This one is another to add to my favorites! I saw Machine Gun Preacher several months ago with Gerard Butler and I found out at the end there was a real Machine Gun Preacher named Sam Childers and he had a book I bought right way. Digging through my stacks of unread books I added it to my reading 2 to 3 at a time but I couldn't put this one down. This is another one everyone should read along with my 2 fav books of all time by Kent Nerburn. Neither Wolf Nor Dog and Wolf at Twilight. They are on my favorites list. Actually you should read any and all books on my favorites list:) This book was so moving and I have wanted to add his work to my charities I work with. There are so many evil things in this world that have been happening since we were created and it's so hard to realize there are still so many horrific things done to people, children and animals. They are there but by the Grace of God there are those out there that fight the good fight in any way, shape or form. We can all do something, somewhere, somehow. favorites memoirs-bio own5 s Jennifer Kovelan30 3

PROS: it is an inspiring tale of redemption and of answering a calling greater than ones self.

CONS: it is poorly written, education accounted for, and the religious and political agenda is clear. It is unfortunate that his message isolates itself within these constraints.memoir narrative-non-fiction3 s Debbie3,368 66

This memoir tells the story of Sam Childers and of the children of southern Sudan and northern Uganda. About half of the book describes Sam Childers' youth, including his years as a drug-using and -selling biker and how he left that life to become a Christian preacher called by God to minister in Africa.

The rest of the book describes his ministry in Sudan and Uganda: first driving a mobile medical clinic to areas without access to medical services and now building and protecting a compound where children left orphans by the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) can grow up in safty. He describes what life is in the areas the LRA (a rebel group led by Joseph Kony) terrorizes villagers, why children are kidnapped by the LRA, what happens to them when they are, and how they get free.

He briefly describes the recent history of Sudan and Uganda. He also describes God's protection and provision of his work there. He describes rescues, going into danger areas, and the fighting. He describes in detail the Village/orphanage and what they provide for the children who live there.

The book is interesting, well-written, and fast-paced. I would have d to know more about how they help the children recover from what they've seen and experienced, though. For those who don't gore and suffering, this book has few gory details. Personal accounts of what the children and villages suffer at the hands of the LRA are given briefly and with few details.

Sam Childers is outspoken about his Christian faith in the book and gives credit for a number of miracles (mainly of protection and provision) to God, but he says that a lot of non-Christians are interested in and supportive of his work. So this book might be interesting to non-Christians despite the Christian content. If you're someone who believes there's never any justification for using violence, then I doubt you'll this book.

I'd recommend this book, especially to those who incredible-but-true missionary stories, to soldiers who are Christians, and to those interested in what's being done to help the children in southern Sudan and northern Uganda.christian memoir non-fiction2 s Rachel16 2

My husband told me about this guy - he is actually a "regular" in his Somerset, PA store (when he's in the states)! I'd never heard of him before, but I found his book in the library and was excited to read it.

Sam Childers' story is totally fascinating. Not only the accounts of his dangerous and somewhat controversial work in the Sudan, but also his dramatic, life-changing conversion experience. I was really blown away.

His story is what makes the book. You really do have to overlook the total lack of organization & "flow," the typos (I wasn't even looking for them and I found 3-4), and generally poor editing. Honestly, the story is so amazing, it's surprising how easy it is to overlook those things.

I to rate books on how long they stay in my mind. Some are totally forgettable; some stick with you. This is one that I wake up thinking about. I can't wait till my husband reads it so we can discuss it.

If not for the terrible editing, I would have given it 5 stars.1 Jerusha McCarthy5 1 follower

This is a fantastic book which I highly recommend. If you read it with an open mind it will resonate more as an inspiration to allow God complete rule over your life decisions and to completely trust Him no matter what He asks. If you're reading it for just a "good story" then you will get a good story, but I honestly don't think it will be an inspiration to you and you most ly will be perplexed as to its accuracy. I enjoyed this book because I seriously don't doubt the possibility of any of these circumstances happening in the life of someone that completely trusts God with their money, time, efforts, and safety such as Sam Childers did.to-buy1 Adrianne Stachura4 1 follower

Spiders don’t lay eggs in people. It’s a common urban legend that Sam swears really happened to him in Sudan. If he is lying about something stupid spiders laying eggs in his arm, what else is he lying about? Now I feel I can’t believe a word coming out of his mouth. The book is extremely self-serving but he is helping hundreds of people (unless he is lying about that too). Sam is a religious nutter. We’re supposed to believe he rubbed oil on a girl & her flesh eating bacteria disease fell off instantly. What????? Between magical oil, flesh eating bacteria falling off on a whim, & supernatural spiders laying eggs in our narrator’s arm this book is way too far out there for me to believe a word of. Stick to facts next time. Doron5

Sam Childers journey was interesting , I feel that the book was a bit haphazard and could have benefitted greatly from an experienced editor. The delivery was a bit lacking and at times the book really gave off the impression that rather than being repentant on his earlier wrong doings he treated them bragging points.

