- Hardcover: 256 pages
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson Pubs (17 Oct 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0785206779
- ISBN-13: 978-0785206774
- Product Dimensions: 21.6 x 14.1 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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Based on John's new trade book, "The Way of the Wild Heart Workbook" sheds light on the initiation into manhood, reaching out to men who lacked the spiritual role models to help lead them through this rite of passage. Eldredge identifies six stages that all men go through: the beloved son, the cowboy ranger, the warrior, the lover, the king, and the sage. Eldredge presents a working, walking model for godly manhood that men can apply to their daily lives.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
First things first. Despite what the title may suggest, this is not just a 'Wild at Heart' spin off - it's a different book, with a lot of new content. I nearly didn't buy it, because I thought it was just a cash in on the last!
Eldredge has, over the last few years, delivered some key teaching for men and women on God's involvement with His people, and more specifically, on how men are called to live out their lives. He offers glimpses and encouragements to pursue a full life of adventure within Christianity, rather than mundane religiosity.
Way of the Wild Heart captures the six stages of a man's journey, from the beloved son, asking if he is treasured, through to the sage, passing on his wisdom to others. In his usual, gentle and honest, writing style, Eldredge takes us through these phases, introducing each, before highlighting the challenges to be overcome as we grow, in age, and in God. He delivers some wonderful truthes, and offers encouragement to pursue what really matters in the Christian faith. Although perhaps occasionally prone to over-enthusing about his own children's upbringing, the ultimate experience is one of leaving you saying 'I can live this way, and it is a good way to live.' There are three or four sentences that I found that, alone, would have justified buying the book. Once discovered, there are paragraphs and words that will become new strong points for your only daily relationship with God.
I think it is important to approach this book more as wisdom from a fellow believer, rather than something that will merit in depth study. It lacks the diversity of scriptural content that previous books have covered, and if this is your first encounter with Eldredge, I'd recommend 'Sacred Romance' or 'Wild at Heart' as being a better place to start. However, Eldredge has established himself as a man of good reputation, and sound teaching, and I would go so far as to suggest that this is yet another 'must have' addition to the Christian guy's bookshelf.
Eldredge has, over the last few years, delivered some key teaching for men and women on God's involvement with His people, and more specifically, on how men are called to live out their lives. He offers glimpses and encouragements to pursue a full life of adventure within Christianity, rather than mundane religiosity.
Way of the Wild Heart captures the six stages of a man's journey, from the beloved son, asking if he is treasured, through to the sage, passing on his wisdom to others. In his usual, gentle and honest, writing style, Eldredge takes us through these phases, introducing each, before highlighting the challenges to be overcome as we grow, in age, and in God. He delivers some wonderful truthes, and offers encouragement to pursue what really matters in the Christian faith. Although perhaps occasionally prone to over-enthusing about his own children's upbringing, the ultimate experience is one of leaving you saying 'I can live this way, and it is a good way to live.' There are three or four sentences that I found that, alone, would have justified buying the book. Once discovered, there are paragraphs and words that will become new strong points for your only daily relationship with God.
I think it is important to approach this book more as wisdom from a fellow believer, rather than something that will merit in depth study. It lacks the diversity of scriptural content that previous books have covered, and if this is your first encounter with Eldredge, I'd recommend 'Sacred Romance' or 'Wild at Heart' as being a better place to start. However, Eldredge has established himself as a man of good reputation, and sound teaching, and I would go so far as to suggest that this is yet another 'must have' addition to the Christian guy's bookshelf.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book illustrates the stages of the journey of a man, from Beloved Son, through the Cowboy, to the Warrior, The Lover, and the King, and finaly to Sage, and how the basic question in a Man's life is "do I have what it takes?"
It is undeniably a Christian book, but would be of use to those just looking to "bring a son up right". Including, perhaps especially, single mothers who don't understand why her sons want to do that all the time.
It is also undeniably an American book, references to hunting shoting and fishing abound, and while these might seem a little strange to a UK audience, the authors love of the great outdoors is infectious and heartfelt.
And if like me you are a Christian husband with a growing son, unsure of how to be the best father you can be, I think it will speak right to your heart and guide you and him for many years to come.
It is undeniably a Christian book, but would be of use to those just looking to "bring a son up right". Including, perhaps especially, single mothers who don't understand why her sons want to do that all the time.
It is also undeniably an American book, references to hunting shoting and fishing abound, and while these might seem a little strange to a UK audience, the authors love of the great outdoors is infectious and heartfelt.
And if like me you are a Christian husband with a growing son, unsure of how to be the best father you can be, I think it will speak right to your heart and guide you and him for many years to come.
Format:Kindle Edition
Having read Wild at Heart (at least twice) I decided to give this a go and have not been disappointed. There is some overlap between the two books but there is so much more in this - it is taking things on to a whole new level.
John Eldredge has such a grasp of what it means to be a man, and takes me right down into aspects of my life I had never have thought of before, at least not in this way. I have come out feeling I understand myself so much better. It has helped me to go on another step towards realising the life the God has for me.
So much in here just clicks, I have highlighted so many snippets to come back to later, and will have to read it all again as there is so much in there.
If you're a guy who feels that he doesn't fit into church, or that you are restricted by the life you lead, then this is for you. I'd highly recommend reading Wild at Heart first if you haven't already though. You don't need to be a great outdoorsman or sportsman either to get this, this is relevant for everyone.
John Eldredge has such a grasp of what it means to be a man, and takes me right down into aspects of my life I had never have thought of before, at least not in this way. I have come out feeling I understand myself so much better. It has helped me to go on another step towards realising the life the God has for me.
So much in here just clicks, I have highlighted so many snippets to come back to later, and will have to read it all again as there is so much in there.
If you're a guy who feels that he doesn't fit into church, or that you are restricted by the life you lead, then this is for you. I'd highly recommend reading Wild at Heart first if you haven't already though. You don't need to be a great outdoorsman or sportsman either to get this, this is relevant for everyone.
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