Men and the Mission of God – Resources

There are many helpful resources exploring questions of manhood, singleness, and mission. Here are a few we hope will be informative and useful as you investigate further.

 

Articles

Five Pieces of Advice for Single Men Looking to Get Involved in Missions 

In this punchy article, John Hawke distils his experiences over a decade of life as a single man in missions.

Singleness in missions: the good, the bad and the cookies 

With warmth and humour, Levi Booth reflects on the realities of being single on the field—the freedoms, the tradeoffs, and the unexpected stereotypes (often delivered with leftover cookies).

We Need More Men on the Mission Field 

Why are so few young men pursuing global missions? This article calls churches to disciple, challenge, and pray for a new generation of courageous men to step forward.

 

Podcasts

Various – Ever square inch podcast series: Biblical Masculinity

In this 12-part series Robert Cunningham surveys God’s design for men.

 

Books

Pride – The prodigal prophet: Jonah and the mystery of God’s mercy  

In this book Tim Keller highlights various aspects of the heart which lead us to self-absorption and away from God’s purposes.

Aspirational Masculinity – On Making Men Whole

In this thoughtful book, Andrew T. Walker explores what healthy, purposeful masculinity can look like in today’s cultural landscape.

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