When a man follows the principles of biblical manhood, those around him benefit from his leadership and care. Kingdom Man
challenges and equips men to fully understand their position under God
as well as their position over what God has given them. The biblical
definition of a man is one who has learned to operate under the
authority of Jesus Christ while carrying out responsible and legitimate
leadership within the sphere of influence that God has placed him. Kingdom Man
provides concepts men can follow that will help them to actively pursue
ways to maximize and develop the character qualities of biblical
manhood in their lives.
Dr. Tony Evans is one of the country's most respected leaders
in evangelical circles. As a pastor, teacher, author and speaker, he
serves the body of Christ through his unique ability to communicate
complex theological truths through simple, yet profound, illustrations.
While addressing the practical issues of today, Dr. Evans is known as a
relevant expositor. New and veteran pastors alike regard him as a pastor
of pastors and a father in the faith.
The first African-American
to graduate with a doctoral degree from Dallas Theological Seminary
(DTS), he served as an associate professor in DTS' Pastoral Ministries
Department in the areas of evangelism, homiletics and black church
studies. He continues to serve DTS on the Board of Incorporate Members.
Dr. Evans holds the rare honor of serving as chaplain for the NBA's
Dallas Mavericks over the last three decades, the longest standing NBA
chaplaincy on record. He also serves as chaplain of the Dallas Cowboys.
Through
his local church and national ministry Dr. Evans promotes a Kingdom
agenda philosophy that teaches God's comprehensive rule over every
sphere of life as demonstrated through the individual, family, church
and society.
This philosophy connects biblical spirituality with
social responsibility. Dr. Evans teaches that the church, not the
government, is the best social service delivery system since it is
closer to the needs of the people, offers the largest potential
volunteer force, has facilities for outreach programs, and provides a
moral and spiritual frame of reference for making right choices.
At
the heart of this vision is the use of church and school partnerships
to effect spiritual and social change in communities. Dr. Evans' church
and school outreach philosophy has been attributed as a catalyst for
former President George W. Bush's Faith Based Initiative, which was his
first formal act of office. Dr. Evans seeks to train churches, schools
and volunteers in this philosophy, as well as in the functional
practicalities, through the National Church Adopt-A-School Initiative
which is a ministry underneath the umbrella of The Urban Alternative.
Dr.
Evans has served as the senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship for
over 35 years, witnessing its growth from ten people in 1976 to now
over 9,000 congregants with 100 plus ministries.
Dr. Evans also
serves as president of The Urban Alternative, a national ministry that
seeks to bring about spiritual renewal in America through the church.
His daily radio broadcast, The Alternative with Dr. Tony Evans, can be
heard on more than 500 radio stations throughout the United States and
in more than 40 countries.
Dr. Evans has written numerous books
and booklets including his legacy work, Oneness Embraced, as well as his
vision work, The Kingdom Agenda. Some of his most recent books include
Kingdom Man, How Should Christians Vote, Marriage Matters, Between a
Rock and a Hard Place and Victory in Spiritual Warfare.
Dr. Tony
Evans is married to Lois, his wife and ministry partner of 41 years.
They are the proud parents of four children, all who serve in ministry:
Chrystal Hurst, Priscilla Shirer, Anthony, and Jonathan as well as the
proud grandparents of ten: Kariss, Jessica, Jackson, Jesse, III, Jerry,
Jr., Kanaan, Jude, Joel, Kelsey, Jonathan II.
Dr. Evans has
received many honors, including the Father of the Year award voted by
the Dallas Father of the Year Committee and the Marian Pfister Anshutz
Award for "dedication to protecting, encouraging, and strengthening the
American family" from the Family Research Center.
Review:
Great book for men to read -- almost a handbook for how a man can fulfill his destiny AND be the husband a wife needs and desires. Pick this up for the man in your life!
I received a review copy of this book from
Tyndale in exchange for an honest review.
