St. Teresa of Ávila on Prayer as Friendship
Teresa of Ávila, a Carmelite nun, emphasized the importance of daily conversation with God in achieving holiness.
Prayer is nothing else than being on terms of friendship with God.
She believed that mental prayer is an intimate sharing between friends, requiring frequent alone time with God.
- Prayer brings us into deep contact with Christ.
- Prayer allows us to act for Him in the real world.
Making time for God is the starting point and can be the most challenging part.
Author's summary: Teresa of Ávila views prayer as a friendship with God.