I also found the miracles and stories about the devil a little theatrical for my personal taste. I am however not the target market for this book I believe that the stories may better serve a modern day Christian audience better.
Dave StuckyAuthor 4 books2

Sam Childers is an example of what happens when you mix a hardcore guy destined for an early death with the extremely powerful and amazing work that Jesus Christ s to bring into our lives.

Without giving too much detail, this story is absolutely marvelous in how bold and triumphant a powerful relationship with God can go. Ben2

The book Another Man's war was a well in depth written book accounting events that had happened that Sam has experienced plus how he was before he became a fighter in South Sudan. The problem with the book is how much he thinks that God is a cause in events that happen. From him being able to not be shot or his doubt in god being relinquished. Mary11

Outrageous love and commitment! I am humbled and inspired. Thank you Sam Childers, may the Lord use you and as many as possible to save as many as possible.

This book is hard to put down. It is gritty and tough to handle. The pain of Sam, his family and the children is palpable. I am so thankful to have read this. Andrew Casey40

I met him at an event held at a church in my hometown. His past sent chills down my spine as someone who had done so much wrong. However, he has turned his life around and has inspired to help so many more people by choice. He was so friendly answering questions during QandA and after the presentation of the evening. Bringing people together this was a night I will never forget. Ruppert Baird409 2

Always controversial and now always sincere, this book is the story of a man who found comfort in fighting, drugs, alcohol, theft and crime.
Then he found the Lord.
Read this book and learn how a thug and high school dropout turned his life around, nearly lose it all, and then find a new life in the employ of God while using his skills to help the most vulnerable. An amazing story. Rod32 2

How this man succeeds against such evil is testament only to his God and the strength of his character.
I could not put it down. Sam Childers let’s us in to his strengths, failings and anxieties…he is a hero and yet struggles to keep his world together in his undying declaration of love for the abandoned children he saves!
Go Sam, bless you heaps. misc-authors Christopher R. Goforth3

Powerful story

Sam Is a no nonsense guy that I could really relate too. As a Green Beret, I have seen many of the atrocities Sam speaks of in his book. As a Christian, it ha empowered my faith and left me with the question, who can I do more? Bryan Bergner2

a very nice read. It tells the story about a troubled past kid change his life to help out the world. The stories were incredible. I didn’t how it was in chronological order. I would recommend it Jung1,273 24 Read

Machine Gun Preacher portrayed by Gerard Butler.movies Scotty Singh3

amazing

sam childers is an amazing human being and he is an inspiration. Groups the LRA need to be wiped off of this planet. TJ Lawrie55

My heart goes out to the children in Africa. I'm not religious but I will still say a prayer for them. We all could do a little more to help each other. Sunny Pullen22

People who think that they have it rough living in America need to read this book. Americans and Christians in general these days are lazy and selfish. Shonessi47

Excellent read! Very inspiring and heart wrenching. Can’t wait to see the movie!memoir Aaron Smith11

Such an amazing testament of one man’s faith and the power of Jesus Christ. John Ayer75

Good read. Most Christians don't think of Christ grabbing a weapon and going after people even though that is exactly what the Bible tells us he did in John. Karen Jorgensen14

Powerful man, story and faith

I had heard of Sam years ago and seen the documentary and movie of his life. After meeting and talking with Sam at a detergent I have even more respect for him and his ministry. May God continue to bless him and his ministry!!! Angus Mcfarlane701 12

Should I support a loud-mouthed gun-toting American preacher whose first words in public are 'I'm going to be asking you for money'? Sam Childers became involved in a mission to rescue kids from the lawless militia groups in southern Sudan after converting to Christianity from a life of sex, drugs and general thuggery. To get the job done, he has hooked up with the official army of southern Sudan, who provide additional protection to the personal weapons he carries himself. I don't think there is any doubt that he is working in an area with significant need, and even greater personal danger. This alone makes the book worth reading (or the movie, although there is apparently some license taken that Sam begrudgingly allowed): it is a stark reminder that there are many in the world whose lives are far from what I am used to calling good.

