But they are missing out on a wonderful short book on the subtleties of spiritual warfare If you've read The Screwtape Letters by C. Lewis, this is that book in many ways presented as a spiritual and theological reflection. This is very well written and easy to read--no need for an advanced theology degree--and of help to both spiritual directors and those who take their faith life seriously.
This book is life changing. The works of the devil are deception, division, diversion, and discouragement. Can anyone alive find themselves free from the sin that results? Cameli uses language like devil and evil in a way that can be uncomfortable.
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It's not flashy or dramatic. Some parts are hard to read when you see yourself and how you've fallen into the trap of the devil. This book, both spiritual and pastoral, reaches out a hand to lift us up when we've fallen; it reassures us that it's never to late to turn back to God! It's a liberating read. Kindle Edition Verified Purchase. Fr Camelli has done an exceptional job in presenting the ways the Evil One uses our common human frailties and struggles to derail us on our journey to God. He presents four distinct categories of oppression used by the devil: Deception; Division; Diversion; and Discouragement and offers corresponding responses to thwart Satan's efforts.
He is carefull not to attribute every difficulty that all or any if us encounter in life to the devil but shows how those difficulties are manipulated and used to sabotage our efforts to grow in Holiness. Fr Camelli packs a strong punch in this relatively short book and the latter half of it is especially meaty. All in all this is well worth the read and a re-read in near future.
This is the second book of Fr Camelli that I've read and find his clarity of thinking, succinctness in writing along with evidence of pastoral skill make him an outstanding author for those on a serious spiritual journey.
The Devil You Don't Know: Recognizing and Resisting Evil in Everyday Life
Cameli writes in a most accessible and very perceptive way to describe the nature of the devils attacks on us. So often incredibly subtle and almost unremarkable - yet the consequences potentially so dire. There is nothing hysterical or sensational about this book which in my opinion makes it more compelling. I would hazard a guess that even non Christians would find his descriptions of the devils activity interesting, due to his great insight into the nature of being human. Whilst the essence of the book is about describing the multitude of ways we can be drawn away from our path to God - the book is full of hope, as Cameli cites much guidance about how to counteract and resist Satan, in his quest to drag us into the abyss with him.
One person found this helpful. Very interesting, and a must read for those who want to know more about how the devil can take over A real eye opener. Opening with "Do you know the devil"? Excellent volume that guides one through reflection on that which undermines our happiness, our prosperity, and our peace.
If you seek to become a peacemaker, this book should be required reading. Only when we understand how evil enters our lives will we be successful in bringing His Peace to the world. Excellent book with many insights. Have to re-read now and again to fully grasp it, but made me think about how the devil is affecting us, even when we think we are being spiritually good. Please select Ok if you would like to proceed with this request anyway. WorldCat is the world's largest library catalog, helping you find library materials online.
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