Only God Can Make A Dad
Only God Can Make A Dad

Author: Joe Wheeler

Publisher: Mission Books

Published: 2014-03-31

Total Pages: 151

ISBN-13: 1618433393

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Only God Can Make A Dad is the latest short story collection from Joe Wheeler. These 12 short stories point to the difference between being a father in a biological sense and a dad in a deeper and spiritual sense. Wheeler brings stories that emphasize God-like character traits and that portray fathers earnestly seeking to become 'dads.' ...each book purchaser perceives fatherhood as very different from being a 'dad.' To be a 'dad' is to be a work in progress, to be in a fluid process of internalizing character traits that mirror the ultimate template of divine fatherhood but are qualified by sinful tendencies and all too frequent mistakes and lapses of good judgment.

A Tribute to My Father
A Tribute to My Father

Author: John Piper

Publisher:

Published: 2013-06-15

Total Pages: 62

ISBN-13: 9780983916444

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My father was the happiest man I ever knew. One of the reasons for this was his singing faith. To feel the significance of this, you need to understand that he was a fundamentalist. That's not a bad word in my vocabulary. And he's the reason. Fundamentals are worth dying for and fighting for. But that fight has killed the Song in the hearts of many people. But not in Bill Piper.

Father Hunger
Father Hunger

Author: Douglas Wilson

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 263

ISBN-13: 1595554769

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Filled with practical ideas and self-evaluation tools, Father Hunger both encourages and challenges men to "embrace the high calling of fatherhood," becoming the dads that their families and our culture so desperately need them to be.

The Good Dad
The Good Dad

Author: Jim Daly

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2014-04-22

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 0310331811

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It’s never too late to be a better father Jim Daly, president and CEO of Focus on the Family, is an expert in fatherhood—in part because his own "fathers" failed him so badly. His biological dad was an alcoholic. His stepfather deserted him. His foster father accused Jim of trying to kill him. All were out of Jim's life by the time he turned 13. Isn’t it odd—and reminiscent of the hand of God—that the director of the leading organization on family turned out to be a guy whose own background as a kid and son were pretty messed up? Or could it be that successful parenting is discovered not in the perfect, peaceful household but in the midst of battles and messy situations, where God must constantly be called to the scene? That is the mystery unraveled in this book. Using his own expertise, humor, and inexhaustible wealth of stories, Jim will show you that God can make you a good dad, a great dad, in spite of the way you’ve grown up and in spite of the mistakes you’ve made. Maybe even because of them. It’s not about becoming a perfect father. It’s about trying to become a better father, each and every day. It's about building relationships with your children through love, grace, patience, and fun—and helping them grow into the men and women they’re meant to be.

Seeking a Familiar Face
Seeking a Familiar Face

Author: May Patterson

Publisher:

Published: 1917-09-18

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 9780996238021

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Ever feel disappointed? Like your life isn't as fulfilling as you had always dreamed it would be? Are you laden down with responsibilities, feeling overwhelmed and empty, or maybe even a bit caged? You're not alone. Many people in the Bible felt the same way. Most had difficulties. Some felt stuck. Others were depressed. Afraid. Uncertain. And some just wanted to get closer to God. So they set out on life's grand adventure-seeking God-and encountered the One who fulfilled their longings and changed their lives forever. The same can happen for you. Seeking a Familiar Face guides you on the transforming journey of connecting with God, through simple, yet extraordinary ways. It doesn't matter if you are already seeking Him or just getting started, this book will encourage you to go a little farther toward locking hearts with God. in this book you will discover: - Engaging narratives from 10 biblical characters - Stories, humor, and practical ideas for seeking God - Thought provoking questions to discuss with a friend or group - Fresh hope for deepened intimacy with God

Raising Uncommon Kids
Raising Uncommon Kids

Author: Sami Cone

Publisher: Baker Books

Published: 2016-01-12

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1493403265

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The single greatest lesson parents teach their kids isn't anything they say--it's what they do. And while most parents would say they want to raise compassionate kids, they might be surprised to discover just how little they're actually modeling the behaviors they hope to pass on--qualities such as unconditional love, gentleness, forgiveness, patience, gratitude, humility, and more. In this unique book, Sami Cone shows parents a new way to look at molding their children, one in which focusing on adding good behaviors and attitudes is more powerful than eliminating bad ones. Grounding her advice in Scripture--specifically the twelve characteristics found in Colossians 3:12-17--Cone offers plenty of stories from her own life to show these principles in action. And she offers practical things parents can do right now to create a home and family that exhibits love, harmony, and generosity of spirit in a self-centered world.

