Lessons in Life & faith learned while fishing
“Bass Boat Theology” is a collection of real-life fishing stories that cast deeper truths about family, and the lessons that stick with us long after the boat is back on the trailer. With humor, warmth, and a pastor’s heart, Lee Bailey shares moments spent on the water with his father—adventures filled with mishaps, laughter, and meaningful insight. Each story draws out spiritual and practical applications—lessons that aren’t just for Sunday mornings but for everyday life. From work to home and parenting to pressure, this book offers encouragement and perspective for anyone who needs a fresh reminder that God shows up in ordinary places. This collection is for anyone who’s ever spent the day dealing with life’s ups and downs or wants to remember the days that have gone by.
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Some books are like travelogues that take you on a wonderful journey to places you’ve never been before. Others are like scrapbooks that open pages of images in our minds.
Lee Bailey’s Bass Boat Theology does both. If you’ve never visited (or fished) in the St. John’s River or Julington Creek, you are in for an adventure. Whether you are a fisherman or just looking for a new adventure, Lee is an able guide.
And for some, this volume will be a step back into memories of days gone by. Lee paints pictures with his words that have all but resurrected his parents, who I knew and had the pleasure of pastoring for many years.
The great value of this book, however, is the spiritual treasure trove that the author pulls from with skill. Whether you read this book as a devotional aid or as a study guide for small groups, I think you are going to deeply appreciate the Biblical content in this book.
Get the boat ready! It’s a great day for fishing!
Dr. Tim Maynard
Pastor Emeritus
Fruit Cove Baptist Church
Reviews
★★★★★
“Bass Boat Theology is honest, heartfelt, and full of those ‘I needed that’ moments. It’s the kind of book you want to read slowly and revisit often.”
★★★★★
“A rare mix of great storytelling and deep spiritual insight. It made me laugh out loud in one chapter and sit quietly thinking in the next. I highly recommend it.”
★★★★★
“I picked this book up expecting fishing stories. What I found was wisdom, heart, and faith woven together in a way that made me laugh, think, and reflect. Bass Boat Theology is far more than I expected—in the best way.”
★★★★★
“Even if you’ve never fished a day in your life, this book will speak to you. The stories are memorable, the lessons are biblical, and the emotion is real. I finished it encouraged, challenged, and grateful.”
About the author
Lee bailey
Lee Bailey is a husband, father, and pastor living in the mountains of West Virginia. With a deep faith, love for his family, and an appreciation for the outdoors, Lee offers spiritual insight into life experiences—especially those shared with his late father. “Bass Boat Theology” was written as both a tribute and a tool to encourage others through the lessons learned on the water and in life.
Lee Bailey - Author 