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A Boy's Guide to Making Really Good Choices
It’s never too early to give young boys a resource that will help them learn the skills for making right choices in life. A Boy’s Guide to Making Really Good Choices is designed to help boys ages 8-12 learn how to think through their options, realize the possible consequences, and develop good decision-making skills.
In this book, Jim George uses helpful stories and illustrations to walk boys through the kinds of choices they are likely to face each day—choices to�
listen to their parentsdo their best in school, sports, and activitiesselect friends with carebe kind to siblings and othershelp out at home and use good mannersThrough the use of real-life scenarios, Jim George equips boys to build good character—the kind that will stay with them for life and honor God’s standards.
In this book, Jim George uses helpful stories and illustrations to walk boys through the kinds of choices they are likely to face each day—choices to�
listen to their parentsdo their best in school, sports, and activitiesselect friends with carebe kind to siblings and othershelp out at home and use good mannersThrough the use of real-life scenarios, Jim George equips boys to build good character—the kind that will stay with them for life and honor God’s standards.
146 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 1, 2012
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About the author
Jim George
64Ìýbooks51Ìýfollowers Jim George is a bestselling author and national speaker dedicated to helping people live a life after God’s own heart. For over 30 years, the teachings and steadfast example of Jim has helped countless men and women:
- Simplify life by focusing on God’s priorities.
- Appreciate God’s Word and apply it to everyday situations.
- Respond to circumstances with confidence by seeing yourself through God’s loving eyes.
- Increase closeness in marriage by serving and honoring each other.
- Powerfully shape the hearts of children and teenagers.
- Enjoy greater intimacy with God.
Jim is the bestselling author of A Man After God’s Own Heart and two-time finalist for the Gold Medallion Book Award. Besides writing, he has served as a pastor, seminary professor, and as a pharmacist with the Medical Service Corps of the Army Reserve.
Jim’s leadership influence has helped thousands of men honor God by modeling integrity in the workplace, learn to be better communicators, and build a strong legacy for their family. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Oklahoma, and a Master of Divinity and Master of Theology from Talbot School of Theology.
In the midst of their busy writing schedule, Elizabeth and Jim love spending time with their two married daughters and eight grandchildren, taking daily walks along golden sands, and enjoying the beautiful Hawaiian sunsets. They divide time residing in Honolulu, Hawaii and the Washington State coast.
- Simplify life by focusing on God’s priorities.
- Appreciate God’s Word and apply it to everyday situations.
- Respond to circumstances with confidence by seeing yourself through God’s loving eyes.
- Increase closeness in marriage by serving and honoring each other.
- Powerfully shape the hearts of children and teenagers.
- Enjoy greater intimacy with God.
Jim is the bestselling author of A Man After God’s Own Heart and two-time finalist for the Gold Medallion Book Award. Besides writing, he has served as a pastor, seminary professor, and as a pharmacist with the Medical Service Corps of the Army Reserve.
Jim’s leadership influence has helped thousands of men honor God by modeling integrity in the workplace, learn to be better communicators, and build a strong legacy for their family. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Oklahoma, and a Master of Divinity and Master of Theology from Talbot School of Theology.
In the midst of their busy writing schedule, Elizabeth and Jim love spending time with their two married daughters and eight grandchildren, taking daily walks along golden sands, and enjoying the beautiful Hawaiian sunsets. They divide time residing in Honolulu, Hawaii and the Washington State coast.
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July 10, 2013
As a fan of Elizabeth George and having recently reviewed her upcoming release, “A Girl’s Guide to Making Really Good Choices,� I decided to check out her husband Jim George’s upcoming release, “A Boy’s Guide to Making Really Good Choices.
I’m a bit disappointed to find that it’s basically the same material as Elizabeth’s book with one added chapter about obedience. However, the material is biblically based and well thought out–still a good resource for discipling your 8- to 12-year-old boy.
In his book, Jim George helps boys discover what God’s Word says about making choices. The book follows the story of a boy, Justin Smith, and some of the decisions he makes. George makes the point early on that choices are a heart issue and that having a plan helps you make good choices when the time comes.