Only God Can Turn This Mess into His Messages
Only God Can Turn This Mess into His Messages

Author: Lucia St Monica

Publisher: WestBow Press

Published: 2023-04-26

Total Pages: 245

ISBN-13: 1664291962

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While traveling on the road of an ordinary day, Nora was suddenly swept into what seemed to be the classroom of hell. Within the shadows of soul-numbing loss, counterbalancing hope shined when the divine omniscience of God’s powerful assurance and grace unfolded and guided her towards redemption. Devastated by a brutal murder-suicide and string of betrayals, Nora’s pastor encouraged her to fight forward in faith. As she did, she discovered the truth about love and forgiveness while guiding her grieving son Toby towards restored hope by supporting him in building a hospital in a poverty stricken village overseas. While offering Toby new meaning, Nora discovered profound new meaning for herself. Lucia St Monica’s first novel “Only God Can Turn This Mess Into His Messages” leads us to recognize the early signs of domestic violence and it’s irrefutable connection to fatherlessness as she simultaneously inspires us to reconsider how we respond to our time on earth. Her life experiences and research is currently leading her to outreach several statewide family support-based programs in search for answers to the missing links in our system as she strives to bring dignity to fatherless children and long overdue support to their caretakers. Lucia is passionate about exemplified inspiration, cultural diversity and raising awareness of family issues.

Fatherless Generation
Fatherless Generation

Author: John Sowers

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 0310328608

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Drawing from culture, stories, and his own personal experience, John Sowers presents the desperate reality of fatherlessness in his generation. Fatherless Generation is a hard-hitting, descriptive look at this issue, showing how awareness, compassion, and mentoring are the keys to writing new stories of hope.

Only God Can Judge Me Now
Only God Can Judge Me Now

Author: KS Garcia

Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.

Published: 2019-11-04

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1645694690

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Ten-year-old Emma was a happy, normal little girl who absolutely adored her little sister, Mandy. Everything was perfect until one day when it all changed. Emma's life was set on a course of heartbreak, fear, and pain. She couldn't understand how the Lord could allow her and her sister to go through so much. Even after she grew up, the pain and heartache kept coming to Emma. She asked for his forgiveness and gave her life to him. Emma didn't know God had been closing doors not meant for her and her life. She had to go through hell to fully appreciate what God was about to bless her with. In the end, Emma could see how much the Lord truly loves her and all of his children. She now understands why God closes doors not meant for us. We need to be patient and stay in faith that he is going to fulfill our destiny. "I know thy works, behold I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it, for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name" (Revelation 3:8).

Dad Tired and Loving It
Dad Tired and Loving It

Author: Jerrad Lopes

Publisher: Harvest House Publishers

Published: 2019-09-03

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 0736977163

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Do You Want to Be a Spiritual Leader? Start Here Have the day-to-day realities of being a dad and husband left you frustrated or just plain worn out? You’re not alone. Jerrad Lopes felt that way too…until he started blogging about his struggles and discovered thousands of other men who want to be good husbands and fathers but don’t know where to start. You will learn that spiritual leaders realize their story isn’t the story—it’s all about Jesus point their wives, children, community, and world toward God stumble their way through spiritual leadership rather than doing nothing seek humility rather than striving for perfection refuse to let their sin and shame stop them from leading their family look for adventure in the kingdom of God, not in the world create gospel-centered memories with their wife and children When you begin to understand the bigger picture of God’s purpose for you in your marriage and family, you’ll see that the good news of Jesus makes it possible for you to love and lead without fear and discouragement. Get equipped and encouraged as you become the man God is calling you to be—even when you’re dad tired.