Tommy Mann

For those of you who like to read, here are some of the best books I read in 2012: All Pro Dad by Mark Merrill This is a great book for dads and young men. By This Name by John R. Cross This book teaches the art of chronological evangelism, beginning with Moses. What You Need to KnowAbout Bible Prophecy by Max Anders The title is obvious, and this book gives a well-rounded overview of prophecy. Grace by Max Lucado Again, an obvious title, but grace is something we all need to keep in our minds. Twelve UnlikelyHeroes by John MacArthur A look at 12 people in the Bible who did great things. Voddie Baucham’s 3 books, Family Driven Faith, Family Shepherds, and The Ever-Loving Truth Three great books for parents, especially dads, that focus on instilling a Christian worldview in your children. Esther or Delilah by Angela DeSouza A great book for girls and young ladies. What are you using your beauty for? Real-Life Discipleshi...

The book All Pro Dad by Mark Merrill contains “seven essentials to be a hero to your kids.” Published by Thomas Nelson, this book has eight chapters, as well as a conclusion and appendix. The seven essentials in this book are what Merrill refers to as the 7 Ms. They are makeup, mindset, motive, method, model, message, and master. Each chapter poses a question for the reader: Makeup—Who am I? Mindset—What’s my purpose? Motive—Why do I do what I do? Method—How can I better love my family? Model—What should I model to my children? Message—What do I need to share with others? Master—Who or what am I living for? Merrill’s conclusions are the result of the research he has done, which includes on the job training from being a husband of more than two decades and a father of five children. Aside from sharing wisdom he has picked up through trial and error, he also shares insight that he has gleaned from interviews. In this book Merrill shares excerpts from intervi...