Am I sleeping with the enemy?
Book Description
In a culture that demands men suppress their emotions and reject anything deemed feminine, countless boys grow up learning to "man up" at the expense of their authentic selves. Ron Clark challenges this deeply ingrained pattern, arguing that traditional masculinity actually distances men from their divine calling to reflect God's image.
Drawing from his extensive experience as a minister, domestic violence prevention advocate, and community leader, Clark examines how cultural definitions of manhood often promote power and oppression rather than the harmony God intended between men and women. When influential Christian voices call for men to reclaim their "real" masculinity, Clark sees a troubling return to ancient ways that Jesus himself came to transform.
This thought-provoking exploration reveals how Christ offered a radical redefinition of what it means to be a man, one that embraces the full spectrum of human qualities rather than rejecting half of God's image. Clark demonstrates that both men and women were created to reflect divine characteristics, and that true spiritual maturity involves moving beyond cultural stereotypes toward authentic wholeness.
For readers questioning traditional gender roles within faith communities, this book offers a compelling alternative vision. Clark's unique perspective, informed by his work with abuse prevention and pastoral care, provides practical insights for men seeking to live more authentically while honoring their spiritual calling to love and serve others.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~4 hours)
📄 Length: 135 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Masculinity
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Men
- ✓ Explore Biblical teaching
- ✓ Explore Spousal abuse
- ✓ Explore Women
- ✓ Explore Femininity
- ✓ Explore Prevention
