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Kingdom Man: Every Man's Destiny, Every Woman's Dream
When a man follows the principles of biblical manhood, those around him benefit from his leadership and care. "Kingdom Man" challenges and equips men to fully understand their position under God as well as their position over what God has given them. The biblical definition of a man is one who has learned to operate under the authority of Jesus Christ while carrying out responsible and legitimate leadership within the sphere of influence that God has placed him. "Kingdom Man" provides concepts men can follow that will help them to actively pursue ways to maximize and develop the character qualities of biblical manhood in their lives.
256 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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Tony Evans
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Anthony Tyrone "Tony" Evans Sr. is an American evangelical pastor, speaker, author, and widely syndicated radio and television broadcaster in the United States. Between 1976 and 2024, Evans served as senior pastor at the over-9,500-member Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas.
Anthony Tyrone "Tony" Evans Sr. is an American evangelical pastor, speaker, author, and widely syndicated radio and television broadcaster in the United States. Between 1976 and 2024, Evans served as senior pastor at the over-9,500-member Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas.
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August 10, 2012
Dr. Tony Evans’ “Kingdom Man” is a book I did not want to like. Don’t get me wrong, I like Dr. Evans, he is a wonderful preacher and man of God. To be honest I was skeptical of this genre of book. I feared it would be chuck full of bumper sticker slogans and great spiritual platitudes. Like having a coach who walks into the locker room for the thousandth time to yell at you, I was doubtful of the long-term impact of the emotional appeal.
Dr. Evans separates the 15 chapters of this 200 page book into three parts. Formation, Foundation and Function of a kingdom man. The book begins with a chapter named “The Cry for a Kingdom Man”. The name of this chapter alone seemed to confirm my worst fears. Encouraging change in individuals through complaining about how bad society has become. In my view this doesn’t bring true change.
The tide began to turn as Tony pushed individual boundaries. Challenging a man’s proficiency at golf vs his skill and wisdom as a father and husband. He discussed the ‘strength of meekness’ and the Biblical opposition to pride. Part I of this book steered me into a collision course with some stuff I needed to deal with.
Part II had me walking around our house ‘roaring’ like a lion with my son. Part III had me walking to my neighbor’s door to check in with them and left me praying for how I can better give to the people of our church family.
This book is more than hype and better than a pep talk. It took me a week after reading it to write this review. I needed to put some time into my family before doing anything else. Men, if that’s what you want, pick up a copy.
This review was written in exchange for a free copy of this book from Tyndale house publishing.
Dr. Evans separates the 15 chapters of this 200 page book into three parts. Formation, Foundation and Function of a kingdom man. The book begins with a chapter named “The Cry for a Kingdom Man”. The name of this chapter alone seemed to confirm my worst fears. Encouraging change in individuals through complaining about how bad society has become. In my view this doesn’t bring true change.
The tide began to turn as Tony pushed individual boundaries. Challenging a man’s proficiency at golf vs his skill and wisdom as a father and husband. He discussed the ‘strength of meekness’ and the Biblical opposition to pride. Part I of this book steered me into a collision course with some stuff I needed to deal with.
Part II had me walking around our house ‘roaring’ like a lion with my son. Part III had me walking to my neighbor’s door to check in with them and left me praying for how I can better give to the people of our church family.
This book is more than hype and better than a pep talk. It took me a week after reading it to write this review. I needed to put some time into my family before doing anything else. Men, if that’s what you want, pick up a copy.
This review was written in exchange for a free copy of this book from Tyndale house publishing.
April 4, 2012
We Do Need Kingdom Men
We need a focus on charging men to take their Biblical responsibility as such seriously. Tony Evans takes this seriously and for that I’m glad. He begins by setting the stage,
The impact of lowered standards leaves its scars no matter what race, income bracket, or community a person is in. The outcomes may be different depending on the location, but they are just as devastating. Promiscuity, emptiness, depression, chronic irresponsibility, family breakup, misuse of finances, divorce, violence, chemical addiction. overeating, indulgence, bankruptcy, low self-esteem, and general aimlessness plague our society as a direct result of the abuse or neglect of biblical manhood. (p. 2)
I’ve never read any of his other books but it seems we share the same foundation of a complementarian understanding of men/women relationships. However, I fear in Kingdom Man that masculinity is confused with athletic prowess. I love sports but many men don’t and for those men may find relating to Tony’s message difficult because his favorite metaphor is athletics. Even for a guy like me who loves sports, the analogies wore me out by the end of the book. We have to do a better job communicating what true manhood is without falling back on sports as our primary analogy. Often I would argue that professional athletics have contributed heavily to the abuse that Tony is arguing against.
Kingdom Man is broken up into three parts which each build upon each other. In Part 1 (“The Formation of a Kingdom Man”), Tony begins by establishing the basis for his kingdom theology. He argues for the need of kingdom men to focus and glorify God (an emphasis throughout the book which I found refreshing see p. 6). There’s also a strong emphasis on being great and fulfilling our destinies of being great for God.
In Part 2 (“The Foundation of a Kingdom Man”), Tony delves into how we exercise our rule and authority. He rightly reminds men we rule under God and often delegate responsibility and the need for an ezer (help-meet). The final chapters in the this section to are dedicated to examining the dominion covenant (name it and claim it).
In Part 3 (“The Function of a Kingdom Man”), Tony structures these final four chapters around Psalm 128. He applies the theology he has developed in the previous chapters to a kingdom man’s personal life, family life, church life, and community life.
A Call to Greatness or Self-Help?
In Part 1 (“The Formation of a Kingdom Man”), a lot the practical advise ended up veering too much into the self-help category. In my estimation, this confusion could have been resolved with a more robust connection to the gospel and the person of Jesus. For instance, Tony says
Whether we are comfortable enough to admit it in spiritual circles, men want to be great.
I’ll admit it; I don”t mind--I want to be great.
And if you were brutally honest, I would be bet that you also want to be great.
But what may surprise you, and what I would suggest, is that far from what we often hear in the biblical teaching on servanthood and humility is that God wants you to be great as well.
Not only does God want you to be great in His Kingdom, but He has destined you for it. (p. 38)
This concept is supported with some squishy exegesis (pp. 40-44 especially the discussion of John 14:12 and Matthew 20:25-26). I was glad when Tony cautioned “Men, what you never want to do in your desires to be great is to try to steal or usurp God’s glory (p. 40).
My number one disappointment with Kingdom Man was the lack of direct connection with the gospel. When Paul talks about biblical manhood, headship, and submission, he always connects it back to the created order (which Tony does) and then to the gospel in Jesus (which Tony doesn’t at least not explicitly).
