The Godly Beard

dlehman · #1 06-04-2009, 07:49 PM

I have written a new book called The Godly Beard. It is available for free online at http://www.i8-d.com/The_Godly_Beard_-_Web_Edition.pdf . It is free to read, but not print, sell or edit. If you want the book in print form, it is available at http://www.cafepress.com/dewaynelehman .

First let me say, while I'm discussing a new book I've written, I'm not trying to promote anything. I'm making the book available free to read online in PDF form. I am not worried about sales. I figure if people like the online version, they'll get a copy for their library. And if they don't, oh well. I just want to get the clear message out.

It's a 77 page book on the biblical beard from the historical, cultural, and scriptural viewpoints. I will inform potential readers that the historical and cultural "views" focus on the negative view of the beard throughout world and church history.

I hope my book is enlightening and convicting to everyone. Fear not, it is not condemning. That's not my place nor my intention.

Please let me know your thoughts after reading. Thank you!

God bless,
Bro. Lehman

Sam · #2 06-04-2009, 08:08 PM

I did not read the book

dlehman · #3 06-04-2009, 08:24 PM

I know, It was only published a few days ago. That's why I posted here, so people could read it.

SOUNWORTHY · #4 06-04-2009, 10:55 PM

It's about time.

The bearded one!!

Michael The Disciple · #5 06-04-2009, 10:57 PM

Ok I skimmed the book. A pretty good assesment of the topic imo.

rava61 · #6 06-10-2009, 09:47 PM

That is one of the best pieces that I have ever read concerning the beard. I myself have never had a beard for ther sake of 'my ministry'; however, I have not preached that it was wrong for any man to have a beard if they chose to. There are many among us Apostolics who gladly condemn men for having beards or mustaches, though they have no scripture to back them; so it will be with great joy that I pass this on to my friends. I do plan on getting a printed copy to add to my library.

Thanks for allowing God to use you to enlighten us.

dlehman · #7 06-12-2009, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by rava61

That is one of the best pieces that I have ever read concerning the beard. I myself have never had a beard for ther sake of 'my ministry'; however, I have not preached that it was wrong for any man to have a beard if they chose to. There are many among us Apostolics who gladly condemn men for having beards or mustaches, though they have no scripture to back them; so it will be with great joy that I pass this on to my friends. I do plan on getting a printed copy to add to my library.

Thanks for allowing God to use you to enlighten us.

Thank you, Bro. I am glad that you enjoyed the book. I know that there are still many who take an opposing position. (I would be curious for their comments after reading the book.) But I have also found, even among older UPC ministers (which are often stereotyped as "hard", which is unfair to them, I think), that they are welcoming this book. I've honestly not had any negative feedback at all, which is quite surprising for me.

Please encourage your friends to leave a comment here after reading. I welcome all comments, even the negative ones.

God bless,

Bro. Lehman