Raising Ourselves to the Bar: Practical Advice and Encouragement for the Next Generation of Missionaries and Their Parents

by Brad Wilcox, Russell Wilcox

In this invaluable book for these latter days, Brad Wilcox (former mission president in Santiago, Chile) and his son, Russell (recently returned from his mission in Malaga, Spain), share their combined insights and experiences on themes selected from Preach My Gospel. Brad shares what he and his wife tried to do to prepare Russell before his mission, and Russell shares what did or didn't work for him. Finally, the authors have prepared keys for action specific suggestions that can be completed for, with, and by young people as they prepare.

Genres: Religion, Lds, Nonfiction, Parenting

Audio CD

First published August 17, 2007

Reviews

[Kellee Packham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. I borrowed this from the library and now I want to buy my own copy so that I can mark it up. Wonderful insights.

[Beth Cheatham · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

[Mindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a "time-in-your-life" kind of book. As I have contemplated preparing my kids for missions, I have been trying to find good sources of information to help us along the way. My philosophy is never too soon. They have some great practical advice like having the missionaries over at your house frequently, so the kids can interact with them. This CD has great information on dealing with those difficult questions investigators always ask and suggestions like getting your kids involved in service oriented jobs, so they can develop their people skills. Excellent information even just for developing a well-rounded kid!

[Jen · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 1/2 stars.
Like most of Brad Wilcox’s books, this one is full of good insights, interesting analogies, and engaging stories. My main complaint with the book is that it is unfocused. It’s purportedly aimed at both prospective missionaries and parents, but I think it would have been better focused at just one of those two audiences. It felt a bit haphazard in its organization.

[Cordell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book. Kind of a remake in a way from the origional book called rasing the bar but still a good read. It was good for my sons the read and learn from and a bit more to their taste than the origional.

[Ryceejo]

This was incredible! One of the best mission prep books I've read! There are incredible quotes and lessons that I have taken notes on and will remember. Helps put my future mission into a realistic and spiritual perspective.

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to this CD and absolutley loved it. I found it related to a lot more than missionaries and mission preparation. Probably the best things I've heard about sexual sin and how to fight it. I will be listening to it one more time!

[Whitney · Rating 5 out of 5]

It gave insightful/thoughtful examples and advice

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. It has great advice and excellent examples to illustrate the advice given.

[Daniel · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought this book was very well done. It was practical and humorous without being overbearing and gave lots of good advice about preparing for a mission.

[John Hilton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great insights into missionary preparation.

[Brandon Dean · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good quotes and stories. Useful and insightful for working with future missionaries.

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nothing out of the ordinary.

[Natasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Practical guide. It made me think of how many trials a missionary must go through to have a succesful mission

[Vicki]

This is sure to be promising. I will do the honors of reading what my presidente has to say...

[Missy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Listened to the CD.