Synopses & Reviews
How do I know God's will for my life? How do I know if I am making the right choices? Gary Zimak looks at tried-and-true methods for discovering God’s will for our lives—prayer, Scripture, the lives of the saints, the teachings of the Church, seeking counsel from trusted friends and mentors, and St. Ignatius’s rules for discernment. Faith, Hope, and Clarity addresses the big, life-changing decisions and the many small, day-to-day choices that influence the course of our lives. It offers practical advice on accepting difficult circumstances and truly embracing God’s will, even in challenging circumstances. This book will help you answer the question all sincere Christians ask: What does God want me to do?
Review
“God cares about you. He cares about the decisions you need to make. Gary’s book reveals this reality and will help you to gain practical insights into the wisdom of St. Ignatius’s rules of discernment regarding how to better hear and follow the movements of God in your soul.” —
Dan Burke, founder of the Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation and executive director, EWTN’s
National Catholic Register
“Knowing and living God’s will is the most important thing you could ever discover, and Gary Zimak’s book will help you do just that!” — Fr. Larry Richards, founder, The Reason for Our Hope Foundation
“Gary Zimak shows how knowing God's will opens up great adventures that give God greater glory and praise in everything we do!” — Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J., author The Holy Land: An Armchair Pilgrimage
“This earthly life is a continual series of forks in the road, each requiring a decision to proceed in one direction or another. We all know how difficult, even scary, at times, such choices can be. Gary Zimak’s astute and trustworthy advice is timely and beneficial. You’ll learn to ask the right questions, seek the best goals, and knock on the doors God is waiting to open wide for you.” — Patrick Madrid, host of The Patrick Madrid Show and author, Now What?
“Faith and hope are at the top of the list when we’re searching for and trying to fulfill God's will in our lives. But a little clarity along the way can’t hurt either!” — Teresa Tomeo, motivational speaker, syndicated Catholic talk show host, and author, Walk Softly and Carry a Great Bag
“Faith, Hope, and Clarity is an extremely helpful and practical guide for discerning the will of God and fulfilling one’s mission in life with confidence and peace.” — Fr. Donald Calloway, M.I.C., author, Rosary Gems: Daily Wisdom on the Holy Rosary
“Discernment of God's will is such an important topic for all people of faith, yet too many guides offer lofty, theoretical advice that is disconnected from real life’s day-to-day struggles. Faith, Hope and Clarity is a refreshing antidote that offers practical advice readers can implement immediately.” — Jennifer Fulwiler, author, Something Other Than God
“A clear and trustworthy road map for discerning the simple and difficult steps of hearing God's will for our lives.” — Marcus Grodi, president and founder, The Coming Home Network International
Synopsis
A practical guide for learning to know God's will for those who are serious about their faith.
About the Author
Gary Zimak is a full-time Catholic evangelist and author. He is a frequent speaker at parishes and conferences across the country and is widely known for his talks on overcoming anxiety. Gary hosts a daily radio show on BlogTalkRadio and is a regular guest on Catholic Answers Live, EWTN’s The Son Rise Morning Show, and Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo. A member of Catholics United for the Faith, the Knights of Columbus, and the Catholic Radio Association, he is an RCIA instructor at Sacred Heart Parish in Riverton, New Jersey, and the chaplain for the Catholic Business Network of South Jersey. Gary resides in New Jersey with his wife, Eileen, and twin daughters, Mary and Elizabeth.