Seventeen Steps to Heaven

by Leo J. Trese

No matter how dedicated to Christ you are, familiarity can blunt your fervor and even make you less vigilant against sin. That's why you need this warm guide! It reveals what you must do in order to begin living your life with God truly at the center of everything you do. With these seventeen steps, you'll be able to prevent your love for God from being diminished by day-to-day pressures. The author, Fr. Leo J. Trese, helps you to integrate into your actions the truths you profess. He gives you solid ways to look squarely at the reality and love of God and to root out contrary attachments in your life, showing you how to improve your confessions, pray more fervently, and let the fact of God's love and the joys of Heaven inspire you to be holy. Refreshingly unlike many modern writers, Fr. Trese speaks bluntly of Hell and of the devastating magnitude of sin. But don't despair! He also discloses the remedies you can use to root out even the most entrenched sinful habits and attachments. Simple, profound, and insightful, this book is an effective and long-lasting antidote to the spiritual dry rot that infects the soul of even the most careful Catholics. Make your salvation a vivifying reality as Fr. Trese shows

Genres: Catholic

176 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2001

About the author

Leo John Trese was an American Catholic priest.

Reviews

[Francis Carmelle Duero · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read for every Catholic who wants to gain the right to motivation to practice the Faith. Fr. Trese's down to earth yet remarkable analogies give extra light to his clear and straightforward explanation of the nature of deepening one's relationship with God. Very inspiring!

[John Swaringen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspired words for living

This was such a good read. Full of wit and good humor, this book is so hard to put down.

[Teri · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this a little at a time-- one section per morning. It was a Christmas gift from my mom, who had heard it was comforting and encouraging. I'd add convicting. It has lots of truth and important reminders though I didn't find it as compelling or rich as some other writers on the same topic.

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm just starting this book.

[Laurie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a thought provoking book.

[Melani Moore · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a book club book. Even the title doesn't fit my beliefs. I did learn from it and agree with many chapters, but it is best read by Catholics.