Once again a spiritual classic has been given to us from the prolific Catholic philosopher Dr. Peter Kreeft!. “How to be Holy: First Steps in Becoming a Saint” derives it’s direction from the incredible “Abandonment to Divine Providence” by Jean-Pierre de Caussade, S.J. and it’s simple message that God reveals himself through the daily events of our lives. How we respond is the key to faith and our opportunity to grow in holiness. Do you place your trust the Father’s will? Can you respond in love? Do you truly believe Romans 8:28 “We know that in everything God works for good with those who love him, who are called according to his purpose” (RSV)? To be holy, we must take the first step…Dr. Kreeft shows us the way. Outstanding!
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From the book description:
The ever-popular and prolific Peter Kreeft says that the most important question he has written about is how one becomes holy; or to put it another way, how one becomes a saint. This question is central to all the great religions, Kreeft demonstrates, for striving toward holiness, moving toward perfect love, is the whole purpose of life.
Kreeft admits that he is only a beginner on the climb to holiness, and it is to novices like him that he has written this engaging and encouraging book. Using the insights and experiences of saints and great spiritual writers throughout history, Kreeft shows what holiness is and how it can be achieved.
Love this talk. Will get the book. I am trying to surrender to God. I have a divided family. My grown daughters do not want to get heartfelt. They have been hurt and are protecting themselves. I desperately want to talk about my feelings with them. Should I just forget it and surrender or should I try and risk them avoiding me? I am older, set for surgery and if I rock their boat I am concerned that they will reject me more. The response is anger when I get honest. I live alone and am involved in my Catholic Church. Not sure when to speak up or be quiet. Fear of being abandoned pops up. I have chronic illness. Thank you! I think I need total trust and to let go but all I really have here in earth are my daughters and grandkids.