The Dominion Covenant: Naming For God’s Kingdom
At the root in developing the dominion covenant or what Tony calls naming (p. 108) is bad exegesis. He begins by examining the story of Adam naming the animals and then looks at the significance of names given to people in the Old Testament (pp. 109-10). He then recommends “to think in terms of your divinely given authority and responsibility. Take hold of creation; grab the piece of creation that God has for you to name” (p. 113). There’s a logical leap made--because God had Adam name animals at creation that we should name things within the spiritual realm of our authority. Tony shares this anecdote,
I remember driving by this property one day and deciding to to pull my car right up in front of the vacant and now run-down building. Years passed since God had put it on my heart that this building was going to be used for His glory. So while looking at the building, I said, “God, I name that. I name this entire place for the good of others and your glory. We don’t have the money for it right now, but God, hold it for us. Because I name it in Jesus’ name.” (p. 114)
He then goes on to explain that the Spirit laid the story of Joshua treading around Jericho and so he tread over the entire property naming it for Jesus. I was glad when he guarded against using this theology for personal gain:
It’s important, though, to realize that naming does not mean claiming anything and everything you want. Neither is naming something solely for your personal benefit. Naming--like everything man is supposed to do--is always toed to God’s glory and the expansion of His kingdom. (p. 115)
I was very grateful for his focus on the glory of God as the end. However, this much needed warning doesn’t discount the fact the foundation for the practice of naming is on shaky exegetical ground. We dare not presumptuously claiming anything except the promises of God. We must be faithful in claiming these and only these.
For the reasons stated above, I can’t give Kingdom Man a full-throttled endorsement. There was too much poor exegesis/theology mixed in with a right message (men need to step up). Biblical manhood is important and I’m glad Dr. Tony Evans understands this but I wish there a clearer connection with the gospel and also less of a mixed bag theology.
We need a focus on charging men to take their Biblical responsibility as such seriously. Tony Evans takes this seriously and for that I’m glad. He begins by setting the stage,
The impact of lowered standards leaves its scars no matter what race, income bracket, or community a person is in. The outcomes may be different depending on the location, but they are just as devastating. Promiscuity, emptiness, depression, chronic irresponsibility, family breakup, misuse of finances, divorce, violence, chemical addiction. overeating, indulgence, bankruptcy, low self-esteem, and general aimlessness plague our society as a direct result of the abuse or neglect of biblical manhood. (p. 2)
I’ve never read any of his other books but it seems we share the same foundation of a complementarian understanding of men/women relationships. However, I fear in Kingdom Man that masculinity is confused with athletic prowess. I love sports but many men don’t and for those men may find relating to Tony’s message difficult because his favorite metaphor is athletics. Even for a guy like me who loves sports, the analogies wore me out by the end of the book. We have to do a better job communicating what true manhood is without falling back on sports as our primary analogy. Often I would argue that professional athletics have contributed heavily to the abuse that Tony is arguing against.
Kingdom Man is broken up into three parts which each build upon each other. In Part 1 (“The Formation of a Kingdom Man”), Tony begins by establishing the basis for his kingdom theology. He argues for the need of kingdom men to focus and glorify God (an emphasis throughout the book which I found refreshing see p. 6). There’s also a strong emphasis on being great and fulfilling our destinies of being great for God.
In Part 2 (“The Foundation of a Kingdom Man”), Tony delves into how we exercise our rule and authority. He rightly reminds men we rule under God and often delegate responsibility and the need for an ezer (help-meet). The final chapters in the this section to are dedicated to examining the dominion covenant (name it and claim it).
In Part 3 (“The Function of a Kingdom Man”), Tony structures these final four chapters around Psalm 128. He applies the theology he has developed in the previous chapters to a kingdom man’s personal life, family life, church life, and community life.
A Call to Greatness or Self-Help?
In Part 1 (“The Formation of a Kingdom Man”), a lot the practical advise ended up veering too much into the self-help category. In my estimation, this confusion could have been resolved with a more robust connection to the gospel and the person of Jesus. For instance, Tony says
Whether we are comfortable enough to admit it in spiritual circles, men want to be great.
I’ll admit it; I don”t mind--I want to be great.
And if you were brutally honest, I would be bet that you also want to be great.
But what may surprise you, and what I would suggest, is that far from what we often hear in the biblical teaching on servanthood and humility is that God wants you to be great as well.
Not only does God want you to be great in His Kingdom, but He has destined you for it. (p. 38)
This concept is supported with some squishy exegesis (pp. 40-44 especially the discussion of John 14:12 and Matthew 20:25-26). I was glad when Tony cautioned “Men, what you never want to do in your desires to be great is to try to steal or usurp God’s glory (p. 40).
My number one disappointment with Kingdom Man was the lack of direct connection with the gospel. When Paul talks about biblical manhood, headship, and submission, he always connects it back to the created order (which Tony does) and then to the gospel in Jesus (which Tony doesn’t at least not explicitly).
The Dominion Covenant: Naming For God’s Kingdom
At the root in developing the dominion covenant or what Tony calls naming (p. 108) is bad exegesis. He begins by examining the story of Adam naming the animals and then looks at the significance of names given to people in the Old Testament (pp. 109-10). He then recommends “to think in terms of your divinely given authority and responsibility. Take hold of creation; grab the piece of creation that God has for you to name” (p. 113). There’s a logical leap made--because God had Adam name animals at creation that we should name things within the spiritual realm of our authority. Tony shares this anecdote,
I remember driving by this property one day and deciding to to pull my car right up in front of the vacant and now run-down building. Years passed since God had put it on my heart that this building was going to be used for His glory. So while looking at the building, I said, “God, I name that. I name this entire place for the good of others and your glory. We don’t have the money for it right now, but God, hold it for us. Because I name it in Jesus’ name.” (p. 114)
He then goes on to explain that the Spirit laid the story of Joshua treading around Jericho and so he tread over the entire property naming it for Jesus. I was glad when he guarded against using this theology for personal gain:
It’s important, though, to realize that naming does not mean claiming anything and everything you want. Neither is naming something solely for your personal benefit. Naming--like everything man is supposed to do--is always toed to God’s glory and the expansion of His kingdom. (p. 115)
I was very grateful for his focus on the glory of God as the end. However, this much needed warning doesn’t discount the fact the foundation for the practice of naming is on shaky exegetical ground. We dare not presumptuously claiming anything except the promises of God. We must be faithful in claiming these and only these.
