The Truth About Trouble: How Hard Times Can Draw You Closer to God

by Michael Scanlan, Jim Manney

There's Only One Good Thing About Trouble—

It may be the best thing that ever happened to you. Sound outrageous? The plain truth is you might be right where God can help you most—whether you're facing financial trouble, grief, illness, a wrenching personal situation or even a to-do list that never seems to get done. The Truth About Trouble shows how the trials of life can lead to greater maturity and intimacy with God in key areas such Discerning God's will for your life
Discovering an inner peace that's unshakable
Knowing what's important, even in busy times
Releasing the power of gratitude in your life
Making real change possible Read The Truth About Trouble and discover a new perspective that will change the way you look at trouble—and lead to spiritual growth you never thought possible. A Servant Book.

Genres: Self Help, Catholic

172 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1989

About the author

Vincent Michael Scanlan, T.O.R. was a Roman Catholic priest of the Franciscan Third Order Regular. He was responsible for the revival of the College of Steubenville, now known as Franciscan University of Steubenville. Scanlan served the university for 26 years as president and then 11 years as chancellor, before retiring in 2011.

He resided at the Sacred Heart Province motherhouse in Loretto, Pennsylvania prior to his death.

Reviews

[Mfonido Ukpabio · Rating 2 out of 5]

Begins well then drifts off topic. The summary of this book is found in the first chapter. Nothing else is related to the theme.

[Aklingel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short read. A good reminder that challenges make us who we are, not comfort. I read this a month or so ago, and I can't recall anything negative.