Here are ten of the best books the Catholic faith offers to help one win their spiritual warfare battles. Christ says in the Bible He will be God of the one who is victor “over the forces of evil.” Christ’s Word has serious implications for all of us to consider. Each of us are in a battle, and we have to know what to do. These books will help you to win the battle.
How the Books Were Picked for Spiritual Warfare
The books were picked with the intention for them to work as a team to help souls win their battles before God. Each of us has been given our own mission to achieve victory against an ancient enemy that is menacing and relentless. But Christ is with us!
Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will enter his house and dine with him, and he with me. Revelation 3:20
Let us begin this mission for Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior! Amen!
10 Best Spiritual Warfare Books of the Catholic Church
#10 Lord, Prepare My Hands for Battle
Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for battle, my fingers for war; My safeguard and my fortress, my stronghold, my deliverer. Psalms 144:1-2a
Author: Jesse Romero, Pages: 168, Publisher: Amor Deus Publishing
It says in the Book of Psalms that fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Fear of the Lord means that you are living in a right relationship with God. To be in a right relationship with God, you have to pray. Jesse’s book has a lot of emphasis on prayer, the importance or prayer, and the benefits of prayer. Prayer in this battle is essential.
Praying the Rosary is a spiritual powerhouse of prayer because you are saying the two names that the devil most fears – ‘JESUS and MARY’ 50 times. – Jesse Romero
#9 Living Faith Series – Exorcism – The Battle Against Satan and His Demons
Jesus summoned his twelve disciples and gave them authority over unclean spirits to drive them out and to cure every disease and every illness. Matthew 10:1
Author: Fr. Vincent Lampert, Pages: 176, Publisher: Emmaus Road Publishing
What I like about Fr. Vincent’s book is that he writes from his own perspective, knowledge and experience in the deliverance ministry. He provides his information, personal experiences, and advice in an easy to read format. Said simply, the book is a good read, less than 200 pages, and it has a chapter of Fr.’s recommended prayers.
The power to confront demons and to cast them out rests in the name of Jesus Christ and the authority He has given to the Church. – Fr. Vincent Lampert
#8 Champions of the Rosary: The History and Heroes of a Spiritual Weapon
“Hail, favored one! The Lord is with you.” Luke 1:28b
Author: Fr. Donald Calloway, Pages: 428, Publisher: MIC Marian Press
Fr. Donald Calloway pulled a spiritual sword out of a Church stone with this book! This is a comprehensive book about Our Lady’s Rosary. Praying the rosary is a must in spiritual warfare. In Fr.’s book, you will learn all about the rosary and the saints who wielded its power in their lives. Champions! Pray the rosary and win the battle!
“The first key is to understand the rosary as a spiritual sword made by God the Divine Craftsman. This key unlocks the mystery of what the rosary is, why it has so much power, and why the devil constantly seeks to destroy it.” – Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC
#7 A Young Catholic’s Guide to Spiritual Warfare
David answered Goliath: “You come against me with sword and spear and scimitar, but I come against you in the name of the LORD of hosts.” 1 Samuel 17:45
Author: Fr. William Peckman, Pages: 112, Publisher: Mater Media
Fr. Peckman’s book might be “The Baltimore Catechism of Spiritual Warfare Books.” I bought a copy for my godson, and his mother said she wanted to read it too. Most of the book is about the 7 deadly sins and how to combat them. The book is well organized, and it is easy to read. I recommend Fr.’s book for all faithful Catholics.
Prayer teaches us dependence on God and helps us engage in battle – Fr. William Peckman
#6 Slaying Dragons – What Exorcists See and What We Should Know
For this purpose, the Son of God appeared, that He might destroy the works of the devil. 1 John 3:8
Author: Charles Fraune, Pages: 206, Publisher: Slaying Dragons Press
Once I started reading this book, I found it hard to put down. Charles’ writing style is both riveting and informative. Charles has done a great deal of research that will help you understand spiritual warfare principles such as authority, and his book takes a deeper dive into the tactics of the enemy and how to stay protected from them.
The more devout and holy we are, the more the devil fears us and is powerless against us. – Charles Fraune
#5 The Angels In Catholic Teaching and Tradition
Then war broke out in heaven; Michael and his angels battled against the dragon. The dragon and its angels fought back. Revelation 12:7
Author: Fr. Pascale Parente, Pages: 157, Publisher: TAN Books
Fr. Parente’s book on the angels might be the best comprehensive book ever written about angels. Fr. covers all the basics one needs to know about angels: their nature, their office, ranks, and their ministry for God. Anyone engaged in spiritual warfare must learn about the angels and how they help us and protect us with our mission.