For the reasons stated above, I can’t give Kingdom Man a full-throttled endorsement. There was too much poor exegesis/theology mixed in with a right message (men need to step up). Biblical manhood is important and I’m glad Dr. Tony Evans understands this but I wish there a clearer connection with the gospel and also less of a mixed bag theology.
June 11, 2018
It was a very good read, but sadly what he was saying I couldn't relate to. Yes, a man of God is supposed to take care of himself and family following the word of God, but this book actually made me feel even worse than what I was feeling.
I would not rule this out of any man trying to find purpose in life. I'm just going through things that I didn't feel this book could help me with, such as finding my foundation for who I. I hope he has another book for that.
I would not rule this out of any man trying to find purpose in life. I'm just going through things that I didn't feel this book could help me with, such as finding my foundation for who I. I hope he has another book for that.
February 6, 2017
I was very disappointed. The first 9 chapters were challenge and invigorating, and then things went sideways and with his version of "name it and claim it" wonkiness. Apparently if you get a spooky feeling that God wants you to have something, as long as it's for kingdom use, you just have to name it as yours and God will give it to you. There are better books on courageous manhood; don't waste your time on this one.
February 2, 2015
transformational read
I enjoyed this book immensely. The presentation was clear and concise, and the substance or message of the book was impactful. I would highly recommend this book to any young adult or those who yearn for a new and improved perspective to equip them to face the challenges in life.
I enjoyed this book immensely. The presentation was clear and concise, and the substance or message of the book was impactful. I would highly recommend this book to any young adult or those who yearn for a new and improved perspective to equip them to face the challenges in life.
December 31, 2012
Very male centric and places women a step below.
February 20, 2023
I agree with Dr. Evans that the lack of godly men in society today is a problem. There is clear data on fatherless homes and the impact that can have on the next generation.
This book toed the line of toxic masculinity in my opinion. There was not enough explanation of manhood in relation to the gospel. In the first chapter, Dr evans says “nothing rouses me more than being a man”. I can say confidently I was relatively disinterested from then on. The overall themes in this book are important, especially the ones relating the role of a man in his family, church, and community and how being effective in those roles can lead to world change, but I think the mark was missed in the way he tried to encourage masculinity.
I certainly appreciate the impact that his ministry has had on countless people around the world but I believe there are more effective ways to explain what it means to be a man after Gods heart.
This book toed the line of toxic masculinity in my opinion. There was not enough explanation of manhood in relation to the gospel. In the first chapter, Dr evans says “nothing rouses me more than being a man”. I can say confidently I was relatively disinterested from then on. The overall themes in this book are important, especially the ones relating the role of a man in his family, church, and community and how being effective in those roles can lead to world change, but I think the mark was missed in the way he tried to encourage masculinity.
I certainly appreciate the impact that his ministry has had on countless people around the world but I believe there are more effective ways to explain what it means to be a man after Gods heart.
August 7, 2024
Reading about the biblical responsibilities of manhood from Tony Evans has been amazing. Proving that a broken world stems from a broken family led by poor leadership from the head of the household only encourages all men to “visibly demonstrate the comprehensive rule of God underneath the Lordship of Jesus Christ in every area of his life.”
Evan’s fascinating life context and background ensure that fighting for our family, church, culture, and community can be accomplished through sustained faith, prayer, and actions in order to achieve the destiny God has provided for all men.
Evan’s fascinating life context and background ensure that fighting for our family, church, culture, and community can be accomplished through sustained faith, prayer, and actions in order to achieve the destiny God has provided for all men.
December 30, 2022
This book reminded me of a Father’s Day sermon. “Time to man up!” It was recommended to me by a friend and I don’t regret reading it but I give it 2 stars.
Pros:
-Live responsibly. Take initiative for those under your care.
-Live for God’s glory under His authority
Cons:
-Little to no Gospel (I know it’s not the point of this specific book, but it should be the lens through which every aspect of life is viewed for a Christian)
-Very long winded and repetitive. I really didn’t like the writing style
-The stories and anecdotes were too short and shallow to have much impact to the overall message
-A little too close to the prosperity “gospel” at times
Pros:
-Live responsibly. Take initiative for those under your care.
-Live for God’s glory under His authority
Cons:
-Little to no Gospel (I know it’s not the point of this specific book, but it should be the lens through which every aspect of life is viewed for a Christian)
-Very long winded and repetitive. I really didn’t like the writing style
-The stories and anecdotes were too short and shallow to have much impact to the overall message
-A little too close to the prosperity “gospel” at times
April 30, 2023
While the call to biblical manhood is not a bad thing, Tony Evans' version is so littered with the world's understanding of success that it proves unhelpful. From promises of glory, prosperity and success, to poor interpretation of biblical text, back to telling men how awesome they are, and how much greatness is within them. These declarations confuse men, and make me wonder why we need a book telling men to step up if they are so awesome already. In short, Tony Evans passes by the true call to biblical manhood in favor of a motivational speech that belongs on the shelves of the secular self-help section of Barnes and Noble
August 19, 2023
This book is like when you go to chick-fil-a on a Tuesday ready to spend $7.35 on the chicken mini combo, but they’re giving out free chicken minis! Blessings on blessings on blessings 🙌. Tony Evans is a beast 🔥
November 13, 2017
3.5 Stars
I rounded this one up to 4 stars because while it got repetitive as the book went on, there was still some good information that was for the most part well presented. I read it as part of a guys group at church and it helped facilitate some good discussions so in that aspect the book achieved its goal.
This book took a look at Biblical manhood, a topic that can be controversial due to misunderstandings or at times intentional twisting of certain scriptures in order to justify a certain position. Unfortunately this happens on both sides, which can make this a difficult topic to openly discuss.
What I liked about the book was the focus on the responsibility of a Christian man and the way that should be visible in every aspect of his life. In his personal faith, in his family, in his church, and in his community. One of the themes that I thought well articulated was the source of a Christian man's influence and authority comes directly from his alignment with God. If that relationship is damaged, nothing else is going to function correctly.
Another theme I thought particularly relevant was the point that Christian men have a responsibility to take ownership of their own "domain", as the book called it. Whatever domain we have been called to we have a responsibility to do the best we can to further it and glorify God in it. If we aren't making our domain (our family, church, community, workplace, circle of friends, etc.) a better place because we're in it we're missing the point.
Like I mentioned before, the book did start to get repetitive about 2/3 of the way through. I think it could have been even better if it had been condensed slightly. Even so, it was a good book that I'd recommend for any Christian guys looking to maximize their usefulness to the Kingdom.
