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I Believe in Love: A Personal Retreat Based on the Teaching of St. Thérčse of Lisieux [Paperback]

Jean C. J. d'Elbée
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Book Description

July 1, 2001
This spiritual classic has long been beloved by Catholics for its wondrous distillation of the teaching of St. Thérèse of Lisieux into a reader-friendly set of meditations. It's perfect as a personal retreat when you have only a few moments to spare each day - and for spiritual reading anytime and anywhere.

Fr. Jean C. J. d'Elbée, a French priest deeply imbued with St. Thérèse's spirit, brings you St. Thérèse's teachings on God's love and the confidence in Him that it should inspire in your soul; humility, peace, and fraternal charity; the apostolate; the Cross; and what it means truly to abandon yourself to Divine Providence.

I Believe in Love has helped countless souls embark on the way to the Father. It will help you focus on Him throughout each day, rest in Him amid your troubles, and live joyfully with Him at every moment!


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With felicity and wisdom, this retreat introduces St. Thérèse free of sentimentalism and obscurantism. -- Fr. George W. Rutler, author, A Crisis of Saints

About the Author

Fr. Jean C. J. d'Elbée was a priest of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 280 pages
  • Publisher: Sophia Institute Press; 2nd edition (July 1, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1928832288
  • ISBN-13: 978-1928832287
  • Product Dimensions: 0.8 x 5.5 x 8.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #59,699 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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4.9 out of 5 stars
It shows a beautiful and hopeful way to grow daily closer to God. Therese  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
The book itself is easy to read yet always brilliant. D. Cook  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Meditations on Therese's Wisdom April 26, 2005
Format:Paperback
"I Believe in Love" is a wonderful introduction to the wisdom of Therese of Lisieux. Reading it made me more fully appreciate her autobiography "Story of a Soul." Each chapter of the book comprises different topics that she addressed in her writings, and serves well as a meditation. I think the author states that it is his intent to provide the reader with a personal retreat based on the teachings of Therese. I read one chapter a night before I went to bed.

Therese of Lisieux's approach to spirituality is accessible to any one in any walk of life. She describes souls as similar to different types of flowers. Some are roses, others lilies, and some like orchids, for example. And all can be equally pleasing to God in their own way, when seeking his role for them. People have different talents and different struggles, but these characteristics do not mean that any type is more valued than the other.

The chapters are divided according to topics that address needs of everyone; regardless of what type of flower they are. The topics are drawn from examples of Therese's life and writings, but the author also includes many biblical quotes and some writings of other Christians, such as Teresa of Avila, that support the advice given.

It is fitting that the first chapter describes love, as Therese sated that is the Church is one body, then she want to be its heart, that loves every one, because God is love. The chapter instructs how to demonstrate love to God and others through all actions of our lives, regardless of our station or ability. The chapter "Fraternal Charity" speaks in greater details about relations with others and how to fulfill our duties towards them

The chapter "Unshakeable Confidence" outlines advice for people who experience spiritual dryness. It amazed me to learn that Therese of Lisieux experiences dryness, and helps console me when I feel similarly, because if some one who lived as holy a life as she did suffered from this problem, than I should not feel disillusioned from the experience.

"Humble Confidence" is a chapter that provides sound guidance for acting in faith. It seems that there is a fine line between being confident in religion and proud, the latter of which is not a virtue.

"Abandonment to Jesus" and "The Cross" are helpful chapters for people experiencing difficult times, and anxiety about the future; whether it is the daily grind that is wearing one down, or a specific setback. And Catholic may benefit particularly from the chapter on the "Eucharist," as the late Pope has named this year the "Year of the Eucharist."

The book is easy to read and personal. The organization of the chapters, are useful for providing support to people during different struggles. I read the book through once, and return to different sections, depending on my needs, but each chapter is a complete meditation in itself and the book can be skipped around. Each reading makes me appreciate them more.
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Love of the Savior April 22, 2001
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Format:Paperback
I BELIEVE IN LOVE is an outstanding book which explores the personal love that Christ has for each individual. It is an answer to the common cry of our modern world, a cry for love. This book delves into the true meaning of love and applies it to how we can love Christ, and how Christ loves us. When read with an open heart, I BELIEVE IN LOVE can change your life.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing insights July 24, 2003
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This book of retreats is filled with amazing insights into the spiritual life - a life of utter confidence in Christ and complete trust in His Love and Mercy. It also gives practical ways to live His Love and spread it among those with whom we come in contact. Draws on teachings of St. Therese, but it's obvious the author lives what he has learned from her as well.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book!
A great book, reading it for the second time around and it's like I'm reading it for the first time. Read more
Published 1 month ago by L. M. O'Keefe
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Service!....
Good book, thank you so much, I believe in Love is one of my faver books, with a simplicity of Saint Terese, anyone can folow
Published 3 months ago by Lucille Writer
5.0 out of 5 stars Life Changing
I did this book as a study with a group of friends, and it was truly life changing. The spiritual depth and real life application are profound, and just when I thought it couldn't... Read more
Published 10 months ago by J. wilborn
5.0 out of 5 stars BEST BOOK EVER
"God is so much more beautiful than I think He is." That was the profound realization that I had after reading "I Believe in Love. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Samuel Vasquez
5.0 out of 5 stars Have bought at least 30 of these books as gifts
Regardless of how many books on St. Therese you have read, this is THE ONE that can change your own life. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Debra P. Di Lollo
3.0 out of 5 stars Simple but good.
This book has been around a long time so it does have a track record.
The author takes themes of the spiritual life and shows how Therese
understood those areas. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Over the Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal Work
Truly, if I were on an island and could only bring 2 books, it'd be the Bible and this one. This is one anointed book and a perfect primer for prayer and the Christian life. Read more
Published 17 months ago by D. Cook
5.0 out of 5 stars A Phenomenal Book
This book is a simply marvelous way to delve into the spiritual childhood of St. Therese of Lisieux and truly experience Christ speaking through the words of this book. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Liz
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect selection for spiritual reading!
A beautiful read and a wonderful introduction to St. Therese of Lisieux! If you are looking for spiritual reading, this is a great place to start.
Published on March 20, 2011 by a customer
5.0 out of 5 stars I Believe in Love
The book was slick and shiny, in pristine condition. It arrived wrapped in bubble wrap and the covers and pages were totally clean. Will definitely buy from this seller again!
Published on July 15, 2010 by Jody Kanton
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