Michael from the Hebrew Mikha’el, meaning: Who is as God? His name is a battle cry; both shield and weapon in the struggle and an eternal trophy of victory. – Fr. Pascale Parente
#4 A Family Guide to Spiritual Warfare – Strategies for Deliverance and Healing
Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord.” Luke 1:38a
Author: Kathleen Beckman, Pages: 311, Publisher: Sophia Institute Press
Kathleen Beckman’s book gets a high rank on this list because of her knowledge and passion for the Church and for spiritual warfare. She has been on an exorcist’s team for well over a decade. There are plenty of tips and strategies she offers for families.
Focus on the Family – Every Catholic family needs help with spiritual warfare these days, and this book has been written with the family in mind. In addition to strategies, Ms. Beckman also provides insights from saints and exorcists and her own personal encounters. This book will help families better understand spiritual warfare.
When we live in the Word, it changes us; it animates our life, vocation, services, and relationships. We become who we are called to be by living the Word of God. – Kathleen Beckman
#3 Introduction to the Spiritual Life – Walking the Path of Prayer with Jesus
Jesus said to His disciples, “When you pray, say: Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come.” Luke 11:2
Author: Dr. Brant Pitre, Pages: 336, Publisher: Image
Dr. Pitre’s book is one of the best books I have ever read for spiritual warfare. It is simply brilliant. He teaches you the fundamentals of the spiritual life taught by the spiritual masters of the Church such as St. Francis de Sales and St. Benedict. Dr. Pitre’s book focuses on the Jewish roots of Christian spirituality. This book is a must read!
Dr. Pitre’s book gets a high rank on this list because of what it teaches. A soldier has to go through training before going into combat. Dr. Pitre’s book will help to form you.
For Jesus, prayer is not just a spiritual exercise; it is part of a great spiritual battle between good and evil. – Dr. Brant Pitre
#2 The Liber Christo Method – A Field Manual for Spiritual Combat
Our struggle is not with flesh and blood but with the principalities, with the powers, with the world rulers of this present darkness, with the evil spirits in the heavens. Ephesian 6:12
Author: Dr. Dan Schneider, Pages: 429, Publisher: TAN Books
This is no ordinary spiritual warfare book. This is a field manual for spiritual combat!
Dr. Schneider has taken his years of experience of working as a team member for renowned exorcist, Fr. Chad Ripperger, his previous military experience as a U.S. Army helicopter pilot and combat veteran, his doctorate in Catholic theology, and put together what I think is the best comprehensive spiritual warfare book ever produced.
The whole of man’s history has been the story of dour combat with the powers of evil, stretching, so our Lord tells us, from the very dawn of history until the last day. Source: CCC 409
Why this book ranks high on the list: It contains proven tactics learned from working in the ministry of deliverance and exorcism. The four phase protocol is based upon years of data and experience. This is a battle Dr. Schneider’s team know how to win, and he will teach you in detail how to go into spiritual battle like a solider for Christ.
The reader should also note that this manual represents the second phase of the four phases in which we help identify and remove obstacles to grace. – Dr. Dan Schneider
#1 Deliverance Prayers – For Use by The Laity
Everyone in the crowd sought to touch Christ because power came forth from Him and healed them all. Luke 6:19
Author: Fr. Chad Ripperger, Pages: 135, Publisher: Sensus Traditionus Press
I will give you my own personal testimonial about Fr. Chad Ripperger’s prayer book.
When I first bought Fr. Ripperger’s immensely popular deliverance prayers book, this is what I did: It was a Saturday afternoon. I went to Church, and I received forgiveness of my sins in the Sacrament of Confession. I prayed the penance Fr. gave me. I stayed for the Vigil Mass, and I received the Eucharist in a state of sanctifying grace. I received Christ’s blessing at the end of Mass. After Mass, I came home and prayed a rosary.
Then I opened up Fr. Ripperger’s Deliverance Prayers for Use by the Laity book, and I proceeded to vehemently pray the deliverance prayers in the book for over a half hour. That night I had a dream where I was healed. The enemy was vanquished from me!
In spiritual warfare, precision is everything. – Fr. Ripperger
Fr. Ripperger’s book has now become part of my life. I have bought copies for family and friends. I pray certain prayers from it every day. I especially like to pray the Blood of Christ prayers in the evenings before bed. It’s the blood of Christ that saves us.
For the accuser of our brothers is cast out, who accuses them before our God day and night. They conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony. Revelation 12:10-11