I rounded this one up to 4 stars because while it got repetitive as the book went on, there was still some good information that was for the most part well presented. I read it as part of a guys group at church and it helped facilitate some good discussions so in that aspect the book achieved its goal.
This book took a look at Biblical manhood, a topic that can be controversial due to misunderstandings or at times intentional twisting of certain scriptures in order to justify a certain position. Unfortunately this happens on both sides, which can make this a difficult topic to openly discuss.
What I liked about the book was the focus on the responsibility of a Christian man and the way that should be visible in every aspect of his life. In his personal faith, in his family, in his church, and in his community. One of the themes that I thought well articulated was the source of a Christian man's influence and authority comes directly from his alignment with God. If that relationship is damaged, nothing else is going to function correctly.
Another theme I thought particularly relevant was the point that Christian men have a responsibility to take ownership of their own "domain", as the book called it. Whatever domain we have been called to we have a responsibility to do the best we can to further it and glorify God in it. If we aren't making our domain (our family, church, community, workplace, circle of friends, etc.) a better place because we're in it we're missing the point.
Like I mentioned before, the book did start to get repetitive about 2/3 of the way through. I think it could have been even better if it had been condensed slightly. Even so, it was a good book that I'd recommend for any Christian guys looking to maximize their usefulness to the Kingdom.
March 24, 2020
After loving reading Kingdom Woman: Embracing Your Purpose, Power, and Possibilities, I had to read also the
Kingdom Man
! Well my reason was not because I totally love how Tony Evans's way of being blunt but also because I wanted to what to expect from a man that truly follows God and a second reason of why I bought this book is that maybe I will persuade my little brother to read it (and with the Lord's help maybe my father)
There are so many lessons you can learn from this book even if is a book dedicated to men. One of that lessons that God showed me was to be afraid of God and not humans. With all of this said I recommend this book to men as well as women that desire to fallow God and put Him in the center of your lives.
For the ones that are interested in a movie that shows how a man with the power from God changes and not only saves his marriage but he totally becomes a KINGDOM MAN!
There are so many lessons you can learn from this book even if is a book dedicated to men. One of that lessons that God showed me was to be afraid of God and not humans. With all of this said I recommend this book to men as well as women that desire to fallow God and put Him in the center of your lives.
For the ones that are interested in a movie that shows how a man with the power from God changes and not only saves his marriage but he totally becomes a KINGDOM MAN!
July 23, 2021
“Men, God is not opposed to greatness. God is opposed to pride. Big difference. Unfortunately, it is a difference not widely understood or embraced.” - Tony Evans, Kingdom Man
No one wants a wimpy man. Men don't want to be one and women don't want one. What women want and what men want to be, though they may not know it, is a Kingdom Man. A man who visibly demonstrates the comprehensive rule of God underneath the Lordship of Jesus Christ in every area of his life, to glorify God through the advancement of His kingdom by exhibiting responsibility and leadership in persona, family, church, and community life. Through relatable examples and a slew of sports metaphors with ample Biblical explanation, Tony Evans explains how a man becomes a Kingdom Man step-by-step.
I love the writing of Tony Evans. He's direct, honest, and true about what God tells him to write. Men have been excluded from the church in America by a slow, steady, successful attack of the enemy. Tony shows how to combat that and turn the tide in a battle for the soul of one man and everyone in his realm.
This is one of two books I think every man should read. Especially between 18-30. The other one is another Tony Evans book, No More Excuses.
No one wants a wimpy man. Men don't want to be one and women don't want one. What women want and what men want to be, though they may not know it, is a Kingdom Man. A man who visibly demonstrates the comprehensive rule of God underneath the Lordship of Jesus Christ in every area of his life, to glorify God through the advancement of His kingdom by exhibiting responsibility and leadership in persona, family, church, and community life. Through relatable examples and a slew of sports metaphors with ample Biblical explanation, Tony Evans explains how a man becomes a Kingdom Man step-by-step.
I love the writing of Tony Evans. He's direct, honest, and true about what God tells him to write. Men have been excluded from the church in America by a slow, steady, successful attack of the enemy. Tony shows how to combat that and turn the tide in a battle for the soul of one man and everyone in his realm.
This is one of two books I think every man should read. Especially between 18-30. The other one is another Tony Evans book, No More Excuses.
September 23, 2019
I had always been in impressed by the ministry and message Pastor Tony Evan's has show in his multi decade ministry. This was the first book I read by him and I am even more impressed to appreciate the calling, commitment, focus he has in life to advance the Kindgom of God. In this book he calls out the greatest need we have in America...kingdom men. Written with the foundational focus of being a personal believer in Christ, faithful leader in your family, church, and community at large. Experience thru testimony and biblical scripture lays the message for all principles in this book.
January 19, 2014
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As the subtitle shouts, "Every man's destiny, every woman's dream," men in Lifeway stores, and surfing Amazon across the nation share a simultaneous thought bubble, "Yeah right, if a book provided that everyone would be reading it." News flash. There is a book, and it's been around for centuries. It's called the bible, which holds biblical principles that we overlook, and need a relative expository idea for application. Enter Dr. Tony Evans, Th.D, author of Kingdom Man: Every Man's Destiny, Every Woman's Dream.
First African-American to graduate with a doctorate from Dallas Theological Seminary 1976, chaplain of the NBA Dallas Mavericks and NFL Cowboys for over thirty years. The senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship didn't need my introduction, but this kingdom man's books and podcast's have earned my complete admiration. Dr. Evans is incomparably down to earth, and an engaging motivator.
He separates the 200 page book into 15 chapters divided by three parts.
Formation
Foundation
Function of a kingdom man
This blueprint is remarkably illustrated with profound word pictures, making it a joy to understand and an ease to apply the principles of biblical manhood. Don't worry. Kingman Man isn't full of theory, idealism, and rabbit hole concepts. The chapters have a novelistic flow, and initiate action by encouraging and challenging men to open their eyes to God's real plan, and evil's diversion.
The book identifies God's model for leadership, and how it's meant to structure society beginning in the home, then to the church, community, and finally government. Later chapters explain this is centered on the fact God has given us (men and women) realms in His kingdom we're responsible for. How men must step up to our original role in God's kingdom on the front lines.
We gentlemen have a tendency to sidestep the manhood genre. I assure you, this isn't the get in your face, leave you black and blue stereotype of our gender's readily available resources, but a book that may change your life forever. Men, if you only read one book on biblical manhood, and ladies, if you want to learn what a biblical man's standards should look like, read Kingdom Man.
