The Dude’s Guide to Manhood by Darrin Patrick

Last updated on: March 3, 2014 at 10:58 am by Jim Erwin

The Dude’s Guide to Manhood by Darrin Patrick 2014-03-03T10:58:17-05:00 Jim Erwin

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Darrin Patrick has written a book for manly men. He shares in each chapter how men can become (1) determined, (2) coachable, (3) disciplined, (4) working, (5) content, (6) devoted, (7) family-oriented, (8) connected, (9) emotional, (10) fighting, (11) heroic, and (12) forgiven.

The foreword was written by both Willie Robertson, and Steven Jackson. As the title graphic reveals, this book is following on the coat-tails of the popularity of the “Duck Dynasty” phenomenon. In general, the author describes twelve different characteristics for manly behavior. The book looks designed to be used as a small men’s group study.

The author Darren Patrick is the pastor of The Journey Church in St. Louis, Missouri. At this church, he has intentionally tried to appeal to men who would not normally come to church. This book reflects that evangelistic outlook. The best part of the book is the comparison of all of these twelve to Jesus (147-155). Ultimately, Jesus needs to be the standard by which we judge Biblical manhood.

The only disagreement I have with the book is that the author shares more examples from other people (like R. C. Sproul, John Piper, and Steve Jobs) than from himself. I would have rather read more about the author’s personal experience. While these examples make great illustrations for sermons (and I do plan to use them that way), I would have preferred a more personal outlook on Biblical manhood. The book cover states that he reveals his own frailties and missteps, and that Patrick doesn’t preach at you but walks with you on a journey toward healing and wholeness. However, as I read the book, I kept thinking: “Why aren’t there not more personal examples?” and “Boy, this sure sounds like a sermon series.”

Strangely, the book is void of many Biblical examples, nor does it refer to much Scripture. Chapter 11 has some footnoted verses, and the book points to Jesus as the Ultimate Man. However, I found the lack of Scriptural support upsetting. I don’t think the lack of Scripture was intentional. Perhaps that is what appeals to men these days – less scripture and more story.

Still, I would recommend the book to men who would like an introduction to Biblical manhood. This book will give them a taste of God wants from them as Godly men.

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