Wiser Than Serpents

"Wiser Than Serpents" by Catholic speaker and theology professor Andrew Swafford explores the spiritual lessons found in C. S. Lewis’s classic work, "The Screwtape Letters" from a Catholic perspective. Lewis’s work presents a series of fictional letters from the senior demon Screwtape to his nephew Wormwood, revealing how subtle temptations, distractions, pride, fear, and compromise can gradually draw people away from God.

Swafford explains and "untwists" these demonic perspectives, helping readers recognize similar spiritual struggles in everyday life. He translates Lewis’s imaginative satire into practical guidance for Catholics seeking greater discernment, a stronger prayer life, and growth in holiness.

Accessible to both long-time fans of the original work and those reading it for the first time, the book offers practical insight into resisting everyday temptations, navigating difficult relationships with charity, facing anxiety and discouragement, wrestling with doubt, and remaining faithful in prayer. Throughout, Swafford encourages readers to deepen their trust in God and embrace a life of greater spiritual awareness, freedom, and confidence in His grace.

Author: Andrew Swafford / Softcover, 142 pages / Printed in USA.