My rating: 5/5 Stars
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As the subtitle shouts, "Every man's destiny, every woman's dream," men in Lifeway stores, and surfing Amazon across the nation share a simultaneous thought bubble, "Yeah right, if a book provided that everyone would be reading it." News flash. There is a book, and it's been around for centuries. It's called the bible, which holds biblical principles that we overlook, and need a relative expository idea for application. Enter Dr. Tony Evans, Th.D, author of Kingdom Man: Every Man's Destiny, Every Woman's Dream.
First African-American to graduate with a doctorate from Dallas Theological Seminary 1976, chaplain of the NBA Dallas Mavericks and NFL Cowboys for over thirty years. The senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship didn't need my introduction, but this kingdom man's books and podcast's have earned my complete admiration. Dr. Evans is incomparably down to earth, and an engaging motivator.
He separates the 200 page book into 15 chapters divided by three parts.
Formation
Foundation
Function of a kingdom man
This blueprint is remarkably illustrated with profound word pictures, making it a joy to understand and an ease to apply the principles of biblical manhood. Don't worry. Kingman Man isn't full of theory, idealism, and rabbit hole concepts. The chapters have a novelistic flow, and initiate action by encouraging and challenging men to open their eyes to God's real plan, and evil's diversion.
The book identifies God's model for leadership, and how it's meant to structure society beginning in the home, then to the church, community, and finally government. Later chapters explain this is centered on the fact God has given us (men and women) realms in His kingdom we're responsible for. How men must step up to our original role in God's kingdom on the front lines.
We gentlemen have a tendency to sidestep the manhood genre. I assure you, this isn't the get in your face, leave you black and blue stereotype of our gender's readily available resources, but a book that may change your life forever. Men, if you only read one book on biblical manhood, and ladies, if you want to learn what a biblical man's standards should look like, read Kingdom Man.
My rating: 5/5 Stars
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March 13, 2019
I got this book 5 years ago. I was a freshman in high school and my guys Bible study at school decided we would read it and have discussions about it. I never developed a habit, however, and stopped after the first chapter. Every other year since then I've read bits and pieces of it.
I have to say, this is a very hard book to read. The subject matter is not a struggle for me, and I agreed with most of the points that Evans makes. It just was written like a 200+ page sermon. It was extremely repetitive and overused sports analogies throughout.
Evans is a great preacher to listen to on the radio or online, and this book has some good lessons and explanations of scripture in it, but it will take you a long time and probably multiple attempts to complete.
I have to say, this is a very hard book to read. The subject matter is not a struggle for me, and I agreed with most of the points that Evans makes. It just was written like a 200+ page sermon. It was extremely repetitive and overused sports analogies throughout.
Evans is a great preacher to listen to on the radio or online, and this book has some good lessons and explanations of scripture in it, but it will take you a long time and probably multiple attempts to complete.
November 2, 2024
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# 39 Written by a Famous Christian
Book: Kingdom Man
Author: Dr. Tony Evans
As I mentioned before, I should have labeled this category "Well Known Christian" as opposed to "Famous Christian", because in hindsight, I feel that being "famous" can have negative connotations.
After reading and enjoying Kingdom Woman by Dr. Tony Evans, my then fiancé and I decided to read Kingdom Man together. I have been a fan of Dr. Evans for a while, and this book didn’t disappoint. The biblical principles that he lays down in this book are applicable for men and women.
He delves into the biblical role of men as well as the role of the woman and how in today’s world they’re all mixed up and what we need to do to get back to the original blueprint.
My husband and I enjoyed this book immensely, but there was one thing that put a damper on it.
We read this book nice and slow, and during the course of our reading, it was revealed that Dr. Tony Evans had stepped down as senior pastor of his church. While, it is admirable that he is still a member of the church congregation and has not totally left the faith, his church has been closed mouth on the indiscretion that caused him to step down.
All that aside, I enjoyed this book immensely. I know that we are all flawed and fall short of the glory of God, so I am still sharing my review because the book is a five star book that I highly recommend.
I've have enjoyed Dr. Evans' books, sermons and Bible studies. I pray that he, his family and his church family make it through the other side.
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Book Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
# 39 Written by a Famous Christian
Book: Kingdom Man
Author: Dr. Tony Evans
As I mentioned before, I should have labeled this category "Well Known Christian" as opposed to "Famous Christian", because in hindsight, I feel that being "famous" can have negative connotations.
After reading and enjoying Kingdom Woman by Dr. Tony Evans, my then fiancé and I decided to read Kingdom Man together. I have been a fan of Dr. Evans for a while, and this book didn’t disappoint. The biblical principles that he lays down in this book are applicable for men and women.
He delves into the biblical role of men as well as the role of the woman and how in today’s world they’re all mixed up and what we need to do to get back to the original blueprint.
My husband and I enjoyed this book immensely, but there was one thing that put a damper on it.
We read this book nice and slow, and during the course of our reading, it was revealed that Dr. Tony Evans had stepped down as senior pastor of his church. While, it is admirable that he is still a member of the church congregation and has not totally left the faith, his church has been closed mouth on the indiscretion that caused him to step down.
All that aside, I enjoyed this book immensely. I know that we are all flawed and fall short of the glory of God, so I am still sharing my review because the book is a five star book that I highly recommend.
I've have enjoyed Dr. Evans' books, sermons and Bible studies. I pray that he, his family and his church family make it through the other side.
Check out my reading challenge
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January 18, 2020
The one thing our nation, and every nation needs, is more Kingdom men. We need men who aligns their lives under the principles of the Kingdom of God. Tony does a great job pointing men toward their calling to rule under the authority of God. His only miss was not emphasizing the highest motivation for Kingdom living today - we practice Christ-like authority in light of the return of Christ and His rewards and judgments.
April 15, 2023
One of the best books on Men and what it means to be a man of God. God has given Dr. Evans a tremendous gift of teaching and leadership. Pray that it finds some roots in me.
June 20, 2021
Had I read this book before “Kingdom Men Rising” I probably would have given it 4 stars. But I think I also liked the second book better because the years in between the two books had offered Tony Evans a chance to look back in retrospect.
In fact it was kind of depressing because so many of the things he warned about 10 years or so ago have come to pass. Our country is more divided than ever and as far away from the grace of God as it has ever been.
Evans lays this squarely at the feet of men, and I think he is largely correct in doing so. It’s very easy to look around and see men not fulfilling their responsibilities to God, family, church, and community. I would put myself in this boat as well. The good news is that if men are the problem, they can also be the solution, and they can do that by deliberately placing themselves under the lordship of Christ and following His Kingdom Agenda.
