num_pages: 196
description: Men are rediscovering the importance of the spiritual life. And Father Larry Richards is helping them do it. While some writers apply a one-size-fits-all approach to the Christian life Father Richards draws on his many years of ministry and his own experience as a man to inspire other men as men. In Be a Man!  he recounts his struggles to learn true manhood as well as the inspiring stories of others he has served in his decades as a priest. He tells men how to focus on the right goal how to live as a beloved son of God of the need to acknowledge ones faults and to live according to the Holy Spirit to be a man of true love and of wisdom to appreciate properly the differences between men and women to pursue holiness and to make a difference in the world. Not preachy but direct Father Richards challenges men to be strong without putting on a mask of false strength or machismo. He calls men to admit their weaknesses and limitations while urging them to find strength in faith and genuine love to overcome their sins and faults. Although a celibate priest he minces no words when it comes to the place of sexualityfor the unmarried man as well as for the married man. He shows that true manliness is not opposed to love but thrives on it. Father Richards stresses that a relationship with Christ reveals the meaning of a mans life and his identity as a man. He inspires men to become the true heroes they long to bemen of authentic courage compassion and integrity. This is a highly readable book for men by a man who knows how to talk to men about the things that matter most. This book is available at bulk rate discounts. To receive the discount please call 1-888-615-3186 or email . Bulk rates are as 100 - 500 - 50%501- 1000 - 55%1001 - 2000 - 60%2001 and up - 65%
language: English
title: Be a Man!: Becoming the Man God Created You to Be
publisher: Ignatius Press