Sadly, many women today see their ongoing singleness as a weakness or lack of worth. In truth,our dreams go unfulfilled not because we do not deserve for them to come true, but often because of wrong assumptions–assumptions that can easily be corrected.

Drawing on both male and female perspectives, this book deals with the hard issues and questions you and other women ponder as you consider how to obtain lasting love. What Women Don’t Know(and men don’t tell you) will help you adjust your desires, redefine what you are attracted to, set your values in order, and determine your goals–freeing you at last to pursue the loving relationship you desire.

In our society, why is it that men are taught to hide their feelings or that crying somehow means that they are less of a man? I recently saw on a bumper sticker “Real Men Cry.” I thought WOW what a powerful statement.

The transparency of tears makes causes vulnerability. To be vulnerable means capable of being physically or emotionally wounded. Men like to show strength not weakness. They deal with their feelings when they are alone or most often internalize them which can bring about more problems. Therefore most men think that if they don’t cry then it implies that they are macho and tough or incapable of being wounded.

Thomas wrote this book to help other men deal with their feelings after the loss of a loved one. He tells an incredible story of how he overcame grief. It was hard. He cried. It was a process. However, he found hope again.

This book is not only for men. Women have enjoy the encouragement of Mason’s book as well. If you or someone you know would benefit from this book post a comment below to be entered for a chance to win a FREE copy!

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©2009 Cook Communications Ministries

Be strong and of good courage in these troubled times!

There is a kind of man God uses. He stands tall in the face of giants. He strives to honor God through his life. He is trusting when it seems all hope is lost. And when life is uncertain, he is certain of God’s unfailing provision.

Battle Ready is for any man who longs to serve God. Inside you’ll explore the lives of men who made an impact in their world, including…

Joshua, who let the Israelites into the Promised Land

Caleb, who trusted God, and not himself for victory in battle

Uncover the traits of authentic manhood. Learn how to fully lean on Him. And become a man God can use, a man who is battle ready!

Author Bio: Steve Farrar is the founder and chairman of Men’s Leadership Ministries, an organization dedicated to equipping men for spiritual leadership.  He is a frequent speaker at men’s events and conferences across the country and is the best-selling author of God Built and Point Man.  Steve and his family reside in the Dallas, Texas area.

Excerpt from Battle Ready by Steve Farrar:

Our Times

In the course of my ministry, I have had the privilege of speaking to men all across the country. And it’s very clear to me as I interact with men that once again “these are the times that try men’s souls.”

If there is a verse that speaks to the condition of men in our day and time, I believe it is Psalm 42:5 (NASB):

Why are you in despair [sunk down], O my soul? And why have you become disturbed within me? Hope in God, for I shall again praise Him For the help of His presence [saving acts].

Everywhere across our land men are discouraged and depressed— and some verging on outright despair. So let’s answer the question of the psalmist. Notice that he is talking to himself instead of listening to himself. When we are panicked and fearful, we are listening to ourselves—listening to the killing worries and anxieties that fuel our negative imaginations like a windblown forest fire. The psalmist, however, attempting to fight off the fear that has become epidemic in his heart and mind, speaks to himself instead of listening to himself.

In the process, he asks himself a significant question:

“Why are you in despair, O my soul?”

If most men today were to answer that question, I believe their answer would center in a fearful giant named “Uncertainty.” This giant, of course, has been around since the beginning of time, sometimes more visible and sometimes less. In recent days, however, it has been stalking our land with a vengeance. Why? Because …

·        there is giant uncertainty over the meltdown of the economy; and

·        there is giant uncertainty over the breakdown of the nation.

Triple Shot of Hope

As the psalmist continues to talk himself out of depression, he reminds himself about God. Because God exists and because of His great attributes, the psalmist tells himself that he will again praise God for the help of His presence. And when God is present, He saves His people. All is not lost— God is in absolute control.

The source of our depression these days is gigantic uncertainty about the economy and the future of the nation. But there are three certainties that form the (true) foundation of our hope:

The certainty of providence

The certainty of the promises

The certainty of the plan

In our times of giant uncertainty about the economy and our nation, those three certainties are nothing less than a triple shot—not of espresso, but of hope.

©2009 Cook Communications Ministries. Battle Ready by Steve Farrar. Used with permission. May not be further reproduced. All rights reserved.

Waterbrook Multnomah presents…

From Fred Stoeker, the best selling author of Every Man’s Battle, Every Young Man’s Battle and Tactics, and his son Jasen comes a book that every single man needs to read. Hero is a guide to maintaining purity in relationships and becoming the hero that every woman deserves. But it’s also an essential for every parent and pastor trying to raise men of integrity.

You already know it’s not easy being a single man in this culture today. But it is easy to be overwhelmed, to feel helpless and hopeless about living by God’s high standards for singles. It’s easy to cave in to the pressures of this sex-soaked world and accept defeat–blaming the media, the culture, even girlfriends who don’t know how tough it can be.

But many men have read books like Every Young Man’s Battle and Tactics and have committed themselves to stand strong and pure in the power of God, and to go on the offensive against the onslaught of negative stereotypes. Some have suffered. Some have fallen. But many have experienced victory–and you can be among them.

What makes those committed men so desirable to women? Be Her Hero is their motto. From best-selling author Fred Stoeker, along with his son Jasen, come the straightforward insight and real-life examples you’re looking for to help you take personal purity to its logical conclusion. Here’s straight truth with irrefutable evidence of what makes an ultimate hero to women who long for men of faith–men who stand by their convictions and make their world a safer and better place.

Are you ready to accept the challenge?