The problem is that a lot of the things on the Kingdom Agenda aren’t very popular with the rest of the world. So in Evans’ estimation we have a choice to make, follow God’s Agenda or try to win the popularity contest because we think it will lead to more butts in the pews if people “like us.”
Well, I’ve been part of a denomination that has followed that path for a few years now, and it doesn’t work. So often we’ve failed to impart basic knowledge of the Kingdom of God, let alone disciple other Christians. In place of that we’ve gone chasing social cause after social cause, hoping that the next one will be the one that makes all the youngsters see that we’re actually hip and with the times, and that God’s agenda is actually secondary.
So while I thought Kingdom Men Rising was a better book, I really wish I had read this one years ago. It would have changed my life.
In fact it was kind of depressing because so many of the things he warned about 10 years or so ago have come to pass. Our country is more divided than ever and as far away from the grace of God as it has ever been.
Evans lays this squarely at the feet of men, and I think he is largely correct in doing so. It’s very easy to look around and see men not fulfilling their responsibilities to God, family, church, and community. I would put myself in this boat as well. The good news is that if men are the problem, they can also be the solution, and they can do that by deliberately placing themselves under the lordship of Christ and following His Kingdom Agenda.
The problem is that a lot of the things on the Kingdom Agenda aren’t very popular with the rest of the world. So in Evans’ estimation we have a choice to make, follow God’s Agenda or try to win the popularity contest because we think it will lead to more butts in the pews if people “like us.”
Well, I’ve been part of a denomination that has followed that path for a few years now, and it doesn’t work. So often we’ve failed to impart basic knowledge of the Kingdom of God, let alone disciple other Christians. In place of that we’ve gone chasing social cause after social cause, hoping that the next one will be the one that makes all the youngsters see that we’re actually hip and with the times, and that God’s agenda is actually secondary.
So while I thought Kingdom Men Rising was a better book, I really wish I had read this one years ago. It would have changed my life.
January 24, 2022
This is not a good representation of masculinity. I feel like the ideas presented in this book prey on people who are feeble in their own masculinity, or perhaps didn’t/don’t have a good masculine role model. This book is like the fantasy of a masculocentric preteen boy if you ask him to express adulthood with only domineering male role models in his life. With this book, we’re gonna get playfully misogynistic here.
I respect the fact that writing a God centered book with have a purpose enabled by God. I in fact got a few tidbits to consider from this book, and thank God for that.
But this is not what being a man looks like. (At least in my world.)
I respect the fact that writing a God centered book with have a purpose enabled by God. I in fact got a few tidbits to consider from this book, and thank God for that.
But this is not what being a man looks like. (At least in my world.)
November 19, 2021
Inspired to change lives
Life changing. I grew up fatherless, i am determined not to let that be the case for my kids or the youth of my community.
Life changing. I grew up fatherless, i am determined not to let that be the case for my kids or the youth of my community.
November 14, 2024
This book was recommended to me by my brother in Christ. I must say that this book has many great points and have taken me to parts of the Bible that I fully did not understand as a man. Overall, it is very eye opening. The only flaw I found (a personal one to me) is that many of the analogies are related to sports. As an individual who is not a sports follower, I found the connections sometimes unrelated to me. Although, all the Christian points were well explained and backed up with scripture. I highly recommend this book to any man who is seeking their purpose in life as a follower of Jesus Christ!
Summary:
“Kingdom Man” by Tony Evans is a powerful book aimed at inspiring men to live according to God’s purpose and take their rightful place as leaders in their families, communities, and the church. Tony Evans challenges men to step into their God-given role as “kingdom men”—men who consistently align their lives under God’s authority and influence the world around them for His glory.
Key Themes and Summary
1. Definition of a Kingdom Man
A “kingdom man” is someone who:
• Lives under the rule of God.
• Exercises dominion over his environment, as Adam was tasked to do in Genesis.
• Influences his family, workplace, and community in alignment with God’s values.
Evans emphasizes that a man living under God’s authority brings order, justice, and love to the areas he oversees.
2. Man’s Responsibility
• God holds men accountable for leading their families spiritually and morally.
• Evans highlights the story of Adam, who failed to take responsibility in the Garden of Eden, leading to chaos.
• A kingdom man does not shirk his duties; instead, he steps up to protect, provide for, and guide those entrusted to him.
3. Impact of a Kingdom Man
• A kingdom man’s life creates a ripple effect. When men align with God’s will, families are strengthened, communities are healed, and society reflects God’s order.
• Evans uses examples from Scripture and modern life to show the profound influence of men who lead well.
4. Aligning with God’s Purpose
• A kingdom man prioritizes God’s Word, prayer, and obedience.
• Men are called to seek God’s purpose for their lives rather than chasing worldly success or recognition.
5. Challenges and Spiritual Warfare
• Kingdom men face opposition from the world, the flesh, and the devil.
• Evans encourages men to equip themselves with God’s armor (Ephesians 6:10–18) to stand firm and lead effectively.
6. Practical Steps to Become a Kingdom Man
• Pursue God daily: Spend time in prayer and Scripture.
• Lead courageously: Take initiative in leading your family and making godly decisions.
• Serve selflessly: Look for ways to serve others and reflect Christ’s love.
• Walk in accountability: Surround yourself with other men who will challenge and encourage you to stay on the right path.
Key Takeaway
Tony Evans delivers a powerful call for men to reclaim their role as God’s representatives on earth. A kingdom man is not perfect but strives to live intentionally under God’s rule, influencing his family, church, and society for the glory of God.
This book is a guide for men seeking to grow spiritually, take responsibility, and leave a lasting legacy of faith and leadership.
Summary:
“Kingdom Man” by Tony Evans is a powerful book aimed at inspiring men to live according to God’s purpose and take their rightful place as leaders in their families, communities, and the church. Tony Evans challenges men to step into their God-given role as “kingdom men”—men who consistently align their lives under God’s authority and influence the world around them for His glory.
Key Themes and Summary
1. Definition of a Kingdom Man
A “kingdom man” is someone who:
• Lives under the rule of God.
• Exercises dominion over his environment, as Adam was tasked to do in Genesis.
• Influences his family, workplace, and community in alignment with God’s values.
Evans emphasizes that a man living under God’s authority brings order, justice, and love to the areas he oversees.
2. Man’s Responsibility
• God holds men accountable for leading their families spiritually and morally.
• Evans highlights the story of Adam, who failed to take responsibility in the Garden of Eden, leading to chaos.
• A kingdom man does not shirk his duties; instead, he steps up to protect, provide for, and guide those entrusted to him.
3. Impact of a Kingdom Man
• A kingdom man’s life creates a ripple effect. When men align with God’s will, families are strengthened, communities are healed, and society reflects God’s order.
