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Stephen James (Author), David Thomas (Author)
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February 2005
Preparing to be a dad has more to do with bravely facing the deep questions of your soul than mastering the mechanics of baby care (although, that’s really important too). Fatherhood is a journey of transformation and is without a doubt a life-changing experience. If a man is courageous enough to enter into this mysterious season, he will lay the groundwork for becoming an exceptional father, a passionate husband and a wiser man. Becoming a Dad is for a new father who desires to become more invested with his child, his marriage, his life and his life story. Becoming a Dad helps men get ready for this disruptive, redemptive and transforming experience called fatherhood by inviting them to engage in the process.

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About the Author

THE AUTHOR Stephen James, a father of four, is a psychotherapist and organizational consultant in Nashville, Tenn. He earned his master’s in counseling from Mars Hill Graduate School at Western Seminary Seattle.

David Thomas, a father of three, is a therapist and the Director of Counseling for Men and Boys at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, Tenn. He did his undergraduate and graduate work at the University of Tennessee.


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  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Relevant Books (February 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0976035731
  • ISBN-13: 978-0976035732
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #522,888 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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David Thomas, L.M.S.W., is the Director of Counseling for Men and Boys at Daystar Counseling in Nashville, TN. He is the co-author of five books, including the best-selling Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys (Tyndale House Publishers), a frequent guest on national television and radio, and a speaker on topics such as Nurturing Boys, Parenting Adolescents, and Raising Kids of Character.

He and his wife, Connie, have a daughter, two sons and a fiesty yellow lab puppy named Owen.

 

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, April 21, 2005
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I am a father and wish I had this book prior to stepping into the land unknown!
There was no one "father enough" for me to relate when my wife was expecting, How I wish this book would have been in print then.
I have seen that many fathers are disengaged or hanging on by the seat of their pants and can't offer any sound advice or any positive tid bits. This book covers many aspects that a new father may assume no one else expereinces.
The author's inspiring and positive view on life radiates between the lines and provides help and guidance, to lay out familiar ground work that you will find refreshing, yet soothing.
I am sure this book will help many fathers-to-be to go bravely into the next phase of their lives. With this book on their nightstand they can expereince father-hood on a totally higher level!
Great Work!
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding, March 23, 2005
This review is from: Becoming a Dad: A Spiritual, Emotional and Practical Guide (Paperback)
As the father of a 21 month year old little girl, I have read several books marketed to new dads. None of them have been as applicable and life-giving as "Becoming a Dad." The balance of addressing both the practical as well as the deeper questions I am wrestling with is so refreshing. As the authors point out, it took me just a few minutes to learn how to change a diaper, yet they call me to a place of true reflection on how to be fully present for my family. I cannot imagine a better gift to give both my wife and daughter.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!, January 13, 2011
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Great book for new young dads. I got this book for my husband for Christmas and started looking through it before I wrapped it and ended up reading it a bit. I liked it so much that I had to give it to my husband right away - I didn't wait until Christmas. He loved it! The book has a lot of information about getting ready to be a dad - I wish I had gotten it before our daughter was born. It's easy to skip over those sections though and get to the other great advice.
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