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Pocket Guide to Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins

By Fr. Josh Johnson

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Help get to the root of sin in your life with Fr. Josh Johnson’s simple method.

Pocket Guide to Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins is a beautiful, prayerful book by Fr. Josh Johnson that helps readers better understand the ways sin affects them in their daily lives, gives practical guidance and accompaniment, and reminds them of the power of surrendering to God in these areas and enlisting his help on the journey.

The small but powerful book by Fr. Josh Johnson helps Catholics learn how to overcome patterns of sin and strengthen their relationship with God as a result.

Fr. Josh leads readers through a 7-day plan using his exclusive 3Rs system: Resolving to grow in the virtues that oppose the sin by using Scripture, renouncing the lie, and remembering God’s love. This 7-day plan for each vice helps Catholics conquer the battle against that particular sin and grow in virtue.

Begin the journey as Fr. Josh accompanies Catholics in a gentle way on:

  • What each of the seven deadly sins are
  • How to identify if one struggles with a type of sin
  • How to strengthen the fight against sin through prayer
  • Reflection questions to help readers understand the sin’s effects
  • The practical 7-day challenge and tips for overcoming each individual sin
  • A daily examination of conscience to help readers evaluate wins and growth areas.

Ultimately, Catholics will be inspired to seek God’s grace, forgiveness, and help as they battle against the effects of sin in their lives.

Not only does this resource help readers better understand the ways sin affects them in their daily lives, but it also reminds them of the power of surrendering to God in our struggles, and enlisting his help on the journey.

Product Details
SKU
9781935940258
Format
Leatherlike
Dimensions
W: 4.55" H: 6.8" D: 0.6"
Weight
0.39 lb
Page Count
144
Language
English
Series
Pocket Guide
Publisher
Ascension
Publication Date
Jan 09, 2025
Copyright Year
2025

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Author


Fr. Josh Johnson

Fr. Josh Johnson

Author

Ordained Ministry

After powerfully encountering Jesus in the Eucharist as a teenager, Fr. Josh Johnson dedicated his life to becoming a wholehearted disciple of Jesus Christ. Ordained for the Diocese of Baton Rouge in 2014, Fr. Josh has dedicated his priesthood to inviting all people to become saints in their walk toward eternity.

Fr. Josh travels widely as a speaker at conferences, retreats, and youth events, and was one of 3 MCs at the historic National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. He is well-known for his popular Ascension podcast Ask Father Josh as well as his Q&A videos on Ascension Presents, one of the largest Catholic YouTube channels in English.

Fr. Josh has written several books with Ascension, including the best-selling Pocket Guide to Reconciliation co-written with Fr. Mike Schmitz and On Earth as It Is in Heaven: Restoring God’s Vision of Race and Discipleship. He appears in many Ascension video programs including Connected: Catholic Social Teaching for This Generation, and his latest book—the Pocket Guide to Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins—is the topic of the 2025 Lenten program in the Ascension App.

Fr. Josh is the director of the Blessed Stanley Rother House of Formation in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, as well as pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church and School. He can often be found praying the Rosary and walking in the neighborhoods of his parish, inviting those under his pastoral care to become intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

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Ken
Excellent source of guidance

Superb source of guidance. I carry it with me daily!

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Lawrence K.
Eye Opener

I am through only the first chapter but already i find the insight to be life changing. It offers a new perspective on repetitive sin.

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Victoria G.
Excellent Practical Pocketguide

One chapter on each vice with examples and exercises. Relevant Bible references included. The ebook is a reasonable price and reads nicely on Apple Books

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Rose T.
Seven Deadly Sins

Excellent resource. Very helpful. A lot to reflect upon. Important reference for spiritual growth. The kind of book worth rereading periodically.

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Cally
Helpful

Reading this book breaks down causes and puts it in simple language. Very helpful

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Brandi N.
Okay, WOW!

