Dave Willis - Raising Boys Who Respect Girls: Upending Locker Room Mentality, Blind Spots, and Unintended Sexism

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PRAISE FOR

RAISING BOYS WHO RESPECT GIRLS

I am thrilled for Daves newest book. This will help us guide our sons into healthy relationships with girls. Thats what we all want but may not have known how. In this #MeToo era, this book, from a respected thought-leader, pastor, and father of four sons, is exactly what we need to teach our sons to honor and defend women, without diminishing healthy masculinity. Lets all raise a generation of men who respect women.

SHAUNTI FELDHAHN, SOCIAL RESEARCHER AND BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF FOR WOMEN ONLY AND FOR PARENTS ONLY

As a father of two boys I want to instill in them the exact lesson learned from this book. The challenge for all of us is that raising boys into men who treat women with respect is not something that automatically happens. In this book youll discover not just the how but also the ability to teach your children the why. As a bonus, Daves writing is infectious and his instruction is courageous. He is absolutely the right author to deliver this message. If you are a father of boys (or girls) you will not regret reading this book!

BRENT EVANS, PRESIDENT, MARRIAGETODAY AND FOUNDER, XOMARRIAGE.COM

Our culture sends mixed and harmful messages about what it means to be a man. As a father of two sons, it has been a constant battle to help them avoid internalizing these destructive ideas. Thats why Im thankful for Dave Williss book. It will help parents equip their sons to have a biblical, redemptive vision of manhood.

JIM DALY, PRESIDENT, FOCUS ON THE FAMILY

As a survivor of child abuse and domestic violence, one of my greatest dreams for my daughters is that God blesses them with loving, gentle, and honorable husbands. Reading Raising Boys Who Respect Girls has given me profound hope for our childrens generation. The humble, compassionate, and poignant words of Dave Willis provide a beautiful window into the heart of a father who desiresnot only to raise his own sons to model Jesusbut to inspire other parents to do the same. Rather than shame masculinity, Dave elevates it as a blessing from God to be celebrated and used to model Jesus Christ. I am grateful for this book.

JENNIFER GREENBERG, AUTHOR OF NOT FORSAKEN: A STORY OF LIFE AFTER ABUSE

Many modern-day cultural critics both inside and outside the church are standing on the banks of a river complaining about all the trash flowing downstream. Much of the critique is around the state of masculinity. One of the greatest needs of the day is for men and women to move upstream and stop the trash from being thrown in the river to begin with. My firm belief is that the upstream issue of our day is the hearts of men. Dave Willis has journeyed upstream not only to identify the problem but to give us practical solutions. The health of a church, a community, and a culture can never exceed the health of the hearts of its men.

SCOTT NICKELL, TEACHING PASTOR, SOUTHLAND CHRISTIAN CHURCH; COHOST, THE LOCKER ROOM PODCAST

This isnt about toxic masculinity or the gender wars. Raising Boys Who Respect Girls is about the quiet, seemingly unnoticeable things that happen every day that perpetuate the mind-set that women are not worthy of love and respect. With bold honesty and conviction, Willis shares his own past mistakes, his current fight to end the cycle with his four boys, and practical advice we can all implement as we work toward a changed future.

AMANDA LUEDEKE, VICE PRESIDENT AND AGENT AT MACGREGOR & LUEDEKE

Dave Willis is an anointed speaker and writer. No matter where you are in your parenting walk, you need to read this book.

DR. SCOTT AND LEAH SILVERII, AUTHORS OF LIFE AFTER DIVORCE AND UNCUFFED: BULLET PROOFING LAW ENFORCEMENT MARRIAGES

Dave Willis boldly tackles topics that are imperative to address with all men, young and old alike. His direct and courageous transparency, both through personal experience and candid interviews, unveils and illuminates root patterns continuing to keep women in bondage. Dave powerfully reveals the hidden struggles and calls the next generation of men to more. Raising Boys Who Respect Girls is a must-have resource for anyone parenting boys.

LAUREN REITSEMA, AUTHOR; VICE PRESIDENT OF STRATEGY AND COMMUNICATIONS, THE CENTER FOR RELATIONSHIP EDUCATION

This book is for every parent who cares about raising boys in our day. Dave helps us understand the challenges of raising men of honor in a complicated and confusing culture. He shares his own struggles with his signature humor and practical style that gives do-able answers that every mom and dad need. Do yourself and your boys a favor and read this book today!

GARRETT BOOTH, PASTOR, GRACE HOUSTON

Those who mistakenly believe it is impossible to be effective as a parent or guardian know nothing about Raising Boys Who Respect Girls! Anyone who has concerns about raising children needs this book in their personal library. Daves keen dedication for his family leaves an everlasting impression about the delightful measures of raising respectable boys. Dynamic! Pulsating with spiritual energy... waiting to be read!

KIMBERLY BAXTER-LEE, M.ED, ADMINISTRATOR, CHARLES HENRY TERRELL ACADEMY; PROFESSOR OF HISTORY, PAINE COLLEGE

More than ever before, our sons need to know what a real man is... and what he isnt. As a mom of four sons I am passionate about raising my boys to become good and godly men, yet the culture we are raising them in can make that really hard. Oh, how desperately we need a voice of reason to help families catch a vision for raising boys to be true menmen of character and integrity. Men who respect women. In the pages of this book, Dave Willis offers that voice of reasonand what a better world this would be if all parents raising boys could read it.

MONICA SWANSON, AUTHOR, BOY MOM; HOST, THE BOY MOM PODCAST; BLOGGER AT MONICASWANSON.COM

The tone Dave sets in this book is one of truth and grace. It doesnt bash men or parents, it brings realization to why things are the way they are. I truly believe that anyone who reads this book will have the power to help change the direction of our culture. Its a book I had no idea I had been waiting for, until I read it.

BARCLAY BISHOP, JOURNALIST AND NETWORK TV NEWS ANCHOR

Boys need role models to show them what real manhood looks like, which includes relating to girls in an honorable waynot objectifying or discounting them. Willis compels parents to bring an end to the disrespect of females and the belittling of males, through poignant illustrations, sobering statistics, and a hopeful way forward. As parents of three boys and two girls, we are deeply grateful for this timely, transparent resource. We highly recommend this right-now message to anyone who is raising or impacting the next generation.

ADAM REID, LEAD PASTOR, CENTRAL MICHIGAN CHRISTIAN CHURCH; AND KATIE M. REID, AUTHOR, MADE LIKE MARTHA; PARENTS TO FIVE GREAT KIDS (AGES 3 TO 15)

This is the most important book I have read in quite some time. Dave Willis speaks biblically, yet frankly, about the global problem of raising boys who respect girls. This boy mom couldnt put it down. Its a must-read!

AMBER LIA, BESTSELLING COAUTHOR, TRIGGERS AND PARENTING SCRIPTS

Raising Boys Who Respect Girls is a much-needed reality check, reminding us that it takes the utmost courage, perseverance, and intention to raise children who are willing to go against the loud voice of culture. But the most important reminder is that a life of respect has to begin with each and every one of us, as we lead our children by example. Im grateful for the bold truth in this hopeful book!