Today’s boys are growing up in a world where disrespect toward women is too often treated as normal. Dave and Ashley Willis—parents of four boys—share powerful stories and biblical truths to help parents raise sons who value honor, integrity, and true manhood. They warn against the toxic “locker room mentality” and offer practical lessons that shape boys into men of character. With real-life examples and conversation starters for every age, this is a guide to raising respectful, responsible, Christ-centered young men.

 

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Today&rsquo;s boys are growing up in a world where disrespect toward women is too often treated as normal. Dave and Ashley Willis&mdash;parents of four boys&mdash;share powerful stories and biblical truths to help parents raise sons who value honor, integrity, and true manhood. They warn against the toxic &ldquo;locker room mentality&rdquo; and offer practical lessons that shape boys into men of character. With real-life examples and conversation starters for every age, this is a guide to raising respectful, responsible, Christ-centered young men.
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