• Evans uses examples from Scripture and modern life to show the profound influence of men who lead well.
4. Aligning with God’s Purpose
• A kingdom man prioritizes God’s Word, prayer, and obedience.
• Men are called to seek God’s purpose for their lives rather than chasing worldly success or recognition.
5. Challenges and Spiritual Warfare
• Kingdom men face opposition from the world, the flesh, and the devil.
• Evans encourages men to equip themselves with God’s armor (Ephesians 6:10–18) to stand firm and lead effectively.
6. Practical Steps to Become a Kingdom Man
• Pursue God daily: Spend time in prayer and Scripture.
• Lead courageously: Take initiative in leading your family and making godly decisions.
• Serve selflessly: Look for ways to serve others and reflect Christ’s love.
• Walk in accountability: Surround yourself with other men who will challenge and encourage you to stay on the right path.
Key Takeaway
Tony Evans delivers a powerful call for men to reclaim their role as God’s representatives on earth. A kingdom man is not perfect but strives to live intentionally under God’s rule, influencing his family, church, and society for the glory of God.
This book is a guide for men seeking to grow spiritually, take responsibility, and leave a lasting legacy of faith and leadership.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 19, 2024
At a high level there seem to be a lot of good principles to live by and a few that I really want to apply in my own family (like using the dinner table for family business/devotions) but Dr. Evans also takes a different approach to studying and applying scripture that I believe to be prudent — this is the main reason for the lower review.
I’ll start with the good things and there are quite a few. I appreciate his call to all men everywhere to take action and not give in to a victim mentality. He does well talking about leading the family with regular times of worship/devotionals/teaching at the family table and other places. Dr. Evans is an enjoyable story teller and he makes insightful observations about common things like football.
My main critique is that there are not many references to scripture and the ones that do exist are not expounded upon. Instead of explaining what the passage communicates, Dr. Evans takes a concept that he sees in the verse and then explains the concept in terms that seem to be only based in his personal opinion. While I tend to agree with most of what he said, it can be an unsteady ground when not firmly rooted in scripture. Some things like the concept of naming was not very clear to me. He said it was not “naming and claiming” but then as he explains it the concept is basically “naming and claiming as long as it seems to be in Gods will”. Maybe he uses the terminology for shock and awe but I would probably recommend not using the same words as the misguided views of our day or people may become confused when they hear about this concept of naming in new age circles.
I’ve benefited and appreciated Dr. Evans challenge and encouragement in this book. While I don’t think his approach to scripture will result in solid teaching, I do really appreciate his work in the community and schools to bring kids from hopeless situations into the greatest hope.
I’ll start with the good things and there are quite a few. I appreciate his call to all men everywhere to take action and not give in to a victim mentality. He does well talking about leading the family with regular times of worship/devotionals/teaching at the family table and other places. Dr. Evans is an enjoyable story teller and he makes insightful observations about common things like football.
My main critique is that there are not many references to scripture and the ones that do exist are not expounded upon. Instead of explaining what the passage communicates, Dr. Evans takes a concept that he sees in the verse and then explains the concept in terms that seem to be only based in his personal opinion. While I tend to agree with most of what he said, it can be an unsteady ground when not firmly rooted in scripture. Some things like the concept of naming was not very clear to me. He said it was not “naming and claiming” but then as he explains it the concept is basically “naming and claiming as long as it seems to be in Gods will”. Maybe he uses the terminology for shock and awe but I would probably recommend not using the same words as the misguided views of our day or people may become confused when they hear about this concept of naming in new age circles.
I’ve benefited and appreciated Dr. Evans challenge and encouragement in this book. While I don’t think his approach to scripture will result in solid teaching, I do really appreciate his work in the community and schools to bring kids from hopeless situations into the greatest hope.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 5, 2023
Overall, this is a great book that every young man should read. While I agreed with most of what Dr. Evans was saying, I did disagree with his theology of "naming and claiming it" basically prosperity gospel but for whatever your "will" or "kingdom that you need to conquer" is. I did enjoy how the book talked a lot about how men need to step into their God-given role to lead and that this starts by truly seeking God through His Word and prayer. Dr. Evans also gives great advice on marriage, how to lead a wife and how men need to put God first in their lives. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend! Except for the "naming and claiming it" chapter.
Here are some of my favorite quotes from the book:
"Since God responds to the fervent prayer of a righteous man, men must first make sure that they are spiritually in cadence with the Lord. Their prayers must be focused, specific, and intense--not casual or run-of-the-mill repetitions."
"Prayer. It is a kingdom man's primary weapon of warfare. With it, you will touch heaven and change earth."
"...taking God seriously by coming under His rule in such a way that you hold Him in the highest esteem. We live in a day of the casual Christian where many men seem to be politely Christian by acknowledging God, but not necessarily taking Him seriously."
"To fear God simply means to take God seriously, as opposed to taking God casually."
"It is important to note that a kingdom man begins with knowing that you must make a personal response to God that nobody else can make for you."
"It starts with you. Everything else--family, church, community, and even our society--is predicated on how the individual governs himself under God."
"To follow Christ means you need to learn how to say no to you."
"For your wife to be the kingdom woman she was created to be, you must provide a place of security that is so strong and stable that she will not only be able to, but also want to, cling to you."(Don't have a wife yet, but still some great advice!)
"This is because the job of the church is to hold up the standard of truth. It is not to satisfy the culture or even to make everyone feel good. It is to offer God's truth in a world without it."
"Every man is to have a spiritual father who guides his life in the ways of God, and every man is to be a spiritual father to someone whom they influence as well. You should both have a spiritual father and be a spiritual father." (So grateful for the godly mentors that God has placed in my life!)
"Mentoring is not some formal thing you do once a week for an hour; mentoring is a way of life."
"...so many young ladies are being raised without a kingdom man in their life, so women don't even know what to look for in a man to marry."
"A kingdom man is a man who visibly demonstrates the comprehensive rule of God underneath the Lordship of Jesus Christ in every area of his life." (This is the definition of a kingdom man and one that Dr. Evans repeats throughout this book.)
Here are some of my favorite quotes from the book:
"Since God responds to the fervent prayer of a righteous man, men must first make sure that they are spiritually in cadence with the Lord. Their prayers must be focused, specific, and intense--not casual or run-of-the-mill repetitions."
"Prayer. It is a kingdom man's primary weapon of warfare. With it, you will touch heaven and change earth."
"...taking God seriously by coming under His rule in such a way that you hold Him in the highest esteem. We live in a day of the casual Christian where many men seem to be politely Christian by acknowledging God, but not necessarily taking Him seriously."
