Fatherlessness is a "rot that is eating away at the modern soul," writes Douglas Wilson, and the problem goes far beyond physical absence. "Most of our families are starving for fathers, even if Dad is around, and there's a huge cost to our children and our society because of it." Father Hunger takes a thoughtful, timely, richly engaging excursion into our cultural chasm of absentee fatherhood. Blending leading-edge research with incisive analysis and real-life examples, Wilson:

• Traces a range of societal ills―from poverty and crime to joyless feminism and paternalistic government expansion―to a vacuum of mature masculinity
• Explains the key differences between asserting paternal authority and reestablishing true spiritual fathering
• Uncovers the corporate-fulfillment fallacy and other mistaken assumptions that undermine fatherhood
• Extols the benefits of restoring fruitful fathering, from stronger marriages to greater economic liberty

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.
"Wilson sounds a clarion call among Christian men that is pointedly biblical, urgently relevant, humorously accessible, and practically wise." ―Richard D. Phillips, author of The Masculine Mandate: God's Calling to Men
"Father Hunger illulstrates one of the greatest influences or lack thereof on the identity of a man: a father. Read a book that will strike an invisible chord in the lives of men both lost and found." ―Dr. Eric Mason, pastor of Epiphany Fellowship, Philadelphia

This was a difficult book to read as I found it very monotone in nature.  Set aside the monotone feel and the information provided is downright, Fatherhood 101.  New fathers, fathers who had little, no or poor role modeling will definitely benefit from the basics Douglas Wilson is presenting in this book.

Not sure what fatherhood is really all about, then read this book.  This book explores the hows and whys of fatherhood past, present and future. This book takes a man back to being a man, a father who raises his children, not controls them.  It teaches God's plan for a man being a father.

I was a single mom and read a number of  "men's books" so I could help my son in his growth.  This is a book I wish had been available back then.

Should you Buy the Book?  Yes.

I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

All I Need is Jesus and a Good Pair of Jeans by Susanna Foth Aughtmon

You know the pressure. To have the perfect Christian life and the perfect family. To be the perfect friend. To look perfect in those jeans. To be a supergirl. Instead of feeling good about yourself, you're left stuck in the gap between who you are and who you long to be.

Susanna Foth Aughtmon knows what it's like to be a tired supergirl, fighting the enemies of pride, worry, jealousy, busyness, loneliness, and many more. With humor and courage, she lays bare those times in her own life when she found it a challenge to live the life God wants for her. But even tired supergirls have a secret weapon: God's Truth.

With God's help, all of us can win the day against the subtle voices of Miz Do Good, Worry Man, Little Miss No Fair, and every other nemesis we encounter.

Before purchasing this book, I read the reviews.  All of them gave it 5 out of 5 stars.  Sorry, but I must disagree. 

The book, while funny parts in parts, tends to be on the level of someone in grade school.  I almost felt like Billy Mays, the Oxy Clean harker, had written this book.  It was that grating to read.

I really cannot recommend this book, however, I am in a minority based on the reviews posted on Amazon.

Heaven In Her Arms by Catherine Hickem

Mary was there the day Jesus was born and she was there the day he was crucified. Her story is deep and rich and has myriad lessons for any woman-mothers, daughters, sisters, friends.

Mary's story reveals that a woman's heart is important to the Father.

When God selected Mary," Hickem says, "He was looking for heart. God set out to find the precise woman who would give her heart to Him, completely and wholly. He wanted a woman with whom He could entrust His perfect Son. This was going to be no ordinary woman."

Heaven in Her Arms will touch your heart if you are facing fear and uncertainty, wondering about leaving your plans behind, feeling a need for community and the support of other women, or wanting to deepen your life of faith.

Hickem reflects on Mary's story and offers practical applications, as well as inspiring real-life stories from contemporary women. With a six-week Bible study for individuals or small groups, Heaven in Her Arms shows the life of faith Mary exemplified and God's tender heart for His daughters.





This was a slow read in the beginning but eventually I was caught up in learning more about Mary.  How Mary handles her situation provides a format we can all follow in raising our children, in being a woman and in just being a child of God.

Within this book, there are insights and perspectives that will benefit women of all ages and circumstances.
Throughout the pages, the author shares personal stories that will help women understand what she is trying to convey. The Study Guide at the back is a bonus that should be used.

Should you buy the book?  Yes.  I believe there things to be learned from Mary's life.  Sometimes, all we need is a different perspective on things and the author has done well to provide that.

Disclaimer:  This book was provided by Booksneeze for an honest review.