Book review - Good Call: Reflections on Faith, Family, and Fowl

I started watching Duck Dynasty during its second season, before I was deeply rooted in my faith. One of my buddies recommended the show, saying it was hilarious, and he was absolutely right. I still watch the show habitually and continue to enjoy its humor and family-centered values.

Some years down the road, as I decided to go deeper into my faith, someone suggested I read The Gospeler by Willie Robertson. That book was a game-changer for me, teaching practical ways to share faith with others. After finishing it, I was curious to see what his brother, Jase Robertson, had in store for me.

While browsing through a store one day, I came across Good Call: Reflections on Faith, Family, and Fowl by Jase Robertson. Intrigued by the title and knowing Jase’s reputation, I decided to read it on Audible. The fact that Jase himself narrated the audiobook, with additional contributions from his wife, Missy, made it a deeply personal and engaging experience.

Though I already knew a bit about the Robertson family’s story, this book provided a fresh perspective, uncovering details I hadn’t heard before. What stood out the most to me was Jase’s genuine passion for spreading the message of Jesus.

His decision to follow Christ transformed his life, and he shares inspiring stories about leading Bible studies, baptizing others, and finding countless ways to glorify God through his everyday actions. His dedication to sharing his faith is a recurring theme that leaves a lasting impression.

The book also explores Jase’s personal growth and the lessons he learned from his challenges. He candidly discusses his relationship with his father, Phil Robertson, highlighting how faith brought them closer over time. Jase’s admiration for his father’s transformation and influence is both touching and inspiring. It’s a reminder of how God can heal and strengthen relationships.

Of course, Jase’s signature humor shines through in his hunting and fishing tales, some of which are laugh-out-loud funny. Fans of the show will also enjoy hearing about the ever-entertaining Uncle Si. However, the core of Good Call lies in its message of faith and its powerful stories of God working through ordinary lives to achieve extraordinary things.

I won’t spoil any of the specifics because the stories are best heard directly from Jase. His down-to-earth narration and heartfelt reflections make this book a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Duck Dynasty or simply looking for encouragement in your faith journey, Good Call offers a compelling and uplifting experience. It’s a powerful reminder to live boldly for God and to seize every opportunity to share His love with others.

Publisher's Description

The straight-faced, funny man of Duck Dyanasty has a real story to tell. Not a repeat of the previous Duck Dynasty books, Jase opens up about his personal family life, his childhood days with a drunken father, and how he came to faith.

This open book from Jase may surprise some fans who love him for his dry humor and rivalry with younger brother Willie. This hilarious, yet thoughtful book, is structured around lessons of faith in the blind on topics like respect, passion, forgiveness, generosity, humility, kindness, and honesty. Chapters discuss: the highlights of Jase's memory of the early days with his drunken, disruptive father; his high school days and his strong commitment to not be like Phil had been, opting for total abstinence from drinking and sex; the moment he forgave Phil for being such a terrible father in his younger days; his first hunt with Phil, where he saw an excitement in Phil that he'd never seen before; his first date with Missy, which was a "fake date" to make another girl jealous; and of course, a chapter on Uncle Si, with stories not told in previous books. Other chapters include stories of his brothers, frog hunting and fishing, and his most memorable road trips. And finally, Jase shares a chapter on hunting in heaven. Here, Jase shares his love for the land and our responsibility to care for it. More than a behind-the-scenes look at this beloved Duck Dynasty character, readers will be inspired and encouraged to implement Jase's lessons from the blind into their own lives.

Author Bio

Jase Robertson is the second oldest Robertson son and one of the favorite stars of A&E®’s Duck Dynasty®. Jase has been involved in the family business making duck calls since he was a boy. He graduated from Bible college after high school and worked part-time in ministry for two years before becoming Duck Commander’s first paid employee in the mid ‘90s. Now, family, hunting, and helping the family business succeed consume most of Jase’s time. Jase runs the manufacturing part of Duck Commander, making sure that every call is hand-tuned to be the best possible call. He and his wife, Missy, live in West Monroe, Louisiana, with their children and the rest of the Robertson clan.

Mark Schlabach is the coauthor of the New York Times bestselling books, Happy, Happy, Happy, Si-cology 1, and The Duck Commander Family. He is one of the most respected and popular college football columnists in the country. He and his wife live in Madison, Georgia, with their three children.