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March 01, 2023 2 min read

Time for God by Father Jacques Philippe is an international bestseller. Now, with the release of the second edition, readers will benefit from the addition of a study guide for personal or group reflection. The difference inthe second edition makesTime for Godmore accessible and teachable for people in all stages of their Christian journey.


What isTime for God about?  


Many people today are thirsty for God. They feel a desire for a personal prayer life that is deep and unshakable. But, in a society full of distractions, everyone encounters obstacles that prevent them from forming habits of prayer with perseverance. Fr. Jacques Philippe wroteTime for God with these desires and difficulties in mind.


In this book, Fr. Philippe draws on years of experience as a spiritual guide to illuminate the fundamental principles of mental prayer. He also describes some common mistakes and misconceptions that can lead prayer astray. With simplicity and clarity, he explains the foundational principles for a healthy prayer life and gives the reader advice for overcoming the various obstacles that arise when one sets off on the path of interior prayer.


Known for his simplicity but depth in each of the topics he explores, Fr. Philippe writesTime for God in a way that is accessible for all stages of the Christian journey. With the study guide now built in to every chapter, the habits and ideas on prayer that are put forward can be teased apart to see how they apply to your personal life and relationship with God. 


Orderthe second edition ofTime for God and get the study guide for your personal prayer or book club! 


About the Author ofTime for God


Fr. Jacques Philippe is a member of the Community of the Beatitudes, founded in France in 1973. After studying in Nazareth, Jerusalem, and Rome, he was ordained a priest in 1985. He primarily devotes himself to spiritual direction and preaching retreats internationally. His published books on spirituality are the consolidated result of such work. He is the author ofIn the School of the Holy Spirit, Interior Freedom, Time for God,and The Eight Doors of the Kingdom, among others.


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