Overview

"""When I was about two and one-half years old ... I decided to take a walk by myself."" Thus a precocious (and peculiarly mishap-prone) little boy, known to his loved ones as Freckles, raises an alert at home and around the neighborhood that will persist for years as he embarks on a lifetime journey of hijinks, hard-won lessons, and love. Tag along with him to laugh and learn while faithful and well-meaning Freckles, along with his canine companion Buster and in league with siblings and friends, grapples with bees and axe blades, tomatoes and toy sirens, the forces of nature and his own mischievous impulses. Discover how many jams one boy can get himself into and be rescued from by loved ones and God's grace. As Freckles the boy grows up (but not too much!) into Dr. Guild, the man, husband, father, and medical missionary, find out along with him about God's great wisdom, His many gifts to His children, the blessings of following His ways, and His unwavering compassion for the Freckles in all of us, as He seeks to guide us through the ups and downs of life toward the mountaintop of eternal life. ""I highly recommend this book for children, families, and all those who want to be reminded about the limitless power of our God."" Dr. Kris R. Eckenroth, D.Min. M.Div., Speaker/Executive Director Retro Ministries ""Delightful, exciting, true- life stories with solid moral lessons."" Chana, homeschooling mother of 5 ""Parents and all readers will be blessed by his Christian values that lead us to Jesus."" Dr. William D. Fisher DO, ACOFP"

Full Product Details

9781479617296

Table of Contents

Reviews

"""When I think of Dr. Gordon Guild, I think of Colossians 3:23: ""Whatever you do, do it with all your heart."" This wonderful collection has stories of Dr. Guild living and working with all his heart-from medical missions in Mongolia and Honduras, to snowmobiling across the river ice, to releasing squawking chickens in the girls' dorm. Truly Dr. Guild has lived life to the fullest-and as a child of God, he's only just begun."" -Andy Nash, Ph.D., Pastor and Professor, Southern Adventist University ""Fun and interesting stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Fun to read, but I don't recommend trying any of his pranks at home!"" -Lauren, High School Student, age 16 ""I love the adventures and spiritually uplifting stories written by Dr. Guild. Parents and all readers will be blessed by his Christian values that lead us to Jesus. This is a book every family and church worker should have in their library."" -Dr. William D. Fisher DO, ACOFP ""Delightful, exciting, true-life stories with solid moral lessons. What mother can't identify with such mischievousness? Follow the journey of a small-town Canadian kid from his childhood experiences to those as a Mission Doctor. These stories will thrill children and adults alike-a must read for all ages!"" -Chana, Homeschooling Mother of 5 ""Dr. Guild's book is an amazing compilation of children's sermons that may be used to bless children and adults everywhere. Each story contains Scripture verse applications and Bible principles that teach lessons of God's love and majesty. This is an amazing resource for pastors to use when searching for sermon illustrations. It is an asset to anyone serving in Children's Ministries. In addition, it is a gift to any parent or grandparent who desires to touch their children's hearts for Jesus."" -Carole Verrill, Children's Pastor of the Collegedale Church ""Children love to hear stories told by Dr. Guild. He has given his life to serve as a physician and missionary. As a result, he personally has experienced the love and power of God. These experiences are shared in this book to testify to the fact that the Lord continues to be active in the lives of His people. I highly recommend this book for children, families, and all those who want to be reminded about the limitless power of our God."" -Dr. Kris R. Eckenroth, D.Min., Speaker/Executive Director Retro Ministries"

Author Information

"Dr. Gordon Guild, known as ""Freckles"" by family, friends, and fellow mischief-makers, lives with curiosity, courage, and compassion. Raised in Canada, he studied and practiced in Michigan and now lives in Tennessee. For thirty-seven years, Dr. Guild performed surgery, anesthesia, hospital rounds, office calls, coroner work, and delivered over 1,000 babies. Under his leadership, a long-term, closed-head injury rehabilitation program was established-the first of its kind in the U.S. It helps many young people recover who might otherwise perish.When not making house calls or doing foreign medical/evangelism work, Dr. Guild enjoys time with Carol, his beloved wife of fifty-eight years, his four children, and eleven grandchildren. He loves the outdoors and missions. As he tells patients, ""Life on this earth is short, but eternity is forever."""

Tab Content 6

Customer Reviews

Recent Reviews

Countries Available