Getting Free: How to Overcome Persistent Personal Problems

Simple willpower isn't enough when you're struggling against anger, anxiety, addictions, sexual temptations, and other common problems. Bert Ghezzi, author of this engaging and practical guide, insists that the power of the Holy Spirit and only that power is strong enough to overcome these deeply rooted and disheartening difficulties. Best of all, he shows how you can tap into the Spirit's power now.

Ghezzi, the author of many popular Catholic books (including Voices of the Saints), helps you see exactly what you're up against in dealing with these problems. He details how you can and must be vigilant against temptations, and points the way for you to experience real freedom from evil influences.

His advice, which is firmly rooted in the wisdom of the saints, helps you gain the Spirit's power both in your individual spiritual life and in your relationships. You'll learn how to trust Jesus more and to control your thoughts as well as how to let go of grudges and how to place your dealings with others on a firm Christian footing.

Ghezzi's forthright, Holy Spirit-centered approach gives you trustworthy, tested ways to gain the freedom that only God can give.

BERT GHEZZI is a popular author and speaker. He has written twenty books, including Voices of the Saints, Mystics and Miracles, and Discover Christ, co-authored with Dave Nodar. His most recent book is a reissue of Getting Free. Hundreds of Bert's articles have appeared in the Catholic and religious press. In Fall 2012, Our Sunday Visitor published The Saints Devotional Bible which Bert compiled and edited.

Bert has been involved in all levels of religious education for more than 40 years. He has served as a leader and teacher in several Catholic renewal movements. Numerous educational and renewal conferences throughout the United States and Canada have featured Bert as a speaker. He appears frequently as a guest on EWTN programs. EWTN also features his series "Signs of Our Times." Bert is often interviewed on Catholic radio networks. His 2-minute spots on saints play regularly on EWTN radio and at 9 AM Eastern every first Friday he introduces saints of the month on Relevant Radio's Morning Air.

After receiving his Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame, Bert served for seven years as a professor at Grand Valley State University, Allendale, Michigan. From 1975 to the present, he has served as a senior editor for five publishing companies. Currently, he is an acquisitions editor for Our Sunday Visitor's book division.

Bert and Mary Lou, his wife of 48 years, have seven children and 15 grandchildren. They are active members of St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, where Bert serves as chairperson of the Faith Formation Commission. They live in Winter Park, Florida.