Publisher's Synopsis
What does it mean to be a real man in today's world? In this passionately argued book, John Triffitt and Mark Stibbe go back to the first century AD and present two very different ideas of manhood and masculinity-one provided by Caesar and the other provided by Christ. Christ advocated the power of love. Caesar exhibited the love of power. For Christian men in the first century, these were diametrically opposed ideas of manhood. Following the example of Caesar meant conforming yourself to the culture of Rome, with its celebration of violence. Following the example of Christ meant conforming yourself to the culture of heaven, where self-sacrifice is not only revered but displayed. In the twenty first century, these issues have not gone away. What values do Christian men need to embrace today? What codes of conduct should they revere? In Behold the Man, the authors use the armour of God passage in Ephesians 6 in a startling new way to call Christian men to be subversive-to demonstrate masculinity based on kingdom not on empire. Written with raw honesty, this book encourages men to adopt an intelligent and heartfelt radicalism that has a culture-changing capacity. What others say: Seasoned with cracking stories, this well researched and honest book is a must-read for any man who wants their inner and outer worlds to be conformed to the image most likely to release health, happiness and heroism today. Steve Legg, Sorted Magazine I believe this book will inspire you! Robert Maasbach, Senior Pastor, Life Church, Folkestone UK Within the pages of this book contains a message that is very much needed in the Church today. Indeed, if it were to be applied it could revolutionise men's lives! Steve Uppal, Senior Pastor, All Nations John Triffitt serves as Senior Associate Pastor alongside Senior Pastors Robert and Virginia Maasbach at Life Church in Folkestone, England.He has 20 years of experience working within church and Christian ministry as well as being a Director of two successful businesses. He obtained his Masters in Theology (Bible and Ministry) from Kings College London. Dr Mark Stibbe is an award winning and best selling author. He runs a business designed to equip aspiring writers calledKingdom Writing Solutionsand speaks regularly at writing workshops in the UK, USA and elsewhere. He is also a blogger and a theatre reviewer."
