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Summary: Shallow propaganda from a small man.
Review: In the first of many unwitting ironies in this book, Eldredge proves himself to be, not the leader he fancies himself, but a johnny-come-lately follower obediently tracing the path set by others. John Bly's "Iron John" did a much better job of the same subject -- but in the true wanna-be fashion of so many Christian faddists, Eldredge is a decade behind in delivering his version -- shallower, weaker -- aimed at the always-10-years-behind Christian community. From this starting point, Eldgredge proves himself to be a true propagandist, twisting facts to suit his premise and even issuing clearly ludicrous claims. To wit, his assertion that "men ended slavery." Malarkey, as any student of history knows. Men were the primary institutors and defenders of slavery (the same "manly" men that Eldredge gushes over), often using their Bibles to defend their right to own other human beings. The abolition movement, like all socially progressive movements, was heavily populated and driven by women -- a fact that Eldredge prefers to ignore in his belief that women are merely passive receptacles awaiting male leadership. The book is full of misinformation skewed to support Eldredge's biases. Eldredge's claim that women want only to wait for rescue makes you wonder -- has this guy ever met any women other than the apparently weak and passive Christian wives in his social circle? Women have always been at the forefront of progress -- very different from the infantile destruction that certain males occupy themselves with. Look at the facts: males commit 96% of violent crime -- do we really need more "dangerous" and "wild" men following their testosterone-driven urges? Thanks, but we don't need any more of these types of men. Notice that it's often the little Napoleans (Eldredge is 5 feet, 135 lbs) yapping to prove their manhood through pointless macho exercises. Secure men feel no such compulsion to solve problems with violence and secure men don't seek out weak women in order to make themselves feel manly. Perhaps if Eldredge were a little taller (in stature and intellect), a little stronger, a little more honest, and a lot more secure, he'd realize that.
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Summary: Banned In Most of France
Review: This is a great book on how to be a real Christian man without being a religious jerk. It is down to earth without being 'of the Earth' and is sure to offend plenty of folks who are unwilling to live up to the standards of Christ. I understand that it is unofficially banned in most of France. Read it if you want to get it together "for real". The Dipper has been severely challenged by this book. And likes it ALOT.
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Summary: Some serious challenges and food for thought
Review: I can understand and agree with all the negative criticisms that people are writing about this author's books, but there's a catch: Their anger is misdirected. Like any advice/teaching/ whatever you want to call it, you are going to have certain people completely misunderstand or misinterpret said teachings and do what they want with it. I find the author makes some very good points for which I feel vindicated personally on several levels. I am 27 years old, a single Christian male, and have felt a lot of the ways this author talks about. And it's not wrong. I want to be loved and to love an amazing Christian woman. I want my life to be so much more than being stuck in a gray box with floursecent lights all day and then come home to another box at night and repeat ad infinitum. Is that all life is? I'd honestly rather be dead if that's all there is....and that's what this author is trying to dig at. The author is not advocating contradictions to Jesus's teaching, but is presenting an idea that, if you are trying to walk in the Lord's path, there are certain innate desires that every man and woman has. Excitement, variety, challenge, love...these are the kinds of things that men and women naturally desire, and these desires are not wrong and should not be choked down. In several of his books, the author tries to dissect how and why men (and even women to a limited degree although his focus is on men) feel certain ways about certain things. I was so depressed after graduating college and now I finally know why. I don't want to be just some "nice guy" that everyone looks over and forgets. I am a nice guy, but I am so much more than a cog in some machine. That's what this is about! This is really about how the Christian life isn't supposed to be endless rote and repetitive duty until we drop dead. It's supposed to be joyous service to the Lord, and by extension, each other. The author is rightly asking: How many of you actually feel joy, or do you certain things "just because it's the right thing to do." Life's got to be about more than that!
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Summary: Best Mens Book Yet
Review: John does a spectacular job of re-focusing the picture of masculinity. Buckle your seat belt and get ready for an incredable ride!
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Summary: What happened to the men?
Review: Wild at Heart by John Eldridge is a refreshing book, and I find it similar to the book titled "Healing the Masculine Soul." For the last few years I have struggled within my marriage and my employment. I have felt like something was missing for quite a long time, and I was not getting satisfaction in any area of my life. My life had become meaningless, my faith in God was straining, and I lost a lot of respect for the church. Finally, I picked up John Eldridge's Wild at Heart. Almost, from the first page, I was reading a story about me. I read the first chapter three times before I was able to go on to the next chapters. It was refreshing to read from someone who felt the same why I did. This book doesn't have all the answers and you have to pick apart the things that may seem too macho or unclear. Some reviewers are upset because there aren't enough biblical references, but I disagree with that. If you read the book you will find out that the bible is quoted from the beginning to end, and that God is the model Mr. Eldridge uses. If you are struggling with what society has determined what a man is, and with how you feel; if you can never satisfy your wife and want to know why; if you stand in church and wonder why you feel so different; if you are tired of just being dutiful; and if you want to be more at peace with yourself, then read the book. Read it slowly and read it again. Purchase the accompanying field guide to get the most out of it.
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Summary: Poor excuse for a Christian book!
Review: "What has happened the Christian community?? This is one of the worst books I've read. Right from the start Eldredge claims that Bible Study is boring. That has not been my experience when learning about our God! Then he goes on to say that God called an evil infested creation "Good". Eldredge has created for himself a god that is different than the God of the Bible. God called His creation "Good" BEFORE sin entered. The "wildness" that Eldredge relishes is a result of sin. Next he completely denies the Omniscience of God. To state that "God took a risk" is to imply that God does not know the outcome. That is a denial of the God of the Bible. I'm greatly saddened by the popularity of this book! I'm greatly saddened by the state of God's people
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Summary: Astounding and Insightful
Review: This is one of the greatest books I hae ever read. Every Man should read this book twice. And any Woman who wants to understand Men should read it too. It is changing my life, and just might change yours too.
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Summary: Awesome
Review: This book is an amazing new way to look at the roles of men and women and the lives they lead as Christians in the modern world. Don't read the book if you not looking to challenge yourself, because you won't get anything out of it. If you're looking for something better and more meaningful out of your life, it will open your eyes and make you reevaluate where your life is and what road you're going down.
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Summary: From a Domestic Violence Standpoint
Review: I was married to and left a very Controlled Legalistic church environment that was abusive. As was the marriage and have since sought help from Domestic Violence outreach. I am now divorced from a "Church going abuser" My ex just informed me of this book as he is reading it to help him as a father to our 2 small boys. He immediatly tells me "The church has made men wimps, when Jesus said to turn the other cheek, well this guys take on it is, when his son was bothered by a school bully on the bus, to punch him" Ive been working with my 2 children with anger issues as a result of my marriage, with strict help from their Teachers and had a child praised for overcoming his Anger issues with Student of the Month. Only to hear one month later my ex is reading this book, saying that Jesus did punch people??? Where on earth he got that I have no clue. Also Im part of a internet Abuse group, and have had several women say their Husbands were recommended this book. For an abusive spouse or partner, this book is dangerous ammo that encourages their "Wild" nature. A WIMP is a person who uses violence. And teaching small children to use hitting as a way to solve problems is harmful. I have taught my children it is to be used to self protection in dangerous situations when it is your only means. I havent even read the book, but considering the source of who is reading it, I already can tell you its a bad one.
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Summary: I found myself with this book!!!
Review: Eldredge does an amazing job of tapping into the heart of every man...I always knew something was nagging at the back of my soul, and I never truly knew what it was until I read this book. My love for the outdoors, and his creative writing style have brought me closer to God and to the path that He created for me...
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