Fire Within
Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross and the Gospel on Prayer
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Kevin O'Brien
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Thomas Dubay
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This book is the fruit of Fr. Dubay's many years of study and experience in spiritual direction and in it he synthesizes the teachings on prayer of the two great doctors of the Church on prayer--St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Avila--and the teaching of Sacred Scripture. But the teaching that Fr. Dubay synthesized is not collected from Teresa and John for contemplatives alone. It is meant for every Christian and is based on the Gospel imperative of personal prayer and the call to holiness. All the major elements of these great teachers are ordered, commented on and put in the context of their scriptural foundations. Here is an outstanding book on prayer and the spiritual life written by one of the best spiritual directors and retreat masters of our time, and based on the writings of the Church's two greatest mystical doctors.
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With St. Teresa of Avila’s masterpiece The Interior Castle as his guide, best-selling author Dan Burke takes you on an illuminating journey through the seven levels of spiritual progress, explaining what God is accomplishing within your soul at each stage, as well as the finely tailored demonic strategies applied to throw you off your path. You’ll learn how the devil is as active in your prayer life as you are, and how the saints were able to counter Satan as he adapted his schemes to correspond with where they were on their spiritual journeys.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Poor audiobook quality
- By RJC on 11-04-22
By: Dan Burke
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The Dark Night of the Soul
- By: St. John of the Cross
- Narrated by: Peter Wickham
- Length: 5 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 9
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At the center of The Dark Night of the Soul (La noche oscura del alma) is a poem written by the 16th century Spanish poet and mystic St John of the Cross. Consisting of eight stanzas, each of five lines, the poem outlines the journey in pursuit of divine union, within which the only source of light comes from the soul. This recording in English includes the poem itself and St John's two accompanying treatises (1584-1585), essentially commentaries, which offer line-by-line explanations of the poem. Many modern listeners have found guidance and consolation in this work.
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1 out of 5 stars
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weird English accent but not as bad as Teresa of A
- By lauriemom on 07-21-23
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Ascent of Mount Carmel
- By: St. John of the Cross
- Narrated by: James Adams
- Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 129
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 106
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 108
"I remained, lost in oblivion; My face I reclined on the Beloved. All ceased and I abandoned myself, Leaving my cares forgotten among the lillies." Thus writes 16th century Spanish poet and mystic, St. John of the Cross. In this, his third work, the author reflects on the nature of a personal union with Christ, found in the abandonment of self.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent
- By Mary on 10-29-12
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Dark Night of the Soul
- A Modern English Journey Through Spiritual Darkness
- By: St. John of the Cross
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
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Discover the Spiritual Mastery of St. John of the Cross—Now in Clear, Modern English Dive into one of the most profound works of Christian mysticism, Dark Night of the Soul, brought to life in this accessible, modern English translation. Transcending centuries, St. John of the Cross’s insights into spiritual suffering, divine love, and the soul’s journey to God resonate deeply with readers seeking meaning, solace, and inner peace. This updated edition preserves the richness and reverence of the original text while making it accessible for today’s readers.Why You’ll Love This Book:...
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Struggles in the Spiritual Life
- Their Nature and Their Remedies
- By: Fr. Timothy Gallagher O.M.V.
- Narrated by: Tom McElroy
- Length: 4 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 10
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 9
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All of us encounter valleys on our journey with the Lord—those periods of spiritual desolation that are a painful yet unavoidable feature of our prayer life. Spiritual desolation is as complex as we are, so understanding what is happening and responding to it properly are critical to reaching the heights of holiness. With warmth and understanding, Fr. Gallagher carefully identifies in this book the various forms of spiritual and nonspiritual desolation and supplies the remedy for each.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Loved it!!
- By Rachel Gross on 04-30-25
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The Lost World of the Prophets
- Old Testament Prophecy and Apocalyptic Literature in Ancient Context
- By: John H. Walton
- Narrated by: Tyler Boss
- Length: 5 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 23
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 21
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 21
A fresh reading of the Old Testament text in light of the ancient Near Eastern context can open new avenues of awareness. Walton provides a clear, helpful guide to the nature of biblical prophecy and apocalyptic literature that will help listeners avoid potential misuse and reclaim the message of the prophets for their lives.
