The San Francisco Giants pitcher recounts his career, the discovery of a malignant tumor in his pitching arm, the pain of surgery, rehabilitation, and two fractures, and the earthquake-halted 1989 World Series

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Biographies & Memoirs

Dravecky, Dave

Stafford, Tim

Leaders & Notable People

Harpercollins

The pitcher for the San Francisco Giants describes how his faith has helped him through recurring cancer and the amputation of his left arm

The Worth of a Man

Politics & Social Sciences

Neal, Connie W.

Social Sciences

Zondervan

A personal and affirming look at what gives a man the greatest sense of meaning and dignity in the eyes of God. An audio version of the book by former Major League pitcher, Dave Dravecky.

Philosophy

Gathers quotations and comments by theologians, humorists, writers, and children along with biblical passages concerning heaven in a small gift book designed to provide comfort and hope to Christian readers coping with pain and sorrow.

Glimpses of Heaven

Religion & Spirituality

Sorenson, Amanda

Dravecky, Jan

Christian Books & Bibles

The former All Star pitcher for the San Francisco Giants and his wife and co-author narrate the stories of the everyday heroes who have touched their hearts and strengthened their faith by remaining virtuous in the face of tragedy.

Portraits in Courage

Halliday, Steve

Shares insights into the wisdom and promises of the Scriptures

Do Not Lose Heart: Meditations of Encouragement and Comfort

Parenting & Relationships

The Worth of a Manis takes a personal and affirming look at what gives a man the greatest sense of meaning and dignity in the eyes of God.

Worth of a Man, The

Devotional thoughts for those who are suffering--never minimizing pain, but always maximizing hope.There is no way to escape suffering. Sooner or later each one of us faces terrible loss or disappointment, whether the circumstance is divorce, the death of a loved one, the loss of a career, or a terminal illness. At such times, inspiring stories with happily-ever-after endings may not meet the need.Do Not Lose Heart is a collection of meditations for those who need to hear the truth about life in a fallen world and about how to get through suffering intact. Based on 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Do Not Lose Heart affirms the deep peace that comes from trusting in a wise and loving God.

During eight seasons of major league baseball, pitcher Dave Dravecky learned more than the importance of getting ahead in the count or wasting a pitch when he had the batter in the hole with an 0-2 count. Baseball taught him lessons he could apply to his life and his relationship with God. That's what Called Up is about. In this fast-moving and compelling book, Dravecky retells classic baseball stories and introduces readers to some of baseball's greatest players---and characters. Taking you inside the game, his insights will prompt you to think. You'll actually feel the tension, for instance, as you relive the final three outs in Sandy Koufax's electrifying no-hitter against the Chicago Cubs in 1965. And as you consider the huge odds Koufax faced, you'll be encouraged about your own performance in this pressure-cooker world. In life, unlike baseball, no one pitches a no-hitter---and thanks to God's grace, you don't have to. Filled with well-researched stories and spiritual insights, along with hilarious quotes from the players, Called Up also tells you about: * Branch Rickey's secret ambition to integrate Major League baseball * how Jackie Robinson's faith sustained him in 1947, the year he broke the color barrier * why freezing Ted Williams' body so he can one day be resurrected doesn't make sense * the wit, wisdom, and spiritual truths behind Yogi Berra's sayings * Dravecky's all-time, all-century, best-ever All-Star team * the challenges Dravecky faced living out his Christian faith in front of his teammates God doesn't waste any pitches when it comes to teaching you about life from the game of baseball. You'll love the breezy stories, the quick applications, the timeless thoughts and funny quotes in Called Up. Are you ready for the first pitch? Good---because the umpire is yelling, 'Play ball!'

Called Up: Stories of Life and Faith from the Great Game of Baseball

The San Francisco Giants pitcher recounts his career, the discovery of a malignant tumor in his pitching arm, the pain of surgery, rehabilitation, and two fractures, and the months of separation from his family that led to the 1989 World Series in San Francisco

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Books by Dravecky, Dave

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Comeback

The Worth of a Man

The Worth of a Man

Glimpses of Heaven

Portraits in Courage

Do Not Lose Heart: Meditations of Encouragement and Comfort

Worth of a Man, The

Do Not Lose Heart: Meditations of Encouragement and Comfort

Called Up: Stories of Life and Faith from the Great Game of Baseball

Comeback