A stirring new collection of true stories about teachers from the author of The Heart of a Father. They bring honor to the unsung heroes who teach children in school and Sunday school. These narratives, from contributors including John Ortberg, Elmer Towns, Richard Foster, and Tracie Peterson, touch the heart while pointing readers to God, the Master Teacher. Each is short enough to read in a sitting, and the stories are ideal devotional readings.
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"Many of the stories ... draw you in despite yourself.... There are literary gems." -- The Salt Lake Tribune
"sure to uplift teachers in any classroom environment: public school, Sunday school, or private school." -- HomeschoolChristian.com
"sure to uplift teachers in any classroom environment: public school, Sunday school, or private school." -- HomeschoolChristian.com
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Wayne Holmes, the author of The Heart of a Father, is a freelance writer, teacher, and speaker whose writing has appeared in several books and magazines. He and his family live near Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Wow! Not your typical teacher book...,
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This review is from: The Heart of a Teacher: True Stories of Inspiration and Encouragement (Hardcover)
When I picked up "The Heart of a Teacher" I expected more of the usual teacher gift books that grace my shelf (and sometimes my trash can ;-). As a teacher of many years, I would trade all the other books that expound the greatness of teachers for this one thought provoking book.
What makes The Heart of a Teacher different? This compilation of stories truly represents the "heart" of the best. There are no platitudes or sweet quotes. Each story challenges the reader to grow closer to the Master Teacher. The authors range from well known writers to everyday folks willing to share what God has revealed to them. Pick up a copy of this beautiful book. You won't be disappointed. Actually, pick up several. You won't be able to keep it to yourself.
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The Heart of the Matter,
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This review is from: The Heart of a Teacher: True Stories of Inspiration and Encouragement (Hardcover)
From the opening story to the end of the book, I read and read, not wanting to put it down. As a testimony to teachers everywhere, Wayne has done a wonderful job of compiling the essence of teaching. He has included stories of triumph and defeat, of laughter and tears. The anecdotes brought home many memories of days of long ago, applicable today, even though the environment has changed considerably.
No matter how many changes, though, children are still children, and the call to teach is still a call to sacrifice. Deep down, we are all children, waiting to be affirmed, to be told we have done a good job. On those days when you long most for that, pick up this book, and be blessed to the core of your soul. Wayne has managed to weave faith into each of his stories, without coming off as preachy or dogmatic. No matter what your church background, no matter what your stand of faith, you will find someone familiar in each of these stories. Give this book as a gift to that special someone in your life -- not only a favorite school teacher, but anyone who has taught you a life-changing lesson.
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Great Gift!,
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This review is from: The Heart of a Teacher: True Stories of Inspiration and Encouragement (Hardcover)
Someone suggested this book to me as an end-of-the-year gift for my son's teachers. I bought 16 and gave them out and I was glad I did as the teachers really seemed to enjoy it. This year for Christmas, I plan to give Wayne Holmes' newest book, "Whispering In God's Ear."
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