What makes this book stand out is that it’s not just a book, but it’s more of an interactive Bible study, steeped with Scripture, with questions to answer at the end of each chapter. The questions help boys process what they learned and identify ways put what they learned to work as they make daily choices.
Another great feature is the acrostics George uses in each chapter to help boys remember the main points. For example, in the chapter on choosing to read the Bible, the acrostic for BIBLE is:
B � Bible reading is a must.
I � Important answers come from the Bible.
B � Bible truths give you direction.
L � Life changes come from the Bible.
E � Eternal life is found in the Bible.
Chapters in “A Boy’s Guide to Making Really Good Choices� include:
choosing to obey; choosing to pray; choosing to read your Bible, choosing to get up; choosing your friends, choosing what you say; choosing to be patient; choosing a happy heart; and choosing to trust God.
All in all, this is a great resource for young boys to grow in their faith and learn to make really good choices. It would be great for a dad to work through with his son, or for a small group of boys and their Bible study leader to work through together. It’s probably one I’ll be buying for my son once he reaches the target age group.
Note: I received a copy of the book from the publisher for this review. However, the opinions expressed are my own.
I’m a bit disappointed to find that it’s basically the same material as Elizabeth’s book with one added chapter about obedience. However, the material is biblically based and well thought out–still a good resource for discipling your 8- to 12-year-old boy.
In his book, Jim George helps boys discover what God’s Word says about making choices. The book follows the story of a boy, Justin Smith, and some of the decisions he makes. George makes the point early on that choices are a heart issue and that having a plan helps you make good choices when the time comes.
What makes this book stand out is that it’s not just a book, but it’s more of an interactive Bible study, steeped with Scripture, with questions to answer at the end of each chapter. The questions help boys process what they learned and identify ways put what they learned to work as they make daily choices.
Another great feature is the acrostics George uses in each chapter to help boys remember the main points. For example, in the chapter on choosing to read the Bible, the acrostic for BIBLE is:
B � Bible reading is a must.
I � Important answers come from the Bible.
B � Bible truths give you direction.
L � Life changes come from the Bible.
E � Eternal life is found in the Bible.
Chapters in “A Boy’s Guide to Making Really Good Choices� include:
choosing to obey; choosing to pray; choosing to read your Bible, choosing to get up; choosing your friends, choosing what you say; choosing to be patient; choosing a happy heart; and choosing to trust God.
All in all, this is a great resource for young boys to grow in their faith and learn to make really good choices. It would be great for a dad to work through with his son, or for a small group of boys and their Bible study leader to work through together. It’s probably one I’ll be buying for my son once he reaches the target age group.
Note: I received a copy of the book from the publisher for this review. However, the opinions expressed are my own.
June 3, 2014
This is an excellent resource for a young boy. I gave this book 5/5 stars. I think it would be great to use as a devotional with a 6-10 year old. Having a parent read it with him would be even better. There is simple advice following some scenarios that will have the young boy thinking about his options. I liked that it was easy to read and also was entertaining enough to keep his interest. I would recommend this book to any parent of a young Christian boy who needs some simple guidance in his life.
I would like to thank the publisher for the copy of this book I enjoyed reading. I gave an honest review based on my opinion of what I read.
I would like to thank the publisher for the copy of this book I enjoyed reading. I gave an honest review based on my opinion of what I read.
February 19, 2020
Primero que nada, tengo 23 (más de la edad que Jason) pero, este libro ha sido y aún es de mucha edificación para mi vida, tanto espiritualmente como personalmente, además que me ha a ayudado en formar una personalidad organizada y más consciente acerca de las decisiones que tengo que tomar. Asà que, si eres un joven que tiende a apresurarse a tomar decisiones sin pensarlo, debes leer este libro. ¡TE VA A CAMBIAR!
December 20, 2013
I've really enjoyed reading through this with my son and discussing the character traits and groundwork that goes into making good choices consistently. The book is an interactive workbook that encourages and instigates conversations based on Biblical passages and concepts. It's been a great experience.
NOTE: This book should be purchased as a physical copy instead of a digital document.
NOTE: This book should be purchased as a physical copy instead of a digital document.
March 1, 2014
I really needed to get that stuff out of me
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