Best Self Help for Catholics Books of 2025

The NABRE, New American Bible, Revised Edition, Catholic Bible, Large Print Edition, Leathersoft, Brown, Comfort Print: Holy Bible is an excellent choice for everyday use. This Bible includes the full Catholic text, study notes, and cross-references, all in a large print format. The Catholic Comfort Print® text is presented in a classic two-column layout, making it easy to read and navigate. What sets this edition apart is the inclusion of the Deuterocanonical books, offering a deeper understanding of the historical and political climate before Jesus' birth. Overall, this is a well-made Bible that will serve as a valuable resource for years to come.

Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion by Gregory Boyle is a collection of essays based on his 20 years of experience running a gang-intervention program in Los Angeles. Boyle's parables inspired by faith offer a stirring look at how full our lives could be if we could find joy in loving others and being loved unconditionally. He approaches each person as a child of God deserving of love and compassion. This book is a moving example of the power of unconditional love and the importance of fighting despair. It is a spiritual masterpiece and a classic of both urban reportage and contemporary spirituality.

The Warning: Testimonies and Prophecies of the Illumination of Conscience is a captivating book that offers a thorough understanding of a critical moment in human history known as "the Warning" or "the Illumination of Conscience." The author, Christine Watkins, presents fascinating stories of those who have already experienced it for themselves, including saints, mystics, and ordinary people. The book also includes compelling testimonies of those who have experienced it personally and against their will. This book is highly recommended for those interested in Christian Mariology books. Overall, it is an invaluable and timely book that unveils the mystery and power of God's purpose for his Church today.

Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World by Joanna Weaver is a CBA bestseller that invites every woman who struggles with feelings of inadequacy and busyness to find intimacy with God. The book provides a fresh perspective on the familiar Bible story of Mary and Martha and shows how all of us can draw closer to our Lord with less stress and greater joy. The book includes a twelve-week Bible study for individual or group use. The book is easy to read, personal, and well-written, and readers will be blessed by it.

Live in Grace, Walk in Love: A 365-Day Journey by Bob Goff is an inspiring and thought-provoking devotional book that offers daily meditations on grace and love. With full in-text scripture references, each of the 356 devotionals is 1-2 pages long and includes questions that encourage journaling and prayer. Bob Goff's storytelling and unique way of helping readers see things in a new way make this book a great addition to any Christian's daily routine. Overall, Live in Grace, Walk in Love is a must-read for anyone seeking to live a life filled with love and purpose.

Left to Tell tells the story of Immaculee Ilibagiza, a Rwandan survivor of the 1994 genocide that claimed the lives of nearly a million people. During 91 days of unspeakable terror, Immaculee and seven other women hid in a bathroom while hundreds of killers hunted for them. It was during this time that Immaculee discovered the power of prayer and a profound relationship with God. The book is a remarkable journey of terror, endurance, healing, and forgiveness. It is a must-read for anyone who has experienced fear, suffering, and loss.

Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God, by Timothy Keller, is a must-read for Christians seeking guidance on how to make prayer meaningful. Keller offers biblical insights, specific prayers for various situations, and ways to make prayer more personal and powerful. His teachings have already helped millions of people, and with this book, he shows readers how to deepen their connection with God. This book is a great addition to any self-help collection for Catholics and Christians alike.

Good Grief: A Companion for Every Loss by Granger E. Westberg is a timeless classic that has helped millions of readers find comfort and hope after loss. The book identifies ten stages of grief, but recognizes that grief is complex and deeply personal, defining no "right" way to grieve. It offers valuable insights on the emotional and physical responses persons may experience during the natural process of grieving. Reflection questions sprinkled throughout the book help readers explore their own experience with each stage of the grieving process. The book is a proven steady companion in times of loss and transition.

Allie Beth Stuckey's "You're Not Enough (And That's Okay)" is a thought-provoking book that challenges the popular notion of self-love. Stuckey argues that the pursuit of self-love can trap us in an exhausting cycle of self-improvement, and that the answer to our insecurity and inadequacy lies not in ourselves, but in God's love. She uncovers the myths popularized by our self-obsessed culture and dismantles them with biblical truth and practical wisdom. The book is a refreshing take on personal transformation that offers a way out of the toxic culture of self-love and into a joyful life of relying on God for wisdom, satisfaction, and purpose.

Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 1 by Neale Donald Walsch is a thought-provoking book that explores the author's conversations with God. Walsch asks God about existence, love, faith, life, death, good, and evil, and God provides clear and understandable answers. The book offers practical wisdom on how to live life while remaining true to one's spirituality. The unique aspect of this book is the author's approach to spirituality, which is refreshing and relatable. Overall, Conversations with God is a must-read for anyone seeking personal transformation and self-help.