"A wise man will hear and increase learning,
And a man of understanding will attain wise counsel." — Proverbs 1:5 (NKJV)
Recommended Resources
It's often said that parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual. That's not entirely true. Indeed, there are a wealth of incredible books, audio series, and other resources where fathers who have gone before us share their hard-earned wisdom so that we might accelerate our learning curve and be the best fathers we can be. Below are some of our favorites.
Fathered by God, by John Eldredge
In many ways, this is a foundational text for what we're about here at Faithful Fatherhood and an indispensable resource for men trying to be better fathers. It offers healing for the broken places from our own masculine journeys and insight into how to properly initiate our our kids into manhood in a healthy, life-giving way.
What Happened to You?, by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey
It's natural to identify unhealthy behaviors in our kids and think, "What's wrong with you?" So much of how we show up in the world, however, is a reflection of what happened to us. That understanding, as explored in this book, is essential for developing deep, meaningful relationships. This is also an essential guide for parents trying to help their kids heal from past trauma.
