Man to Man: African American Voices on Faith, Wisdom, and Perseverance - Paperback

by Lee N. June (Author)

"This book shows how one can avoid the pitfalls associated with Black manhood to achieve spiritual, personal, and social prosperity." --from the Introduction

Be empowered by the voices of African American men across professions and experiences including pastors, educators, community leaders, and even youth. Their expertise, biblical insight, and hard-earned wisdom will build up men who are yearning to understand how their faith can impact all aspects of their lives.

Each section of the book equips Christian Black men in a key growth area:

• Developing life-enhancement skills
• Mentoring and guidance for the next generation
• Strengthening relationships within families
• Dealing with the criminal justice system
• Facing contemporary and future challenges

Whether you're a pastor, educator, counselor, lay leader, or simply someone concerned with how to turn life's hurdles into opportunities, this book gives you proven perspectives that can spark success in your own and others' lives.

The VOICES community discusses, develops, and distributes resources by Black Christian content creators for communities of color. The VOICES community seeks to share our particular stories to make God's life-changing wisdom understandable and accessible to all. Hear Us. See Us. Experience VOICES.

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"No one can predict what the Lord can and will do for African American men who serve Him sacrificially in spirit and truth." --Henry L. Allen, PhD

With biblical insight and hard-earned wisdom, more than 20 Black men of diverse backgrounds empower you to live into your God-given identity.

Each section of this book equips you in a key growth area:

• Developing life-enhancement skills
• Mentoring and guidance for the next generation
• Strengthening relationships within families
• Dealing with the criminal justice system
• Facing contemporary and future challenges

Covering topics such as manhood, faith, finances, career, and the education system, Man to Man affirms you and reminds you that you are not alone in any of life's circumstances.

Lee N. June is a licensed psychologist, author, and editor, with particular interests in multicultural psychology and the psychology of religion and spirituality. Christopher C. Mathis Jr. is a tenured professor, assistant dean of research, and associate research director for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and pastor of Mt. Olive AME Church in Kinards, South Carolina.

Author Biography

Lee N. June is a licensed psychologist, author, and editor, with particular interests in multicultural psychology and the psychology of religion and spirituality.

Christopher C. Mathis Jr. is a tenured professor, assistant dean of research, and associate research director for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and pastor of Mt. Olive AME Church in Kinards, South Carolina.

Matthew Parker, founder of the Global Summit and Institute for Black Family Development, is a leader in training, networking, and resourcing for African Americans.