Overview
This is the book you need to discover the significant advantages of frequent Confession and the keys to making each Confession more fruitful. Spiritual master Fr. Benedict Baur quells criticisms of frequent Confession and shares why it is more efficacious for vanquishing sin and repairing the damage due to sin. In this exceptional book, Fr. Baur shows you how to develop a well-formed conscience, properly confess your sins, and develop a firm, practical purpose of amendment. He also shares how to make a meticulous examination of conscience and daily examen, and offers methods for compiling a detailed inventory of your sins. Moreover, Father provides a reflection on the most common sins of omission that lead many to fall into dangerous self-righteous dispositions. Most importantly of all, Fr. Baur reveals what is really meant by ""Christian perfection"" and how to attain it in this life. He describes concrete ways to grow in knowledge of self, acquire the strength to uproot sins, and conquer self-love. Youï¿1/2ï¿1/2ï¿1/2ll deepen your spiritual life measurably as you learn how to: Focus on the root causes of sin and surmount sins that you habitually commit Overcome thoughts and impulses that are occasions of sin Detect when you are becoming lukewarm and promptly revive your love for God Grow in reverential love for God and conform your life to His will Atone for the temporal punishment due to sin - now, before Purgatory With clarity and wisdom, Fr. Baur explains why your conscience is holy and must therefore be obeyed. He conveys how frequent Confession increases sanctifying grace in your soul, gives glory to God, and brings healing, joy, and fulfillment. An invaluable resource, this book will enrich your sacramental life and inspire you to greater charity for your neighbor. It will also move you to more frequent and fervent reception of Holy Communion.
Full Product Details
Author: Fr Benedict Baur O S B
Publisher: Sophia Institute Press
Imprint: Sophia Institute Press
Dimensions:
Width: 14.20cm
, Height: 1.90cm
, Length: 21.50cm
Weight: 0.345kg
ISBN: 9781644137260
ISBN 10: 1644137267
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 23 August 2022
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Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Author Information
Fr. Benedict Baur, O.S.B. (1877-1963), was a German Benedictine priest and theology professor. He served as abbot of the Archabbey of Beuron. Dedicated to the liturgy and research, Fr. Baur was the founder of the Vetus Latina Institute. His numerous works include The Light of the World and In Silence with God.
