How to get your Dad Degree
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Dr Anthony van Tonder
Anthony van Tonder is the Founder and Director of Family LifeChange Centre SA, a Section 21, Non Profit Organisation since 2001. He left one of the major Retail Groups in SA as Divisional Ops Manager after 19 years. He was awarded several accolades such as Divisional Operations Manager of the Year, Most Profitable Region and others. Whilst based in Durban SA, he functioned as Chairman of the Central Business District, an initiative of the Durban Chamber of Commerce. His forte is, quote: ‘getting results through people’. He has a passion to Train, Develop and Equip any person who wants to unleash their personal potential. He serves as mentor to several Business Unit Leaders and Senior Pastors. His personal calling statement is ‘Shaping YOU for significance,’ whilst believing in the principle “Give a man a fish to eat and you still his hunger, teach a man to fish and he is fed for life.”
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How to get your Dad Degree - Dr Anthony van Tonder
HOW TO GET YOUR DAD DEGREE
A contemporary look at Godly manhood
by
Dr Anthony van Tonder
SMASHWORD EDITION
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Over 15 000 copies sold
This is one of the most practical books on the essence of being the right dad and husband. I have been impacted through the gentle way Dr Anthony challenges you to rise to the next level of fathering. I recommend every father and husband reads this book in conjunction with an accountability partner
- Pastor Harry Chinniah
As a corporate executive, I have set many goals, missions and visions in place, however until I read this book it never dawned on me to set them for my family. You will be inspired as you embark on the same journey with your family.
- Husband, father and CEO
© 2008 Anthony van Tonder
ISBN 978-0-620-40707-6
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CONTENTS
Dedication
Acknowledgements
Introduction
01 Scared to lead
02 Defining a dad
03 Love changes everything
04 A role model
05 A man of prayer
06 Successful Communication
07 Quality Time
08 Round Table
09 Balance
10 Family motto
11 Mission statement
12 Contentment
13 About the Author
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DEDICATION
This book is dedicated to my heavenly Father who has been my Dad and has given me a helper, my wonderful wife Michelle, to cope with the issues of fatherhood in our home.
It is also a dedication to my earthly dad, who loved me for whom I am, despite his physical deterioration. He continues to inspire me to emulate his heart towards all those around me. I see how priceless this investment is as I now grow and develop others to become a spiritual father to them.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
My wife Michelle who inspired the idea of couples studying together to get their Mom & Dad Degrees.
Dr Bruce Wilkinson for his teachings on marriage, which have been a source of spiritual guidance, mentorship and major renewal in our marriage.
Rev Ben Dykman, for his insight and teaching on prayer, which has become a way of life.
My first time boss Pieter Ludik, for his invaluable coaching that ignited my style of leadership.
Our four beautiful children who enabled us to grow whenever we failed in our attempts to be godly parents.
Rev Rick Warren for his book, Purpose Driven Life.
Bob Buford, for his encouragement through his book, Half Time.
Gary Chapman for his book, The Five Languages of Love.
The Walk Thru the Bible organization for their wonderful resources that have impacted my life forever.
Jason Frank for his assistance in editing the original manuscript.
Harry Chinniah, for his initiative in compiling the companion workbook at the back of this book.
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INTRODUCTION
Do you have what it takes to be a Dad? How do you measure up