This book is the result of having the opportunity to be taught and mentored by strong godly men. At UCLA these men were Matt Booker and J. P. Jones. In my family, special thanks goes to my father-in-law and stalwart brother, Don Watson. In ministry, Rick Warren, Josh McDowell, Steve Arterburn, and Lance Witt have shaped my ministry by their very lives, words, and commitment to their Lord. At Every Man Ministries, Chris Hite, Phil Deol, Scott Plail, Tom Chapin, Chris Duncan, Chris Luck, Jim Waterhouse, and Danny Wallen have all sacrificed and fought for the worthy cause of reaching men for Christ. At Saddleback, my battalion of brothers answers the call with me in men’s ministry and provides leadership for our church. God has used all of you to inspire, challenge, sharpen, and stretch my faith over the years so that His purpose for my life goes forward.
Special thanks to the CRAVE guys at Saddleback for letting me ask you some tough questions and for providing real answers so that your brothers around the world can better connect with the truth of God’s Word.
The twenty-one-gun salute goes to Chrissy—thanks for all your sacrifices and support that allow me the freedom to pursue this ministry to men around the world.
Lastly, thanks to Cara, Ryan, and Jenna for loaning their dad to God on many nights and over many weekends so that men can come to know the God who made them and loves them as sons.