Strength in Faith Devotional: A 52-Week Inspirational Book for Men

by Brandan J. Robertson

Strengthen your connection to God—a year of powerful devotions for men

Even in the busiest week, there’s always a moment to connect with God. Tap into the Bible’s life-transforming wisdom with the Strength in Faith Devotional. This men’s devotional goes beyond other inspirational books for men with 52 weeks of Scripture passages, insightful stories, and practical lessons. Explore the Bible’s teachings in your everyday life—and strengthen your connection with God.

Each week begins with a Scripture reading and accompanying essay. Explore themes you won’t find in other inspirational books for men, like “The Forgiveness Factor,” “Wage Peace,” “The Comparison Trap,” and “Servant Leadership”—to guide you through issues at work, relationships, and home.

Inside this standout among inspirational books for men, you’ll

A year in faith—52 devotions provide easy weekly structure; with no start date, you can move at your own pace. Writing and reflection—Jot down your thoughts at the end of each devotional—this engaging choice in inspirational books for men includes dedicated space to write.Take it away—Helpful summaries after each devotion give you concrete suggestions for applying the week’s lesson to your life.

With a year of devotionals to challenge and support you, Strength in Faith Devotional is everything inspirational books for men should be.

119 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 8, 2020

About the author

Rev. Brandan Robertson is a noted author, activist, and public theologian, working at the intersections of spirituality, sexuality, and social renewal. He is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ, serving as the Pastor of Sunnyside Reformed Church in New York City and is the founder and Executive Director of DevOUT, a non-profit challenging far-right religious narratives in both digital and traditional media. He’s widely known as the "TikTok Pastor", with a vast digital reach of nearly 350k followers and 10 million views engaging his inclusive theological content across social media. His sermons can also be heard weekly on Star.FM in various states across the country.

A passionate writer, Robertson has authored, edited, or contributed to over twenty-seven books on spirituality, justice, and theology. Notably, his book "True Inclusion: Creating Communities of Radical Embrace" was recognized as an INDIES Book of the Year Award Finalist. His writings have appeared in the pages of esteemed publications like TIME Magazine, The Huffington Post, NBC, and The Washington Post. He’s currently a columnist for Baptist News Global and for Bishop John Shelby Spong’s Progressing Spirit Newsletter. As a prominent voice in progressive faith discussions, his insights are regularly featured across global media outlets such as CNN, NPR, MSNBC, and The Washington Post. In acknowledgment of his significant influence, Rolling Stone Magazine listed him in its 2021 “Hot List” spotlighting top creatives shaping the future.

Annually, Robertson's sought-after perspective takes him to prestigious platforms like The White House, Westminster Abbey, Oxford University, and The Parliament of World Religions. He's taught seminars for institutions such as the San Francisco Theological Seminary, The Lakelands Institute, Disciples Seminary Foundation, and The Wisdom Centre (Canada). Robertson has also been an honored member of many vital advisory committees for entities like the Democratic National Convention, the U.S. Department of State, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In 2020, he was named a Fellow of the Salzburg Global Seminar and in 2023 was named a Senior Digital Ministry Fellow of Convergence.

A stalwart champion for LGBTQ+ rights, the Human Rights Campaign lauded him as a top faith-leader fervently advancing LGBTQ+ equality. His tireless efforts encompass collaboration with global political figureheads and activists to eradicate conversion therapy and advocate for the rights of sexual and gender minorities. In 2024, the LGBTQ+ Religious Archives Network honored Robertson for his prophetic leadership for queer inclusion in the Christian Church. Robertson is also a part of the Red Letter Christians Leaders Network, is a founding member of The Union of Affirming Christians, a Patron of One Body, One Faith (UK), and an advisor for The Center for Progressive Christianity, LOVEBoldly, and The Global Interfaith Commission on LGBTQ+ Lives.

In his academic pursuits, Robertson acquired a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry and Biblical Studies from Moody Bible Institute, an Master of Theological Study from Iliff School of Theology, and an Master of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration from Eastern Illinois University. He's presently pursuing a PhD in Biblical Studies at Drew University. He currently resides in New York City.

Reviews

[Kyle · Rating 2 out of 5]

Interesting devotionals. Some were really good and applicable. Some seemed to contradict the Bible and were opinion based.