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Growth into Manhood: Resuming the Journey
A breakthrough plan for males to re-enter the world of men.
What happens when a boy grows physically into an adult male but misses some of the experiences and relationships that help form complete manhood? Alan Medinger writes for such men and for those who care about them.
Within the context of his own release from homosexuality and his growth into “confident and comfortable” manhood, Medinger offers hope to others. For homosexually oriented men, such growth is an essential but often overlooked step in the process of healing. This ground-breaking study could well change many lives.
What happens when a boy grows physically into an adult male but misses some of the experiences and relationships that help form complete manhood? Alan Medinger writes for such men and for those who care about them.
Within the context of his own release from homosexuality and his growth into “confident and comfortable” manhood, Medinger offers hope to others. For homosexually oriented men, such growth is an essential but often overlooked step in the process of healing. This ground-breaking study could well change many lives.
180 pages, Paperback
First published August 15, 2000
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January 11, 2022
I started to read this book because it was banned on Amazon and I was curious about the perspective. To sum it up, the author argues that a lack of identification with one’s manhood is a factor that can bring homosexual desires, and he offers advice on how to move past this.
I found some of the advice helpful, especially as I myself who had trouble forming typical male friendships growing up. There were a number of comments that, though I’ve never struggled with homosexual desires, gave me pause for self reflection.
Nevertheless, not all who read this book will find it helpful. I don’t believe all his conclusions are legitimate, especially those involving masturbation in the 15th chapter. Some of the content is also a bit repetitious before he makes his point.
There are probably better books out there on a Christian view of homosexuality and what it means to be designed masculine and feminine. That said, there are still things worthwhile in this work for those willing to devote the time.
I found some of the advice helpful, especially as I myself who had trouble forming typical male friendships growing up. There were a number of comments that, though I’ve never struggled with homosexual desires, gave me pause for self reflection.
Nevertheless, not all who read this book will find it helpful. I don’t believe all his conclusions are legitimate, especially those involving masturbation in the 15th chapter. Some of the content is also a bit repetitious before he makes his point.
There are probably better books out there on a Christian view of homosexuality and what it means to be designed masculine and feminine. That said, there are still things worthwhile in this work for those willing to devote the time.
June 25, 2008
I've had a couple of clients who struggle with Same-Sex Attraction read this book and they've found it valuable. I finally had a moment to read it myself. A very Christian approach to overcoming homosexuality by conciously completing the process of affirming masculinity and manhood--the process that got waylaid somewhere in developing life. A bit wordy and the author took his time getting into the meat of it, but I definitely found it worth reading.
One of the key main points-- Dads, especially, should make sure to affirm their sons' feelings that he is a normal boy, guy, and future man, and help him be comfortable in learning to do the things that men do.
One of the key main points-- Dads, especially, should make sure to affirm their sons' feelings that he is a normal boy, guy, and future man, and help him be comfortable in learning to do the things that men do.
February 8, 2017
Great book to understand the possible causes of male homosexuality.
July 26, 2016
The book has a lot of helpful things in it, but I disagree with the author that playing sports would help anything. If a guy is so scarred from sports and sports is connected to bullying, I cannot see how it would help trying to develop an interest in sports, or playing them. There was still a lot of good advice in the book though
January 31, 2008
My husband and I had a friend leave his wife because of the pull of homosexuality in his life, so we both read this book. It was the story of the Authors journey out of homosexuality into a real Christian faith and foremost into manhood. A honest tender account filled with hope.
June 17, 2013
Good book, lots of information if your looking for help or guidance for you or someone with ssa.
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