Bringing up Boys

What did you like about the book?

I really enjoyed the openness James Dobson writes with as he admits his own concerns, faults, stories from his life and boldness to hold to the truth of God's word. The variety of topics he covers is quite comprehensive and left me feeling better envisioned as well as equipped to raise my own three boys. James Dobson & his wife have put aside time each week of their marriage to pray for their children along these lines "Lord give us the precious wisdom to raise the children you have loaned to us and above all else help us bring them to the feet of Jesus. This is more important to us that our health, or our work, or our finances. What we ask most fervently is that this circle of us be unbroken when we all meet in heaven on day"

What a precious and stirring prayer to pray. I have been challenged to pray more for my boys, depend deeper on God in raising them, and to build stronger bonds of connection with each one of them. "Rules without relationship leads to rebellion" was one big take-home from the book for me.

What did you not like about this book?

Nothing

Who would benefit most from reading this book?

Both mothers and fathers of boys. Single parents of boys would definitely benefit from this too. As well as those that are wanting to understand raising boys, such as teachers or people working with children would find this really insightful.

Do you recommend this book?

Yes, without hesitation

If someone reads this book, they should be aware of the following...

James Dobson addresses issues that are controversial in this modern world we live in. Discipline, homosexuality and gender roles. I believe he deals with them well, but if you have any further questions about these then I encourage you to go chat with an elder.

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