Men of the Shepherd is a 100-day devotional calling men back to their God-given role as spiritual leaders in their homes. Written out of a real season of struggle, reflection, and correction, this book is not theoretical. It is grounded in lived experience, shaped by the tension between personal ambition and obedience to God's timing.
Developed from a 2025 YouTube and blog project, these daily readings walk through the challenges of leadership, identity, and responsibility as a husband and father. Each entry combines Scripture, direct reflection, and practical application, pushing beyond surface-level faith and confronting drift, passivity, and misplaced priorities.
This devotional is designed to be simple and consistent. It can be used individually or in a group setting, guiding men toward steady growth rather than perfection. It calls men to lead with clarity, conviction, and discipline under the authority of Jesus Christ, while remaining grounded in their first ministry, the family.
Men of the Shepherd challenges men to examine how they live, not just what they believe. It speaks directly to the realities men face in their homes and in their walk with Christ, encouraging them to stand firm, take responsibility, and lead as Shepherds.
This is not a book about information. It is a call to alignment, correction, and growth
About the Author :
Christopher A. Smith is a teacher, facilitator, mentor, and leadership coach committed to helping men lead their families with faith, clarity, and conviction. Writing during a season of transition and reflection in 2025, he drew from his experience as a husband and father, navigating the challenges of raising children and preparing for the next phase of life.He has served as a corporate Christian chaplain, healthcare chaplain, and community minister, walking alongside individuals and families through both hardship and growth. His work is grounded in real-life experience and a desire to see men step into steady, Christ-centered leadership in their homes.He holds a Master's degree in Christian Counseling and a Doctorate in Christian Business and Leadership. Through his writing and teaching, Christopher seeks to come alongside men, pointing them to Christ and encouraging practical, faithful leadership in everyday life.
