Stand Firm, Be Strong

Some Catholic devotional books written specifically for men feature excerpts from Scripture, while others focus on quotes from the saints. But this book is different: it includes daily reflections comprising both Scripture and saint quotes along with a relevant meditation meant to jump-start and strengthen a man’s spiritual life.

Popular speaker and author Fr. Wade Menezes, CPM, of the Fathers of Mercy, penned these rich, practical daily reflections for men of every vocation. In these power-packed pages, you will find short Bible passages, guidance from the saints, and achievable resolutions — with prudent advice on attaining your goals in everyday living. 

This book is perfect for taking on the go, for having nearby for frequent visits throughout the day. The timely wisdom it contains will help you cultivate virtue and root out vice, preparing you to:

• Put on the armor of God for the daily struggle and withstand trials at home or at work
• Imitate Christ in guarding your senses and responding to temptation
• Train for Heaven by living in praise of God’s glory
• Draw more from the Holy Sacrifice and Sacred Banquet of the Mass
• Fulfill your duties with diligence and balance while serving God and others
• Develop greater trust in God and His mercy 
• Kindle your prayer life and better utilize your talents and order your priorities

Fr. Menezes unpacks a variety of relevant themes, such as: the importance of living a Trinitarian spirituality, the sacraments, the Most Holy Eucharist and Eucharistic Adoration, the reality of sin, the role of sanctifying grace, filial fear versus servile fear, and the importance of fostering love for the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Joseph in your life. He also includes key traditional prayers and litanies for weekly devotions and provides helpful cross-references for personal and group use. 

As you use this daily reader as a spiritual manual over the course of six months, you will grow in knowledge of your faith and dignity as a son of the Heavenly Father. In page after page, you will gain strength for the spiritual battle to more fully become the man you were created and called to be.