Every single person could benefit from reading this book and reading it often. I am only on Ch. 2 (Week 2) and this has been so helpful in my daily life. I keep it in my purse and reference the daily/previous scriptures as the day moves on. I love that it is meant to be read slowly and structured so that you can truly do what the title says and overcome the seven deadly sins. Thank you thank you!!!!

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Karen T.
Overcoming the 7 deadly sins

Just received, grateful this pocket guide was added! Invaluable. I will be reading many times to grow spiritually. Full of scripture and practical suggestions about how to change, small steps & advancing.
Truly a useful book for all Catholics.

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S.
Outstanding!

Well written and extremely helpful for my spiritual life. I highly recommend it.

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Sarah M.
It just makes sense

Fr. Josh presents the topic so clearly that it is an easy read even though the subject isn’t an easy or simple one. I highly recommend this book along with his podcast.

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Sarah
Fr. Josh speaks in a way that makes it easy to listen

I first encountered Fr. Josh and his fiction overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins during the Lenten video series. This book allows me to dig deeper and absorb more. I highly recommend it and his podcast.

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Phoebe T.
Powerful! Worth the price

As a convert, I have read many, many
books on confession. They have all been
valuable in my journey. Now, as
the Lord leads me to examine the root causes of my sin and what to do next,
this book “came” into my life. Praise God!

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Ken B.
Little book, big impact

I ordered this book so I could better understand the 7 deadly cardinal sins and those sins that branch of them. After I read the introduction, I knew I had purchased a winner. The material provides some history, but also reflects modern times and language. The book is made of quality material as well. You won't be disappointed.

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María H.
Always confessing the same sins?

This book has helped me to reflect on sins I didn’t think I had. It gets you closer to God.

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Jenna
Thank you Fr. Josh Johnson!

Signed up for the Lenten study series at the last minute, after having started two others. THIS is the only one I followed through on daily- it was very powerful, concise, and straight-forward. I went back to confession after a couple of years away. Looking forward to going through the whole study and book carefully and slowly during the next couple of months. What a gift!

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Kdb
Perfect!

I got the Kindle edition of this book. It has been very enlightening and I’m realizing areas of my life that need changing. It is also very comforting, knowing that I can change. I’m also listening to father‘s podcast which is great.

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Nancy L.
Inspiring, practical and relevant!❤️✝️

I’ve only just begun delving into The Pocket Guide to Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins, but I am finding Fr. Josh’s gift for relating it to our current world, very inspiring! His way of sharing grace and mercy for our struggles with these sins, makes me feel seen and gives me hope knowing that I don’t need to be perfect. Jesus is with me in the struggles and I can (and should!) ALWAYS call on Him!🩷✝️
Thank you, Fr. Johnson!

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Gail
Set Free - 7 Deadly Sins

The book is a wonderful companion to the daily video series. Father Josh’s explanations are easy to relate to in our modern world and inspire me to work harder at getting to know God & placing my trust in Him. It is filled with invaluable tools to live a life free from sin.

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Sandy C.
Very thought provoking!

I love Fr. Josh and his wonderful amazing book. I’m embarrassed to say that until hearing his podcast and reading this book I had no idea that ow as committing these sins of wrath and sloth. I’m sure as we keep going with the lent program I’ll continue to see the other sins I’ve committed as well. This has been an eye opener for sure. Thank you Fr. Josh for your words of comfort that regardless of how I keep falling God will meet me where I’m at and love me always ! As long as I ask Him to help me and to always come close to me when I recognize my sinfulness. 🙏🏼❤️

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Adi
Enlightening book

Only a few chapters in but. from the beginning I could tell it was going to be a good book to have. It is an easy read in the sense that Father Josh doesn't make it complicated. It is interesting as you are reading the sins you think, I'm good on this one. I don't need to work on it but then he breaks it down and you see how there are things you can still work on. Love it! I'm always looking at how to dive deeper in what I need to do to improve on myself.

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