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I’D RATHER BE HUNTING

Copyright © 2014 by Stephen W. Sorenson

Published by Harvest House Publishers

Eugene, Oregon 97402

www.HarvestHousePublishers.com

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Sorenson, Stephen.

I’d rather be hunting / Stephen W. Sorenson.

pages cm

ISBN 978-0-7369-5310-8 (pbk.)

ISBN 978-0-7369-5311-5 (eBook)

1. Hunting—Religious aspects—Christianity. I. Title.

BV4597.4.S67 2014

248.8'8—dc23

2013018012

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Dedication

To my father, who graciously allowed me to buy my first rifle when I was 13.

To my hunting friends, especially Roy (my father-in-law) and Walt, who have shared so many adventures with me and positively influenced my life more than they’ll ever know.

To Amanda, my dear wife and hunting companion, who has always known how much I need hunting adventures in my life. She played such a key role in making this book happen.

And to Caitlin, for her encouragement, laughter, and godly character.

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About I’d Rather Be Hunting: Stories and Insights on the Path of Adventure

If matching wits with an elusive elk, chasing an antelope, or hunting pheasants excites you or someone you love, I’d Rather Be Hunting is perfect! Longtime hunter Stephen Sorenson shares memorable hunting stories and occasional misadventures to encourage you to enjoy God’s great outdoors. You’ll find strategies for success in the field and life as you go on hunting adventures that include:

• getting within shooting distance of eagle-eyed pronghorns

• stalking elusive mountain goats

• dropping a bull elk in the middle of a charge

• teaching a new hunter how to bag pheasants and chukars

• scoping wily, nimble-footed deer

In these exciting hunting stories, you’ll discover what it takes to persevere, give thanks in all situations, develop strong friendships, and experience how much God loves you and wants you to grow in Him.

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