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UNVARNISHED MAN

I didn’t learn faith in an ivory tower—I learned it through real-world trial by fire. Author of Unvarnished.

Unvarnished: A Field Manual of Faith, Masculinity, and Spiritual Discipline in a Broken World
Unvarnished: A Field Manual of Faith, Masculinity, and Spiritual Discipline in a Broken World
 
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Unvarnished: A Field Manual of Faith, Masculinity, and Spiritual Discipline in a Broken WorldMichael RostonPaperbackReal strength isn't about how hard you hit—it's about how faithfully you protect, serve, and stand for the truth.In a world filled with constant noise, outrage culture, and shallow promises of success, modern men are left exhausted, distracted, and spiritually starved. We are told to run the rat race, chase empty status symbols, and hide our flaws behind a mask of self-sufficiency. But beneath the surface, many are quietly wrestling with grief, anger, addiction, and a deep longing for real purpose.Written from the perspective of a blue collar worker, husband, and Catholic convert, Unvarnished is a raw chronicle of an ordinary man's journey from a hot-tempered outsider to a humble servant of God.Blending firsthand stories—from the accountability of the worksite to a transformative 2,800-mile motorcycle pilgrimage—with sharp cultural critique, psychological truth, and spiritual reflection, this book pulls no punches on the real issues facing men today:-Tearing down the ego and learning to master helplessness through the Ministry of Presence.-Breaking free from overconsumption, lustful addictions, and the trap of the modern rat race.-Overcoming grudges and vengeance through the transformative power of divine mercy.-Reclaiming sacrificial masculinity—learning when to hold the shield and when to wield the sword.Part memoir, part battle cry, and part practical field manual, Unvarnished offers honest reflections and actionable challenges to help you stop running, build your life on the Rock, and step onto the horizon as the protector and leader God made you to be.
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A River's Run to Redemption
A River's Run to Redemption
 
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    A River's Run to RedemptionMichael RostonEbookIn this raw and radiant spiritual memoir, The author invites readers into a journey through the wilderness of a life marked by chaos, longing, and eventual surrender to God’s grace. From a turbulent childhood shadowed by family strife to a young adulthood fueled by rebellion and a desperate search for love, his story is one of stumbles and redemption, woven with moments where divine light pierces the darkness. Through vivid, poetic reflections, he explores the hard-won lessons of forgiveness, the mystery of free will, and the transformative power of faith, offering a testament to a God who meets us in our brokenness. With unflinching honesty, The author lays bare his struggles—grief, doubt, and the weight of past mistakes—while celebrating the quiet miracles that reshaped his heart: the loyalty of loved ones, the beauty of creation, and the whispers of a God who never let go. Written for those wrestling with faith, pain, or purpose, this memoir is a beacon of hope, showing that every storm has an end and every soul a home in God’s love. Poignant, relatable, and deeply moving, it’s a call to trust the One who guides us through life’s roughest roads, toward a peace that endures.
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