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Fields of the Fatherless

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How many times do we encounter lonely sad eyed looks and worn out begging hands without even giving a thought to this? How many times do we put aside stories about starving sick kids with a sigh of hopelessness and put on sympathy? Tom Davis's book can't leave anyone sitting/standing on the same spot he/she was before. Filled with moving life "cut outs", portraits, examples, urging and thought-provoking, the book helps to discover/rediscover simple Biblical truths and Christian life essence that we tend to forget, ignore or just bury under a string of excuses, fears, words and everyday worries. It urges us to open our eyes, stretch out our hands, step out of our fenced in "cosmoses" into the suffering and hurting world - the Fields of the Fatherless. The author doesn't just give us the invitation but provides a "map" on how to walk through those fields, step by step planting new seeds of hope, making a difference and ultimately discovering an indescribable joy and fulfillment that can only come from pleasing the heart of God Himself.

"In this world you are an orphan; eagerly anticipating your adoption as God's child.
In this world you are a widow; longing for reunion with your Bridegroom.
In this world you are a stranger; a pilgrim waiting to become a citizen of heaven.
And in this world, God has called you to care for the orphan, the stranger, and the widow."

So starts Tom Davis' short, but powerful book on compassion to the orphan, the stranger, and the widow in Fields of the Fatherless.
I'd highly recommend this book to all followers of Jesus, regardless of your call to adopt. It's applicable to the entire body of Christ.

Ultilizing the metaphor of the Old Testament practice of leaving a portion of your field for the 'stranger, the fatherless, and the widow' (Deut. 24:19f), Davis offers a passionate plea for living a life of compassion to the less fortunate.

These less fortunate (strangers, widows, orphans) are mentioned over 60 times in Scripture! Yet we tend to have blinders on when reading our Bibles. Studies show that Christians give less than non Christians to AIDS related causes (the leprosy of our day).

But in ignoring the orphans, the widows, and the strangers, we are missing out on an incredible, joy that can only come with sacrifice. For in the eyes of the orphan, we catch a glimpse of God.

Davis writes: "To feed, clothe, and treat the fatherless as members of one's own family is to live out the call of Christ." (55) This book is a great advocacy tool in raising up the church to live out its call to the fatherless. I will be passing it out to my senior pastor, and our mission board to read and (I hope) inspire. We'd encourage you to do the same. It's a quick read, consisting of over 6 chapters, and refrains from using technical adoption jargon. Rather, it simply and passionate pleads the case for the downtrodden in our world.

"But whoever has this world's gods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him?"--I John 3-16-17

.......and you will hear Him, loud and clear. Beautifully written and easy to read. This book is not complex and meant for study. It is a quick read of 2 hrs or so. It is a book of receiving and giving. You will receive a fresh anointing, a new hope and in turn you will be called to give it away. To share the hope and joy of Christ with those who are fatherless in spirit and in body. Amazing read!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you Tom Davis for this powerful reminder.
This is a great book that will provoke the reader, gently prodding them into activity...and all the while raising our awareness of God's blessing in our lives.
A memorable read!

It's obvious that Tom Davis knows the plight of the fatherless. He takes you on a journey to where the "least of these" live and invites you to a place where you will be changed. I read his book in one sitting. In 15 years of Christian life I knew nothing of orphans nor cared to know about their plight. Not only do I now care, but I have asked God to use me...to join Him in the fields of the fatherless. I thank God for Tom's ministry...and for his invitation to finally understand "pure and undefiled religion." (James 1:27) It's the most exciting thing that has happened in my Christian walk!

This book is absolutely fabulous! I read it in less than 24 hours. It will move you to ACT. It is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. I sent an email to the author through his website - just for feedback - and received a personal response! This guy is 'for real' and is committed to helping orphans. Check out the Children's Hopechest organization after you read this book.

This book offers a glimpse into the heart of a man who has put his life where his mouth is. Tom and his family have lived what they encourage others to walk in. Enjoy!!

This book is a good read for anyone, especially those interested in or having adopted a child. It is directed at the professed believer who claims to want to honor and obey God. The author gives many scriptural examples of how the Father intended his children to behave in relation to those among us who are less fortunate and therefore needy. It touched my husband and me deeply as we are the parents of an adopted daughter who died four years ago. We have purchased several additional copies to give to others who for different reasons will be blessed by this excellent book.

This book takes you through both Old and New Testament giving you God's perspective on Orphan Care. Don't read it if you want to live a comfortable life style in the midst of 165 million orphans. I bought it, read it and passed it on to the Senior Pastor of our church. I shoul have purchased at least 10 books to give aweay.

Thanks for your quick shipment of this item. It is an easy read and a wonderful story of truth! I am very happy to have this book and thankful that the price was extremely reasonable and the book is in fantastic shape! Appreciate your assistance and honorable dealings online!