Practical Happiness: A Young Man's Guide to a Contented Life

by Bob Schultz

Behind their brave and independent exteriors young men are searching for answers. Without counsel how can they find the path that leads to inner joy and lasting contentment? Practical Happiness: A Young Man's Guide to a Contented Life offers such counsel. Through short, captivating stories, Bob Schultz has crafted a book to lead young men toward a life of contentment that can only be found by seeking the heart of God. Bob writes with a homespun wisdom born out of experience as well as a quest for a closer walk with God. His goal is to help young men chart a smooth course through life by addressing areas of faith, character, and subtleties of attitude that must be adjusted in order to direct them on the path to inner joy and lasting contentment.

Genres: Parenting, Christian, Nonfiction, Family, Christian Living

223 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2008

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okay, so the books Bob Schultz wrote were for boys...and I am a girl. But, even though they're written for boys, pretty much all of the principles still apply to us girls, and I really enjoyed them; they're easy to listen to, and full of stories and real-life examples. :)

[Violet W. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finished just in time to give to my brother for his birthday. Approved! Definitely a book he should have. This is every bit as good as Schultz's other "boy" books, though less well-known.

[Anete Ābola · Rating 5 out of 5]

As always - this author doesn't disappoint.

[Isaac · Rating 5 out of 5]

A true gem that ought to have a much wider reading.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have to say I am a big fan of Bob Schultz's writing. So interesting, easy to understand and shows you how to live out a life the way God wants us to. This is the second book we are reading by this author and already love it. We read this about twice a week for morning time during term 2...krb 1/6/19

This book is definitely a read again book! Great to read a chapter a day....krb 8/19/19

Picked up this book because I needed something to keep me focused on God during this time of my life and Mr Schultz's books are amazing. Reading during morning devotions, sometimes aloud to whoever is awake with me...keb 12/7/22 Again, so glad to revisit this book. Many things to common place about. A true gem to be reread over and over...krb 2/23/23

[Go2therock · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I could give this book 10 stars. My kids and I are hoping that Mr. Schultz will come out with another book very soon, as we are already mourning our mornings with him.

Bob is much more open, vulnerable, and forthright in this book than in his previous outstanding books. We will be revisiting these chapters again and again.

May the Lord richly bless him, and he is always welcome at our table.

[Natasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent! I'm reading all of the Bob Schultz books to my brother and each of them is excellent! My brother likes the books and I like them, too. This particular volume contains some of the best musings on happiness ever written-- contained in one easy-to-read, personable book. Makes you think.

[Mystie Winckler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Own. Purchased & read on recommendation of Kendra of preschoolersandpeace.com

[Sandra]

A Young Man's Guide to a Contented Life is the subtitle.....however, amazon reviewers indicated it was a great read for anyone. Goal here is for my sons and I=family read.

[Christian Blackshear · Rating 5 out of 5]

Like all of his books I find them encouraging.

[Petra W · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even though this book is intended to give young men spiritual insight it is also GREAT insight for women too....

[Lisa Lehmann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great devotional for boys.

[Kendra Fletcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books I've ever read to the kids. Bob Schultz was a wise man.

[Nathan Dunahoo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like this book, but not greatly, because the lessons are put in a light that is easy to relate to.

[Reuben · Rating 5 out of 5]

A true outline on what a man should be in world especially in the work place