The Good Dad Guide: 7 Things That Matter Most to Your Kids

by Charles Marshall

Overview

Most dads want to be awesome dads who are willing to do whatever it takes to help their children grow into successful adults. And they want to have fun doing it!

With his trademark humor, Christian comedian and motivational speaker Charles Marshall helps guide dads through the joys and trials of fatherhood. With intriguing insights, biblically based wisdom, and stories from his life and the lives of others, he explores seven key attributes of awesome dads and shares

• why real men change diapers
• how to maximize time with your kids
• why you should sometimes let your kids fail
• when you need to fight for your kids
• how becoming a father can be the best thing you never intended

From encouraging dads to participate in their children's lives to sharing practical ways to prepare kids for adulthood and everything in between, Charles Marshall helps men gain the confidence they need to be awesome dads.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780736965293
Publisher:	Harvest House Publishers
Publication date:	07/26/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	192
File size:	575 KB

About the Author

Charles Marshall is a motivational speaker, comedian, and author who speaks to Fortune 100 and 500 companies, civic groups, nonprofit organizations, and other associations across the United States. He is the founder and president of M Power Resources, a company dedicated to providing growth resources for individuals and businesses.

Charles Marshall is a motivational speaker, comedian, and author who speaks to Fortune 100 and 500 companies, civic groups, nonprofit organizations, and other associations across the United States. He is the founder and president of M Power Resources, a company dedicated to providing growth resources for individuals and businesses.

Table of Contents

Introduction 9

Part 1 Provide

1 A Tale of Two Laundrymen 13

2 Build a Boat 15

3 Real Men Empathize 19

4 Chew on That for a Minute 23

5 Why Walgreens Dared to Do It Differently 27

6 LOL Already 31

7 I Love You with All My Internal Organs 35

Part 2 Participate

8 Diaper War Stories 39

9 Getting Shousy 43

10 A Purple Curse or a Prehistoric Blessing 47

11 Marshall's Law 49

12 Get the Picture? Be the Miracle 51

13 Get Down Tonight 55

14 I'm Going to Need That in Writing 59

Part 3 Prepare

15 The Shaky Saga 63

16 Little People Are Watching 67

17 Mother's Day Surprise 69

18 Seven Powers Empowerment 73

19 Guiding with Grace 77

20 What's in a Name? 81

21 Sorry About That 83

Part 4 Protect

22 Good Dads Hold On 89

23 The Dad Deal 93

24 Standing Guard and Protecting Innocence 97

25 The Film Fear Factor 101

26 The Fatherhood Standard 103

27 Not One Word 105

28 Are You Praying to Win? 109

Part 5 Promote

29 Old Spice and Whiskers 113

30 Seeing What You Expect 115

31 Exit Stage Right 117

32 It Doesn't Count If You Don't Say It 121

33 Lending an Ear and a Prayer 125

34 The Date You Don't Want to Miss 129

35 The Buck Stops Here 131

Part 6 Prevent

36 Disconnection Through Inaction 137

37 More SkyMiles, Less Family 141

38 When to Win and When to Lose 143

39 Stepping Up Instead of Stepping Out 147

40 The Celebrity Dad 149

41 The Wonder (Woman) of Halloween 153

42 Busy Being Busy 157

43 Voted Most Likely to Be Unpopular 163

44 Putting the Kids to Bed…Eventually 167

45 Running the Good Race 171

46 The Day My World Shook 175

47 How Kids Spell Love 179

48 A Hero's Secret Support 181

49 Envisioning Your Destination 185

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"I love a good story. The Good Dad Guide tells stories that will make you a better dad—encouragement with a grin. I like this book and so will you."
—Ron L. Deal, author of The Smart Stepfamily and The Smart Stepdad

"Becoming a dad is one thing—being a dad is many things. If you want to be good at it every day and in every way possible, Charles Marshall can help you. If you're like me, you learn best through stories, and there's plenty in these pages that will drive home the wisdom that, when applied, will bless your children."
—Steve Chapman, author of A Look at Life from a Deer Stand

"If you've ever longed for fathering support from a dad who is right there with you in the trenches, The Good Dad Guide is for you. In this powerful and practical handbook, Charles Marshall initiates candid conversations about the challenges and the rewards of being an invested dad. With engaging stories with a dash of clever humor, this book serves as a road map for fathers who need someone to teach them what it actually looks like to lead and love their children well."
—Michelle Watson, PhD, LPC, author of Dad, Here's What I Really Need from You

"The Good Dad Guide reads like a roadmap for being the best dad you can be. This book will help you stay on the right road—and out of the ditches. Practical advice. Powerful stories. Encouraging insights. And an easy read. Take The Good Dad Guide for a test drive, and enjoy the ride!"
—Tim Shoemaker, speaker and author of Super Husband, Super Dad

Editorial Reviews

"I love a good story. The Good Dad Guide tells stories that will make you a better dad—encouragement with a grin. I like this book and so will you."
—Ron L. Deal, author of The Smart Stepfamily and The Smart Stepdad

"Becoming a dad is one thing—being a dad is many things. If you want to be good at it every day and in every way possible, Charles Marshall can help you. If you're like me, you learn best through stories, and there's plenty in these pages that will drive home the wisdom that, when applied, will bless your children."
—Steve Chapman, author of A Look at Life from a Deer Stand

"If you've ever longed for fathering support from a dad who is right there with you in the trenches, The Good Dad Guide is for you. In this powerful and practical handbook, Charles Marshall initiates candid conversations about the challenges and the rewards of being an invested dad. With engaging stories with a dash of clever humor, this book serves as a road map for fathers who need someone to teach them what it actually looks like to lead and love their children well."
—Michelle Watson, PhD, LPC, author of Dad, Here's What I Really Need from You

"The Good Dad Guide reads like a roadmap for being the best dad you can be. This book will help you stay on the right road—and out of the ditches. Practical advice. Powerful stories. Encouraging insights. And an easy read. Take The Good Dad Guide for a test drive, and enjoy the ride!"
—Tim Shoemaker, speaker and author of Super Husband, Super Dad

From the Publisher