Midlife Manual for Men: Finding Significance in the Second Half

by Stephen F. Arterburn, John Shore

A straightforward guide examines five roles men inhabit throughout their lives--He-Man, Son, Husband, Provider, and Father--and shows how God uses those roles to build the qualities that make a truly good man.

Genres: Christian

224 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

Stephen Arterburn is the founder and chairman of New Life Ministries—the nation's largest faith-based broadcast, counseling, and treatment ministry—and is the host of the nationally syndicated New Life Live! daily radio program aired on over 180 radio stations nationwide, Sirius XM radio, and on television. Steve is also the founder of the Women of Faith conferences, attended by over 4 million women, and of HisMatchforMe.com.
Steve is a nationally known public speaker and has been featured in national media venues such as Oprah, Inside Edition, Good Morning America, CNN Live, the New York Times, USA Today, and US News & World Report.
In August 2000, Steve was inducted into the National Speakers Association's Hall of Fame. A bestselling author, Steve has written more than one hundred books, including the popular Every Man's series and his most recent book, Healing Is a Choice. He is a Gold Medallion–winning author and has been nominated for numerous other writing awards.
Steve has degrees from Baylor University and the University of North Texas as well as two honorary doctorate degrees. Steve is a teaching pastor at Northview Church in suburban Indianapolis and resides with his family in Indiana.

Reviews

[Emmanuel B · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting and practical read for any man who finds himself at crossroads in his life. Written very clear and easy to follow. Provided me with some good reflection questions on my own life and some practical ways to answer such questions.

[Brent Soderstrum · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book, along with the workbook, didn't give any life changing information. The authors help you analyze yourself as a son, husband, father and provider. The last chapter is the best in that it helps you implement what little good advice was given.

[J · Rating 2 out of 5]

Picked it up because title got me. Wasn't really expecting anything, however, after listening for a couple of hours I learned I have a bit of an issue with the preachiness. Not my cup of sugar. I understand people are very devoted and I respect that. Still, just didn't work for me.

[Bill · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was disappointed until the very end. It was not until the end that the book gives some very practical advice, but the advice given is good to think about.

[Philip · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everyone read this. Made me relax and feel normal. Light reading and humorous? Sure. Why not.? Very worth reading at any age if not for yourself for understanding of someone you know. Life speeds by.