Shepherding Outdoors Fourth Night’s Watch: A Collection of Short Stories from a Southern Father

“And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. . . . And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down from the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?” Matthew 14:25-31

After three sold-out volumes of his trademark collection of tales on faith, marriage, fatherhood, and community, Walt Merrell returns with Shepherding Outdoors Fourth Night’s Watch, where he shares his journey of finding God in the most unlikely places and strengthening the bonds of family. With humor and heart, Walt details the importance of keeping your faith that Jesus will always stretch out His hand, no matter the size of the storm.

A Christian, husband, father, attorney, writer, and avid outdoorsman, Walt has used his storytelling to recount his personal growth and spiritual reconnection through time spent in the wilderness. In previous volumes, Walt documented his life, family, and testimony through anecdotes of raising his three daughters, navigating marriage highs and lows, and surrounding yourself with a God-loving community. In Shepherding Outdoors, Walt saw an opportunity to not only bond with his daughters but also teach them about God, love, and adventure through hunting, fishing, and exploring the wilderness. Throughout Shepherding Outdoors Volume II and Shepherding Outdoors Three Dog Days, he recounted heartfelt stories describing the issues many parents experience as their daughters grow up.

Now, join the adventure once again as Walt offers even more insight on the continued challenges parents face as their little girls become young women and an in-depth look at how he works tirelessly to keep his family’s foundation strong through love, faith, and the great outdoors.

7.25″x10″ – 256 Page Softcover Edition