But does this justify my monetary support? Even if the intent is justified, are the means? I was particularly interested in finding out how Childers rationalized being a machine gun preacher. I resolved personally that to take up a weapon with the intent Ito kill was not something I could do in good conscience, and did not join the army reserve at university as a result. Philosophically, I can understand that a Christian could be part of the military, especially where national defense is involved. Voluntarily joining a quasi-Guerilla army with a willingness to kill opposition rebels seems another notch up in terms of ethical dilemmas. (Unfortunately, many of the rebels are also child soldiers, kidnapped and brainwashed at a young age with little understanding of what they are truly doing).

In neither his talk, or his book, we are never really given an answer to this question, or at least we never know whether he has personally killed others in the course of his mission. The best we get seems to be that the rebel's leader is evil and he along with many of his more or less deserve death, and given the chance, Childers is willing to carry this out.

This said, the book is not meant to address my questions, and the intention to tell in a simple manner, who he is and what his mission involves. A direct question in his talk along the lines of my interest was not directly answered. I am open to agreeing and somewhat more persuaded after reading the book than I was beforehand. Sam Childers is a rough and ready guy with a big heart and well intended and outspoken convictions. No doubt it is the actions that result from this that matter more to Sudanese kids than any opinion I have either way!biography reviewed spirituality Miriam Schoenig197

A different way to do "missions". James Korsmo475 25 Read

Another Man's War is pastor Sam Childers's account of his ministry in the battle-scarred regions of Southern Sudan. Childers, a former drug-dealer and criminal, recounts his own journey from his violent past to his current ministry with abused and orphaned children in Sudan. He and a group of Sudanese soldiers rescue children who have been caught in the battles between rebel and government forces, often in very dangerous conditions. I enjoyed and was challenged by Childers's story, but I must admit I was also dismayed by it. It's appalling to hear of the conditions faced by the people of Southern Sudan, with rebel militias murdering villagers and kidnapping children, and it is heartening to hear that people are stepping in to side with the abused and oppressed, but at the same time, it is also distressing to hear the comfort and confidence Childers has in guns and force. He and his group go in fully armed and guns blazing, proud of the impact they are making and of the fight they are bringing to the rebels. I am sure this is at least in some ways fitting to the context of his ministry, but it is distressing none the less to hear his bravado come through in the pages of the book. I am greatful for the children he saves, but hope and pray that there is a better way, and that he finds it. Lisse308 2

Sam Childers does not mince words. You will always know what he's thinking...my guess might be whether you it or not. He lead a crazy first half of his life, involved in drugs, drinking, fighting and everything else that goes with those things. He honestly was no man I would've wanted anything to do with. But he turned himself around and now, with the skills he picked up in his former life, he protects the children of Uganda and Sudan. He is alive when he should probably not be, due to the amount of times people have tried to kill him and the danger he is constantly in while over in Africa.

I am impressed by all he has done. He relies on his love of fighting and lack of fear a bit more than I would , but he lives a compeletly different life than mine, so I can't really judge that. He is doing good work and I know that this book and the movie made about him will help him continue that work by spreading the word of his ministry to save the children he so dearly loves and fights for in Africa. Michael Brown185 5

Another Man’s War: The True Story of One Man’s Battle to Save Children in the Sudan is an amazing book. I really don’t know where to begin – other than this is a Must read. I picked up the book after a friend pointed it out to me. The book was and wasn’t what I expected it to be. It was actually way more. I expected to read about the horrors and what he had done to help the children of Sudan, but what I didn’t expect was the story of how his life was shaped and guided to where he is now. What I mean is you see how God can use what we go through in life to prepare us for what is to come.

This book is not for the faint of heart – it will cause you to rethink things and it will shock you no matter how hardcore you are. This book will not leave you unchanged. All the news reports will not prepare you. Sam Childers does an amazing job bring it all alive.

I read this book in one day.

I highly recommend this book to everyone.
Erica366 14

most autobiographies, one should take this story with a grain of salt. I'm not saying I don't believe this story is real, I very much do, but I'm sure there are some parts that are perhaps embellished to give it a little something extra to create a book. It happens, whatever.

I believe as a whole this guy is legit and I commend his dedication to aid several countries and it's people who desperately need it. This is not a story for the feint of heart, but one that must be told. The world tends to ignore the problems of others, especially when it's not staring them in the face. There are atrocities happening occurring constantly and it us being swept under the rug.

The writing is a little jumpy and several stories were re-told. I get the guy is not a weirder and he admits to having an 11th grade education. However, it's still a great story and worth a read. I gave the book 3 stars simply because the book would have benefitted greatly with an editor.
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