Sign of the Cross Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer

This inspiring volume by acclaimed Catholic writer Bert Ghezzi reclaims the life-transforming power and blessing of this ancient prayer. Christian worldwide have been blessing themselves with the sign of the cross for centuries. But few who use this simple, familiar gesture know its impact as a powerful prayer. Author Bert Ghezzi shows how this potent prayer engages the Holy Spirit and affirms Christian identity. With insights derived from Scripture, church teachings, and personal experience, Ghezzi encourages people to utilize this powerful sign in their daily life. Drawing on the fascinating history of the sign of the cross, Gehzzi reveals six dynamic truths of the spiritual life that God gives. The Sign of the Crossbrings forth an opening to God, renewal of baptism, mark of discipleship, acceptance of suffering, defense agains the devil, and victory over self-indulgence. This inspirational book brings to life the blessings of this ancient prayer and guides Christians to a renewed experience of God. "Ghezzi has placed the jewel of the prayer of the sign of the cross in a setting that reveals its beauty, inspiration, and holy energy." --Father Alfred McBride, O.Praem., author, Essentials of the Faithand Images of Jesus.Ghezzi, Bert is the author of 'Sign of the Cross Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer', published 2005 under ISBN 9780829421668 and ISBN 0829421661.