Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence: The Secret of Peace and Happiness
By Fr. Jean Baptiste Saint-Jure and St. Claude de la Colombière · Published by TAN Books
Overview
Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence is one of the Church's most beloved guides to abandoning oneself completely to God's loving will. Drawing upon Sacred Scripture, timeless Catholic theology, and the spiritual wisdom of Fr. Jean Baptiste Saint-Jure and St. Claude de la Colombière, this classic work reveals that true peace is not found in controlling life's circumstances but in confidently entrusting every joy, sorrow, success, and trial to Divine Providence.
With remarkable clarity and pastoral warmth, the authors address enduring questions about suffering, unanswered prayer, God's permissive will, and the mystery of evil. Rather than offering abstract theology, they provide practical guidance for cultivating serenity, overcoming anxiety, and discovering lasting happiness through complete confidence in God's loving plan. Whether facing seasons of uncertainty or simply seeking a deeper spiritual life, readers will find this little masterpiece a faithful companion on the road to holiness.
What This Book Offers:
- A Clear Understanding of Divine Providence: Learn how God's loving will governs every aspect of life.
- Peace Amid Suffering: Discover how trials can become opportunities for grace and spiritual growth.
- Answers to Difficult Questions: Explore Catholic teaching on suffering, prayer, and the existence of evil.
- Daily Spiritual Encouragement: A compact, pocket-sized companion ideal for frequent meditation and reflection.
- Grow in Complete Trust: Learn to surrender every circumstance to God's wise and loving care.
- Overcome Fear and Anxiety: Replace worry with the peace that comes from confidence in Divine Providence.
- Deepen Your Prayer Life: Discover how surrender transforms prayer into a living relationship of trust.
- Find Lasting Serenity: See life's joys and crosses through the lens of God's eternal plan.
- Strengthen Your Faith: Draw encouragement from one of the Church's enduring spiritual classics on abandonment to God.
From the Book
"True peace and happiness are found in accepting God's holy will with confidence and love."
— Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence
Intended Audience
This book is ideal for Catholics seeking greater trust in God's providence, those enduring suffering or uncertainty, and anyone longing for deeper interior peace. It is especially valuable for spiritual reading, retreats, Eucharistic adoration, and daily meditation, offering timeless guidance for living with confidence in God's loving care.
FAQs
What is meant by "trustful surrender"?
It is the wholehearted acceptance of God's providential will, trusting that He lovingly directs every circumstance for our ultimate good and salvation.
Does the book address suffering and unanswered prayer?
Yes. It thoughtfully explains how Catholics can understand suffering, evil, and seemingly unanswered prayers within God's loving plan.
Is this book practical for everyday life?
Absolutely. Though rooted in profound spiritual theology, its advice is clear, practical, and readily applicable to the ordinary challenges of daily living.
Key Themes
- Trust in Divine Providence: Finding peace through complete confidence in God's loving will.
- The Meaning of Suffering: Understanding trials as opportunities for grace and sanctification.
- Prayer and Abandonment: Learning to unite every circumstance to God's providential care.
- Interior Peace: Cultivating serenity amid uncertainty through faithful surrender to Christ.
- SKU:
- 982
- ISBN-13:
- 9780895552167
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 140
- Publication Date:
- 10/1/1984
- SKU:
- 982
- Product Format:
- Paperbound
- Pdf:
- https://tanbooks.com/content/Preview_TrustfulSurrender.pdf
- Height:
- 6.00
- Width:
- 4.00
72 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews
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Best book ever!
A friend of mine gave me this book when we first opened up our Adoration Chapel in 2021. I have read it a few times already and each time I read it I see something different. It is the best book to explain why and how to completely surrender to God's Divine Providence. When the book came on the $5 list, I snatched up 10 copies to give to others. Our pastor is always looking for books to give to all the committed adorers and substitutes to the Chapel. I encouraged him to think about this book as the next gift.
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Trustful Surrender - a Must-Have!
This little book is such a delight! Written with skill and artistry, many quotes from Church Fathers, Saints, and scholars, and yet, easy to understand. Are you hungry to have a deeper union with Christ? Do you want real peace, lasting peace in your life? Do you struggle with doubt or anger? Truthful Surrender explains the Lord;s solution for you! It really is a simple truth that is life-changing! This little gem makes the perfect gift to pass on to others, while keeping a copy in your pocket or purse for yourself.
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Awesome
Its a great everyday read anyway. Short paragraphs easy for meditation and reflection
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What;s more important that doing God's will?
I love that this book was awarded the "Book of the year" by Tan! It's short, easy to read, and full of so much wisdom. I plan on buying more copies to give to family and friends too.
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Such a wonder book.
I have been praying to wall in Gods will and this book has truly been a great help.
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Excellent book. Has changed how
Excellent book. Has changed how I view the events that happen on a daily basis. God has a plan and sometimes it involves us carrying a cross but He will always bring the greater good from it.
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This book speaks to my
This book speaks to my heart. I am grateful to be giving it to my 6 adult Children for Christmas. Even the cover is moving. God bless Your effort In this wonderful ministry. Jeanne Perry
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Precious! This book will bring
Precious! This book will bring you peace in this upside down world. Thank you TanBooks I can share this book to many others. Fast shipping too.
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I bought a bunch
I gave them out to friends and family and have begun reading it
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I loved this book! I
I loved this book! I am learning trustful Surrender. I am learning that I can have Peace in my life.
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Restful Surrender to Divine Providence
It is very small but very powerful book. Makes very clear that everything, the good and the suffering comes from God and he has a reason for everything. I have not yet finished it, I am yet trying to absorb the first few pages.
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Modern day Divine providence
This book has a easy to understand explanation of Divine providence and practical ways we can change our prayer life to conform to God's will, there by living a happier, more fulfilling life. The special sale allowed me to share 9 of these books with my Latin Mass church members as well. It came one day after the Metuchen Diocese banned the TLM at Corpus Christi church and two days before the mid term elections. What a great example of Divine providence!