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5 out of 5 stars
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This is the Modern “Prophecy” Book Christians Need to Read
- By Jamin D. Bradley on 08-01-24
By: John H. Walton
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Humility of Heart
- By: Fr. Cajetan Mary da Bergamo
- Narrated by: Kevin O'Brien
- Length: 6 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 107
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 90
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Story5 out of 5 stars 88
Humility is the key to all the virtues. It’s the necessary foundation for growth in all the others. If we do not know ourselves, if we cannot see our flaws and strengths (but especially our flaws), clearly, how can we grow in virtue? How can we begin to make ourselves less and God more? Indeed, in our age of social media where it’s a constant race to appear the best, to put up a front, to show others a false image (and to show ourselves a false image), cultivating humility is, perhaps, more important now than ever.
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5 out of 5 stars
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MUST READ for any Catholic serious about being a saint.
- By Lucas Wollschlager on 10-29-21
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Introduction To Christianity (2nd Edition)
- By: Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, Pope Benedict XVI
- Narrated by: Scott Russell
- Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 60
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 45
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One of Cardinal Ratzinger's most important and widely read books, this volume is a revised second edition with an improved translation and an in-depth preface by the Cardinal. As he states in the preface, since this book was first published over 30 years ago, many changes and significant events have occurred in the world, and in the Church. But even so, he says he is firmly convinced that his fundamental approach in this book is still very timely and crucial for the spiritual needs of modern man.
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5 out of 5 stars
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great book poorly narrated
- By Harrison Ayre on 12-24-22
By: Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, and others
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Pope Peter
- Defending the Church's Most Distinctive Doctrine in a Time of Crisis
- By: Joe Heschmeyer
- Narrated by: Joe
- Length: 6 hrs and 43 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 42
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 42
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Story5 out of 5 stars 42
In Pope Peter, Joe Heschmeyer says that papal flaws are an opportunity to understand what the papacy really means, not to abandon it (or the Church). Drawing deeply on the scriptural and historical witness, he offers a thorough but accessible defense of the papal office and an edifying picture of the extent—and limits—of its authority.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Need more Joe on audible!!!
- By Amazon Customer on 05-19-24
By: Joe Heschmeyer
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Dark Night of the Soul
- By: St. John of the Cross
- Narrated by: Michael Kramer
- Length: 5 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 483
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 383
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 384
Part poetic masterpiece, part mystic treatise, The Dark Night of the Soul by 16th century Carmelite monk St. John of the Cross, addresses the feeling of being forgotten by the Presence of the Almighty that every Christian desirous of walking more closely with God must pass through in order to learn to walk by faith and not by sight.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Rain for the Thirsty Soul
- By Anonymous User on 08-23-10
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Sermons on the Spiritual Life
- By: St. Philaret of Moscow
- Narrated by: Archpriest Josiah Trenham
- Length: 5 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 66
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 64
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Story5 out of 5 stars 63
St. Philaret of Moscow is the Russian Chrysostom. His mouth overflowed from a heart enlarged and illumined by the Holy Spirit, and his teaching has been a fountain of life to the Christian generations that have succeeded the great bishop. Here, for the first time in an English-language translation, we have a thematic collection of his sermons dedicated to living the Christian life. This audiobook contains a feast of faith and soul guidance that, if followed, will bring forth abundant spiritual treasure.
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5 out of 5 stars
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The Russian Chrysostom
- By Justin Smith on 12-31-20
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God's Voice Within
- The Ignatian Way to Discover God's Will
- By: Mark E. Thibodeaux SJ, James Martin - foreword SJ
- Narrated by: Jim Denison
- Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 64
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 55
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Story5 out of 5 stars 54
Many of us do not trust our own thoughts, feelings, and desires when it comes to discerning God's will. Instead we look outside ourselves to determine what God wants from and for us. In God's Voice Within, spiritual director Mark E. Thibodeaux, SJ, shows us how to use Ignatian discernment to access our own spiritual intuition and understand that the most trustworthy wisdom of all comes not from outside sources, but from God working through us.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent spiritual guide to making decisions
- By Anonymous User on 09-20-20
By: Mark E. Thibodeaux SJ, and others
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Searching for and Maintaining Peace
- A Small Treatise on Peace of Heart
- By: Jacques Philippe
- Narrated by: Robin Coppock
- Length: 3 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 129
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 117
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Story5 out of 5 stars 115
We live in an age characterized by agitation and lack of peace. What must we do to overcome the moments of fear and distress which assail us? This is what is taught in this simple, yet profound little treatise on peace of head. Taking concrete examples from our everyday life, the author invites us to respond in a gospel fashion to the upsetting situations we must all confront. Since peace of heart is a pure gift of God, it is something we should seek, pursue, and ask him for without cease. This book is here to help us in that pursuit.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Beautiful content, overly dramatic reading
- By Kim Padan on 04-02-22
By: Jacques Philippe
left me hungry of God
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