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Listen to the Fields of the Fatherless Message

Sometimes you don't know what you're missing... until you read the right book!

Think of this little book you're holding as a map that leads to a field filled with treasure. The treasure is the truth about what brings joy to God's heart - and can bring great joy to yours, too.

Unfortunately, many Christians today aren't experiencing the kind of fulfillment and joy they long for in their walk with God. In Fields of the Fatherless, author Tom Davis reveals why this is so. "Real joy is not always found in obvious places," writes Davis. "Instead, it hides in corners, waiting to be discovered when we sacrifice our desires for God's desires."

With compassion and insight, Davis shows you how to reach out to a special group of people who are most in need -- and who the Bible reveals are most on God's heart. Starting now, you can know the kind of purpose and joy that comes when you work side by side with God in His favorite fields.

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Reckless pursuit of goodness, unbridled passion, and unrelenting determination to minister are all ways of summarizing the mission philosophy of Jesus in regard to reaching the downtrodden and destitute. Davis shows how Christ included orphans, widows, and aliens in His intimate circle of ministry. By using powerful testimonies, as well as a story of personal tragedy, Davis gently reminds readers of the Scriptural mandate to assist the poor and outcast of society. He shows how the selflessness of the Lord serves as a role model for any Christian wishing to find fulfillment and joy by serving others.

After admittedly pulling at your heartstrings, Davis provides a long list of ideas, Web sites, and organizations that can be tapped as immediate ways of showing compassion to less-fortunate people. Anyone dealing with spiritual dryness or issues of self-absorption will benefit from the stories and lessons in this book.

Evangelical Christian Library Association

“Tom has produced an interesting and compelling work that I hope finds its way into the hands of every Christian who is asking, ‘How can I make a difference for God in the world?’ Through Fields of the Fatherless you will look into the eyes of some beautiful, but desperately needy children. Their stories will win your heart and through Tom’s wise direction you will discover how to rescue theirs. This book is on my ‘highly recommended’ list.”

Chuck Smith, Jr., Senior pastor of Capo Beach Calvary
and author of The End of the World…As We Know It

“Tom Davis has written a heart-stirring book that is sure to be a wake-up call to all who desire to please God.”

Lisa Bevere, speaker and bestselling author of
Kissed the Girls and Made Them Cry

“As taught in the book of James, religion that pleases God is caring for orphans and widows. Christ said, ‘…whoever gives to one of these little ones even a cup of cold water to drink, truly I say to you, he shall not lose his reward.’ In this book, C. Thomas Davis explains the why and the how to, and he and the Lord give us great encouragement to do it. Enough said!”

Norm Miller, Chairman, Interstate Batteries

“C. Thomas Davis makes his case. We all can make a difference in the lives of the fatherless. What seems so daunting becomes so doable as Tom gently but insistently urges us to reach out to the lonely and the hurting—down the street and across an ocean. When we do just that, when we do reach out, our fear of getting involved with the fatherless quickly fades as we come to relish the privilege of reassuring young lives of our Father’s unfailing love. Surely one reason Jesus taught us that it is better to give than receive is because, it turns out, giving is receiving.”

Dr. Mark Elliott, Director of The Global Center,
Beeson Divinity School, Samford University

“The story of the fatherless causes such a kaleidoscope of deep emotions because it is our own story. Our home is Eden conversing with our Father, yet we all live far apart from the place and the parents we were designed for. Tom Davis provides us a mirror to our deepest pains and most powerful joys through the stories of amazing children and adults cared for by an even more amazing God. Fields of the Fatherless will move you to a life of deeper love and more urgent action.”

Brad Smith, President, Leadership Network

“Tom Davis has captured the essence of the gospel and our Christian social responsibility in eloquent tones. With so many people asking the question, ‘What is God’s will for my life?’ it is important to remember the ethic of the gospel. Prisoners, widows and orphans are close to the heart of God. Tom reminds us that we cannot ‘stand on the sidelines’ but need to engage a needy world with the timeless truths of scripture. I wholeheartedly endorse his timely and direct message.”

Butch Maltby, President, Touchpoint Solutions

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