Christian Meditation

Entering the Mind of Christ

By: James Finley

Narrated by: James Finley

In 1967, Thomas Merton traveled to Thailand, seeking to further the Buddhist-Christian dialogue that was his passion. This beloved Trappist monk and explorer of the inner life died unexpectedly on that trip, but not before writing a final letter to his brothers at the Abbey of Gethsemani in Kentucky. In the letter Merton wrote that he now realized that everything he had been searching for could be found at his own hermitage, within the Christian tradition.

It is in this spirit, with respect for all faiths, that James Finley offers Christian Meditation, an audio retreat about the fundamental practices at the heart of Christianity's own unique meditation tradition.

Beyond the Closed Horizon of the Ego

Since the time of the Desert Fathers in the third century, Finley begins, Christian mystics have practiced meditation as a way of opening to the direct presence of God in daily life. Legendary seekers such as Saint John of the Cross, Saint Teresa of Avila, and Meister Eckhart explored how meditation can lead us beyond the closed horizon of the ego, to an interior and holy refuge that is always available to us. In Christian Meditation, James Finley offers a gentle introduction to this all-transforming way of life and the ever-deepening realization of oneness with Christ it leads us to.

Enter the Cloud of Unknowing

Beginning with an overview of the Christian contemplative tradition and its historical roots, and complete with step-by-step instructions about how to progress in your own practice, Finley offers a personal retreat experience for you to practice along with at your own pace. In 12 complete sessions and more than seven hours of basic instruction with the beginner in mind, James Finley guides you along this path of awakening in order to glimpse the infinite union that holds the secret of who we really are.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2006 James Finley (P)2006 James Finley

A gift to the world

James Finley’s teachings have given me access to a deeper connection and understanding around the mystery of God.

A glimpse of radical love

This is such a beautifully written and spoken book. It gives graceful guidance to establishing a solid foundation of intimacy with God 💝

Simply beautiful

This is well delivered and so moving to listen to. I will share with others.

I am Definitely a Fan!

I was often moved to tears, even on my second listening! Finley's depth of experience and insight shine through over and over.

Deep Christian Insights

How to experience the love of God, which my soul thirsts for; very deep cool refreshing waters.

Thank you James Finley!

This is a profound and wonderfully helpful book for
the spiritual journey.
It is simultaneously challenging and comforting and always enlightening.

Transformational

"When the Student is ready the Teacher will appear." A phrase that comes to mind when I reflect on the words in this book. James Finley"s calming voice helps ease and guide the reader or in this case the listener into a meditative state. The words are of holy value helping to relieve material attachments and provide peace. I am grateful for his words and this opportunity to experience meditation at its fullest

The real deal

Love this guy. Straight from and to the heart every time. Thank you thank you

A meditation within a meditation

i listened to this audio book while doing my nightly walks. The beautiful way Mr. Finley presented this layered lesson left me entranced as I ended each walk. Most of what he said went over my head, but I still found myself gleaning insight between his words. I plan to restart the audio book soon and I fully expect to comprehend more while gaining entirely new insights.

James Finley is the best model and teacher

He has a capacity based on true knowledge and experience to share the depth of a subject that many only teach on the surface with the intellect. I’ve been a meditator for 30 years and still may want to listen to him again bring forth the mind of Christ with his sacred heart.