Using the Jesus Prayer: Steps to a simpler Christian life

by John Twisleton

In a hectic world, we so often struggle to find ways of growing in faith and especially deepening our experience of prayer. While many have been inspired by documentaries about contemplative prayer and monastic life, it remains a challenge to sustain disciplines of prayer and worship in the busyness of everyday life.

The Jesus Prayer of Eastern Orthodoxy, 'Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner', offers a simple yet profound way of developing such discipline. Thoroughly biblical, carried forward by the faith of the Church through the centuries, it stands as both unique gift and task for us. In this book on the Jesus Prayer, its succinct summary of faith and its capacity to empower, John Twisleton gives practical guidance on how to use it, as well as exploring the simplicity of life it offers.

73 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 21, 2014

Reviews

[Andrew Clark · Rating 3 out of 5]

A reasonably accessible intro to the Jesus Prayer from a non-Easter Orthodox perspective. Although the author takes a long time to say a simple thing, there are some useful insights, and I’m particularly grateful for references to some Orthodox resources to take my understanding deeper.

Having said that, it has refreshed my sense to persevere with the Jesus Prayer and for that I’m grateful.