Biblical Masculinity Resources

The following are lists of resources connected to the Sunday School class I taught with RE Matthew Mullins in 2025 at Covenant Cleveland.

Being a Godly Man

• The Masculine Mandate by Richard D. Philips
  A modern classic in Reformed circles, this book roots masculine identity in the creation mandate and calls men to spiritual leadership in the home, church, and world—with clarity and conviction.

• The Godly Man’s Picture by Thomas Watson
  This Puritan classic paints 24 biblical traits of a godly man, blending deep theology with warm application. Watson encourages serious self-examination and joyful pursuit of holiness.

• Thoughts for Young Men by J.C. Ryle
  Originally written to young men in Victorian England, Ryle’s exhortation remains timeless: pursue Christ with earnestness, resist the temptations of youth, and build your life on God’s Word.

• Practice of Piety by Lewis Bayly
  A classic guide to Christian devotion, first published in 1611. With rich theological insight and practical instruction, Bayly urges believers toward a life of holiness, prayer, and preparation for eternity. This enduring work has shaped generations of Christians in their pursuit of godliness.

• Disciplines of a Godly Man by R. Kent Hughes
  This inspiring and best-selling book by seasoned pastor R. Kent Hughes is filled with godly advice aimed at helping men grow in the disciplines of prayer, integrity, marriage, leadership, worship, purity, and more. With biblical wisdom, memorable illustrations, and engaging study questions, this practical guide will empower men to take seriously the call to godliness and direct their energy toward the things that matter most.

• ReformingMen.com
  A blog edited by four PCA pastors committed to recovering biblical masculinity in the church and home. It provides Reformed teaching on manhood, leadership, fatherhood, and spiritual growth.

• The Reforming Men Podcast
  A podcast for men seeking to live out their God-given callings as husbands, fathers, churchmen, and brothers. Hosted by four PCA pastors with a shared vision of biblical masculinity.

Prayer

• The Valley of Vision
  A beloved collection of Puritan prayers that teach the heart to adore, confess, thank, and plead with God. Ideal for guiding personal devotions or family worship.

• A Method for Prayer by Matthew Henry
  Written by the famed Bible commentator, this guide structures prayer according to Scripture, offering a richly biblical approach to praying through adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and supplication.

• PrayerMate App
  A free app designed to help you pray faithfully and consistently. Organize your prayer life by creating lists for family, friends, church, missionaries, personal struggles, and more. Each day, PrayerMate draws from your lists to guide your prayer time, helping you stay focused and intentional. With features like reminders, scheduled topics, and the ability to subscribe to curated prayer feeds, PrayerMate brings structure and depth to your daily prayer habits.

Being a Godly Husband

• Gospel Shaped Marriage by Chad & Emily Van Dixhoorn
  This husband-and-wife team offers a clear and biblical guide to marriage shaped by grace, rich in theology, and full of practical instruction for husbands and wives alike.

• Husbands, Love Your Wives by William Gouge
  Drawn from Gouge’s 17th-century work Of Domesticall Duties, this edition brings timeless biblical counsel on a husband’s role, love, and leadership into modern language.

• Family Shepherds: Calling and Equipping Men to Lead Their Homes by Voddie Baucham
  Derived from Baucham’s monthly meetings with men in his church, “Family Shepherds” calls men to accountability for their God-given responsibilities in their homes. Baucham’s clear style and practical approach will help men protect their marriage, raise kingdom-minded children, value the synergy between church and home, and navigate difficult family dynamics.

Being a Godly Father

• Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp
  A foundational work on parenting that focuses not just on behavior but on shaping a child’s heart with the gospel through loving discipline and instruction.

• The Duties of Parents by J.C. Ryle
  Ryle presents seventeen simple and yet profound responsibilities of Christian parents. This timeless Bible teaching has the potential to change future generations both now and for eternity, guiding parents on how to shepherd their children with love and present Christ to them effectively.

• Parenting by God’s Promises by Joel Beeke
  Beeke combines covenant theology with practical parenting wisdom, showing how Reformed doctrine informs every part of a father’s calling to raise his children in the Lord.

• Disciplines of a Godly Family by R. Kent and Barbara Hughes
  In this warm and intimate book, Kent and Barbara Hughes draw deeply from the Bible and their own years of raising children to offer readers simple, practical ideas about how to raise a godly family and have fun in the process. Topics include establishing a solid family heritage, promoting affection between family members, encouraging godliness in children, and creating family traditions.

Family Worship

• The Family Worship Bible Guide
  An excellent tool for fathers leading daily worship, providing summaries, questions, and applications for every chapter of Scripture to encourage regular devotion as a family.

• Understanding Family Worship by Terry Johnson
  A concise biblical and historical defense of family worship, this book calls men to reclaim this vital spiritual practice and shows how to do it faithfully.

• A Neglected Grace: Family Worship in the Christian Home by Jason Helopolous
  Warm, pastoral encouragement for fathers to lead their families in worship. Full of practical tips and biblical motivation for restoring this “neglected grace.”

Being a Godly Church Member

• Why We Love the Church by Kevin DeYoung and Ted Kluck
  A winsome and humorous defense of the local church against consumerism and cynicism. The authors affirm the beauty of Christ’s bride and the necessity of belonging.

• The Book Your Pastor Wishes You Would Read by Christopher Ash
  A short, powerful book urging church members to care for their pastors and support their ministry. Encouraging and convicting, especially for those seeking to be a blessing in their church.

• Polity Matters Podcast #6: The Visible Church Defined
  This episode explains the biblical concept of the visible church, helping listeners understand their place within Christ’s body on earth.

• Polity Matters Podcast #8: The Particular Church
  A deep dive into the local congregation as Christ’s institution for discipleship, accountability, and growth. Essential listening for committed members.

• Polity Matters Podcast #11: Church Members
  Defines the duties and privileges of church membership in a Presbyterian context, encouraging thoughtful and joyful engagement with the local body.