"To fear God simply means to take God seriously, as opposed to taking God casually."
"It is important to note that a kingdom man begins with knowing that you must make a personal response to God that nobody else can make for you."
"It starts with you. Everything else--family, church, community, and even our society--is predicated on how the individual governs himself under God."
"To follow Christ means you need to learn how to say no to you."
"For your wife to be the kingdom woman she was created to be, you must provide a place of security that is so strong and stable that she will not only be able to, but also want to, cling to you."(Don't have a wife yet, but still some great advice!)
"This is because the job of the church is to hold up the standard of truth. It is not to satisfy the culture or even to make everyone feel good. It is to offer God's truth in a world without it."
"Every man is to have a spiritual father who guides his life in the ways of God, and every man is to be a spiritual father to someone whom they influence as well. You should both have a spiritual father and be a spiritual father." (So grateful for the godly mentors that God has placed in my life!)
"Mentoring is not some formal thing you do once a week for an hour; mentoring is a way of life."
"...so many young ladies are being raised without a kingdom man in their life, so women don't even know what to look for in a man to marry."
"A kingdom man is a man who visibly demonstrates the comprehensive rule of God underneath the Lordship of Jesus Christ in every area of his life." (This is the definition of a kingdom man and one that Dr. Evans repeats throughout this book.)
August 12, 2023
extremely motivational!
Few people can communicate, as well as Tony Evans, what it means to be a biblical man in 2023. The principles he outlines in the stories he tells are hard to ignore and impossible to refute
But I have one area of disagreement: christians need to stand for the kingdom of God in the political realm. They need to vote biblical values and run for political office and openly address the moral and in the in the political realm
As Christian Americans, we have a constitutional authority and responsibility to influence our government in order to love our neighbor. When our neighbor is being threatened by on difficult laws and policies, Christians must speak up and must act and must vote accordingly.
I wish Tony Evans had said that. I know it is controversial for Christians to say things like that, but America is in a crisis deeper than it ever has been And only the church can fix it. The church needs to speak lovingly and prophetically to the political world and call for a return to the biblical values of our forefathers, and the typical values of the Bible. So that God can bless and protect America again.
America is under the judgment of God because of sin. only the church can call America and America‘s political system back to righteousness. One of the ways we do. This is through our vote and through our words.
can you do nothing in the face of evil is its self evil. Silence gives consent Christians cannot longer afford to be silent. Our country is being taken over by things that should not be.
Few people can communicate, as well as Tony Evans, what it means to be a biblical man in 2023. The principles he outlines in the stories he tells are hard to ignore and impossible to refute
But I have one area of disagreement: christians need to stand for the kingdom of God in the political realm. They need to vote biblical values and run for political office and openly address the moral and in the in the political realm
As Christian Americans, we have a constitutional authority and responsibility to influence our government in order to love our neighbor. When our neighbor is being threatened by on difficult laws and policies, Christians must speak up and must act and must vote accordingly.
I wish Tony Evans had said that. I know it is controversial for Christians to say things like that, but America is in a crisis deeper than it ever has been And only the church can fix it. The church needs to speak lovingly and prophetically to the political world and call for a return to the biblical values of our forefathers, and the typical values of the Bible. So that God can bless and protect America again.
America is under the judgment of God because of sin. only the church can call America and America‘s political system back to righteousness. One of the ways we do. This is through our vote and through our words.
can you do nothing in the face of evil is its self evil. Silence gives consent Christians cannot longer afford to be silent. Our country is being taken over by things that should not be.
April 2, 2021
"A kingdom man is a man who visibly demonstrates the comprehensive rule of God underneath the Lordship of Jesus Christ in every area of his life." Tony Evans' book is outstanding and refreshing! It is a great reminder of the tremendous calling we, as men in the Kingdom of God, have on our lives and the great responsibility we are to carry. There is a large overlap with James Byron Adam's book, "Good and Beautiful God." It boils down to how you think about yourself, where you find your identity, and what is your narrative. In today's world, many of us find ourselves defined by our society, surroundings, circumstances, environment, peers, etc. In the name of "freedom" we have said, "I get to choose who I am!" Rather than letting the standing definition that our Creator provided inform and define who we are as men. As a result, our identity becomes shaped by others and we're even more constrained and held in captivity. If we look towards the scripture for that identity, there's power, freedom, and peace in it. Not only for the kingdom man, but for the family he leads, the church he disciples, and the community he serves. This book is a rally cry for men to seize what God has already promised and provided. It's available for those willing to submit to God's authority and the Lordship of Christ in every area of their lives. As Christ said, "Whoever finds their life will lose it, and whoever loses their life for my sake will find it." Matthew 10:39.
July 9, 2024
This is a re-read for me. My girlfriend (now wife) gifted it to me when we first started dating. At first I was not appreciative of it and thought nothing of the words I read. Several years later, seeing how much our country has become divided the words truly ring more true than they ever have. However, I was struck both times by the “book-ends” of this book. The first 70 pages or so and the summary at the end with actionable plans to implement the core concepts of the book. I appreciate the parts this book was divided into. I felt called to be a better man and watch over the “domain” I was set to protect and grow. To be closer to church and community and take the initiative to spark change and know that God has it handled as long as the way I’m leading my life aligns with further the expanse of His Kingdom. Obviously the “man up” mantra is something that is key here. Dr Evans is sure to say not to dominate but to lead and live in the way God wants us to. Almost as if to say emulate Christ in every facet of your life. But I feel I could have received the same message in a shorter time. I read through this twice and got the message being sent but felt the first few chapters and the stories of how a kingdom man was needed in those circumstances as well as the Summary and action plans sparked more thoughts in my head and allowed me to implement. There’s only so many sporadic anecdotes and psalms/Bible verses that can deliver the same message.
October 22, 2020
I like Tony Evans' preaching and have read several of his books. This one starts off well, and then goes into a different direction in my opinion. It starts off by discussing how there is a lack of strong men and leaders in the church and communities, and gives advice on how to change it (mostly starting with the person in the home before working on others outside of the home). Then the last few chapters go in another direction, including something called "naming", where he states that you can name things in your circle to claim as long as you state it is for God's glory. This part went off course for me, because someone could "name" they are to be famous and with lots of money, but does that really mean it's going to happen, because the person wants to do good things? This last section of the book felt like it was added to bulk up pages because I felt it didn't fit with the overall theme of the rest of the book. Taking nothing away from the first half of the book, as an overall text, it felt like two different topics were being discussed.
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