Every page reminds me of my son. I wonder how he will be. This year I also read Sally's new book Awaken (wonderful) and I should say I can now understand how it is that this man has this kind of words inside. It is a very enjoyable book. I recommend to gift this to your teen or young man, highschooler or university young man will enjoy this content. It is well organized and clear. Nathan opens up and shows himself vulnerable, that is something to be thankful. Moms are always asking me for resources for men, well this is one. I'm glad He wants to find his identity in Christ and not in other shiny things about the culture.

Good Man (Baker, 2020) is Nathan Clarkson's attempt to define a godly man. Clarkson's book unique is different in at least three ways. First, he is not a pastor or in any other formal "ministry" role; rather he is an actor, artist, poet, and filmmaker. Secondly, Clarkson does not identify specifically "biblical" qualities such as a list of the fruits of the Spirit or other list of spiritual virtues. Rather, he describes qualities like "honest," "healthy," "emotional," "wise," and others and shows how these match up with the values of a godly man explained in the Bible. Finally, at the end of each chapter, Clarkson includes a prayer talking with God about the trait described. The prayers are simple, yet profound.

The stories are good, though not extra-ordinary. Their down-to-earth reality combines with Clarkson's vulnerability to be enriching. While this book may not be in the upper echelon's of books describing biblical manhood (see other recommendations below), it is a worthwhile read and may be more engaging for men who have nominal, if any, Christian faith beliefs. The further you read, the more engaging it becomes!