of our life no matter how humdrum and common. It is much more appealing than "The Practice of the Presence of God" by Brother Lawrence (at least in my humble opinion.)

In our media saturated, entertainment driven culture where only the new and spectacular arouse interest, de Cassaude shows how God is found in the simple and ordinary of our daily lives. The problem is that we are too interiorily busy to hear and see him.

This is a wonderful, solid book of spiritual guidance. Though de Cassaude was a Jesuit his teaching echos the wisdom of the Carmelite saints. I wouldn't be surprised if he had contact with the writings of Carmel.

This book should find a permanent place on your bookshelf and your regular reading schedule. The paragraphs are short enough so you can read one a day or a week ... there is plenty to think about and apply to your life.