Robert K. Auten Jr. provides guidance for parents seeking to raise respectful, accountable, and Christlike children
REDONDO BEACH, Calif., Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Chronicling the life lessons imparted by his parents through the lens of faith and biblical principles, author Robert K. Auten Jr. has released his new book, "Lessons from My Father and Mother: The Triune Relationship of God with My Father and Mother."
Structured in two parts, the book navigates through the specific teachings and experiences derived from his mother and father, connecting these lessons to a broader understanding of God's guidance and the triune relationship between God, father, and mother.
"I wrote this book to share how the Lord, through my parents, guided me to recognize my weaknesses, build character, and navigate the paths I was meant to follow and avoid," Auten said. "These experiences have shaped who I am today."
The first of the book recounts the wisdom and values instilled by Auten's mother, Alyce Dorothy Owens Auten. Through various vignettes, he shares topics such as love's connection to maturity, the nature of human weaknesses, societal challenges faced by Black youth, and principles of respect and self-control. The second half shifts to the teachings of Auten's father, Robert Keith Auten, where he discusses lessons he learned about discipline, integrity, and grace, offering insights on handling relationships, financial stewardship, and personal accountability. At the end of each vignette, he shares his personal takeaways from each lesson.
Drawing from his own experiences, Auten encourages readers to reflect on how they influence the children in their care. He urges parents to recognize each child's individuality and provide tailored wisdom, guidance, and direction. He emphasizes the importance of early intervention in addressing problematic behaviors and fostering self-control.
"Teaching boys self-control is vital to their growth into respectful, responsible men," said Auten. "When we guide them to develop discipline and accountability, we empower them to lead with integrity and reflect Christ's love in their relationships and communities."
"Lessons from My Father and Mother: The Triune Relationship of God with My Father and Mother"
By Robert K. Auten Jr.
ISBN: 9798385029297 (softcover); 9798285029303 (hardcover); 9798385029310 (electronic)
Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble
About the author
Robert K. Auten Jr. has been a committed Christian for more than 50 years. He serves as a teacher, mentor, and leader in his church's annual eight-month Boys Rites of Passage Program. Auten has more than 40 years of experience in the aerospace and space industries as a design engineer, program manager, product team director, and consultant for some of the nation's highest-priority satellites, sensors, and payloads. Early in his career, he was an adjunct assistant professor of engineering at California State University, Long Beach. He holds a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering from Santa Clara University and a Master of Science from Loyola Marymount University.
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