God's Voice Within: The Ignatian Way to Discover God's Will Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Mark E. Thibodeaux SJ (Author), James Martin - foreword SJ (Author), Jim Denison (Narrator),

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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.

God's Voice Within is intended for people who know that there is more to the spiritual life than they are currently experiencing and are ready to take the next step in their walk of faith by making effective discernment-specifically Ignatian discernment - a daily practice.

Ultimately, God's Voice Within teaches us to discern what is at the root of our actions and emotions, which in turn allows us to respond to God's promptings inside us rather than unconsciously reacting to life around us.

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6 hours and 23 minutes
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Mark E. Thibodeaux SJ, see all
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Jim Denison
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March 24, 2020
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English
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B085P2SRJY
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Listening Length	6 hours and 23 minutes
Author	Mark E. Thibodeaux SJ, James Martin - foreword SJ
Narrator	Jim Denison
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Audible.com Release Date	March 24, 2020
Publisher	Tantor Audio
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B085P2SRJY
Best Sellers Rank	#50,506 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #97 in Catholicism (Audible Books & Originals) #1,108 in Christian Spiritual Growth (Audible Books & Originals) #1,368 in Spirituality (Audible Books & Originals)

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MGid

A very accessible guide to Ignatian discernment

Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2017

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This book is well written and engaging for real-world people who might find the writings of St. Ignatius a little impenetrable. The author makes the subject very accessible and practical, without dumbing down anything or minimizing spirituality. I was very pleased; I think it's the best book I've read on the topic, in terms of making Ignatian Discernment practical for ordinary folks. I'm middle aged, but I read this book based on the recommendation of a number of college students, so I think it is relevant and appealing to a very broad audience.

15 people found this helpful

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Discernment calls us to reflect on God in our lives

Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2018

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The author does an excellent job of giving adequate clues inviting us to think about discernment. The invitation in the Mass to be Through Him, With Him and In Him is made evident through the division of the book into small sections of how discernment grows within us. There are major steps to help discernment become more realistic in how to become better at it. Spending time in prayer and reflection concerning the gifts that the Holy Spirit has given us and continues to polish plays out carefully and cautiously in the text. It is an easy read as the author constantly calls us to the importance of reflecting what God's will is for each one of us and accepting the graces to carry it out.

4 people found this helpful

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hholsenback

From a protestant point of view

Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2017

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I have thoroughly enjoyed Mark's work. I appreciate his returning at all points to the scripture. This theologically solid. He does use citations from the apocrypha to support minor ideas, but at no point does he state that the apocrypha is of superior weight to the 66 book most know as the Bible. I will be using a large part of this work in my daily walk. Thank you Mark for distilling a larger work, and thank you God for desiring koinonea with us.

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Laura L.

Discerning With God By Our Side

Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2012

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I just finished reading this book about a week ago and it is one of the BEST books I have ever read. So much so that it has pushed me to leave my first book review ever! It truly changed my life by helping me to understand a bit better how to discern God's will (or attempt to) with Him by my side. It helped me to trust God regarding present situations, and to realize calmly what I am called to do regarding my (academic) future. I think this book is fantastic for discernment in general, and while Father Mark mentions that it is not supposed to be a how-to guide, it has definitely taught me how to listen to God more attentively and how to differentiate the pull of the false spirit and the good spirit within me. It is still a work in progress for me, but I have to say I feel this book has given me the tools I needed not just for good and wise decision-making, but also what I needed to come closer to truly surrender to the will of God. Thank you both to Father Mark and to wonderful Saint Ignatius, who amazes me more and more with each passing day! :)

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J. Neill

Finding Our Way by Detecting God's Voice

Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2011

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"What should I do to be happy and how can I find out?" could be the subtitle of this book, a modern rendering of the rules of discerning God's will offered by St. Ignatius of Loyola 500 years ago. Jesuit Father Mark Thibodeaux presents these rules with clear and contemporary examples in this slim volume introduced by fellow Jesuit and popular author Fr. Jim Martin.

Those already familiar with two other Thibodeaux books, "Armchair Mystic" and "God I Have Issues" will not be surprised that he is able to present these rules in such an engaging manner. His experience working with young people and introducing young Jesuits to Ignatian spirituality help make the examples he uses pertinent and interesting. By following the steps and applying them to our own situation, we should be able to begin to see how the process increases the self-awareness needed to act more freely in choosing what will really bring us happiness. It is uncanny how what is described by Ignatius in the 16th century corresponds so well with what is described by many contemporary psychologists. Ignatian discernment is a genuine self-help process that has been tested for many centuries.

Thibodeaux describes the Ignatian discernment process, gives many practical tips on how to discern when we are in a good mood (consolation) and bad mood (desolation) and finally walks us through the steps to follow when making our most important decisions.

While it would be very valuable to just read this book, the reader would undoubtedly benefit much more by reading it and discussing how it applies to one's own life with a good friend, a companion on the spiritual journey or a spiritual director. These discussions and the honest feedback they should normally evoke will imprint the lessons learned more and promote the real change intended for one's life.

I recommend the book highly.

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AnonymousM

The best book on discernment I have read!

Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2022

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This is an excellent introduction to Ignatian discernment! It is very readable and uses personal examples that are easy to relate to. I would recommend it especially for young adults or older adults in a time of transition or anyone looking to grow in their faith. I am Catholic but will recommended this to my friends from other Christian denominations.

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Carly

Great Book!

Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2017

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I love this book soo much! Ignation Spirituality is not always easy to understand, and Thibodeaux did a wonderful job of explaining it in a way that is easy to comprehend. Also his examples and personal stories in the book, are very easy to relate to. This book truly does help you to see how God works through you and how to figure out when you are in spiritual consolation and desolation, which I think is a useful thing to know for any Christian. Also it has good insights on life and how to deal with tough situations in healthy ways. I would recommend this book to everyone.

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dace

A wonderful guide for anyone's life.

Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2021

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This book is a beautiful read that draws one into deeper contemplation and reflection about life. I read the e-book several years ago and lost it when my device malfunctioned. I was devastated! Now that I am retired, I just had to get it again but this time in paperback so I can underline all the great stuff that is in it and never loose it again. This is a book that can be a wonderful guide to anyone's life!

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Dan

Excellent book!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 2, 2021

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This book is very helpful for better understanding God's voice, when his spirit is close or distant, and how to make decisions and follow his will.
As a protestant Christian I would highly recommend this, especially to anyone considering how to honour God in important decisions and understand his will for your life.

Jeremy Cotter

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 15, 2020

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Fr. Mark absolutely gets this right and speaks to anyone who has experienced a spiritual dryness. A must read for anyone who wants to get out of the downward spiral of negativity, especially now, with nothing but bad news arriving daily. Fantastic!!

Revtopsy

Great accessible informative book.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 15, 2015

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Enjoyable overview which is readable and accessible. Recommend to anyone looking to developing their understanding of Ignatian Spirituality from a Directee viewpoint. I have been under this kind of direction for a few years and I am not catholic so terminology etc is different. Finding this book very helpful.

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MISS M E PALLADINO

Excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 24, 2014

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A really good handbook with some clear pointers for reflection and action.

Clearly written - it will be at my side daily.

3 people found this helpful

Amazon Customer

Great quality

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 22, 2019

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As I expected very good

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