Let's get real, men. There is a quiet desperation that goes on inside us, but exploring that may cause weakness to show up, and we wouldn't want to compromise our masculine selves, now, would we?

I see a landscape of lost masculine souls searching, questioning, and wondering if the guy to their right or left is struggling with some of the same questions. I have news for you: chances are they are wrestling with the same problems. Just know that you are not alone.

I've found it easy to question what the "church" has or hasn't done for lost hearts and masculine souls, but ultimately, that doesn't do much good. I wrote this book, I do my podcast, and I'm a men's life coach for one specific reason: I want men to experience more in their lives. I want men to be their best for the families they lead, and guess what? Your family, your wife, and those around you also want that for you. They want to see you grow and blossom into the man you were created to be.

I've created "True Man, True Ways: A Roadmap of Discovery, Back to the Masculine Heart" because it hits me where I am now, and I don't think I'm alone. As I've been on my entrepreneurial journey, many people have asked, "What are your plans, strategy, and purpose?" "Who do you help?" and "How do you help them?"

This book summarizes some of that, at least at this moment. I still consider myself on the path to becoming the man I want to become. What will this roadmap look like in 5, 10, or 20 years later? Chances are it will be repaved, reworked, and redeveloped, but I know the construction journey will be good under the care of an intimate relationship with God.

We're all under construction, all under development, and I think that's what this book is about. Can you be 1% better tomorrow than you were today? I hope the answer to that question is yes. My goal is to provide a roadmap of hope back to your heart on your masculine journey. As you will read, the road to a True Man is the path walked by Jesus Christ, which has created an intense curiosity in my life. How do I become a True Man? What is a True Man, and what does it take to be one? In this book, I provide you with basic steps on how to define what a True Man looks like for you.

What I hope to provide you with in this book are rest stops - the oasis - to pause, to rest, to replenish, and to provide you with the attributes to get you where you want to go. The journey is valuable, but the rest stops are just as crucial. I hope this book will be an oasis for you along your journey.

Today is the day, men. Let us encourage, love, and move towards a brotherhood of hope, joy, and intimacy. Let's be the men, fathers, husbands, and friends we were called to be. Let's be men for each other as brothers in Christ.

"Wow, if you are looking for a real Christ centered direction to take as a man, or if you are struggling to see yourself as a Christian man through God's eyes, True Man -True Ways is the book for you! Mike Van Pelt takes men on a journey of self-discovery through God's direction and purpose in and for their lives."
- Chris Tice, Vice President, Givers University USA Sales & Growth

"True Man - True Ways, is a powerful and thought-provoking guide for men looking to embrace true masculinity and faith. With heartfelt insights, Mike leads readers on a journey of self-discovery and resilience, inviting them to define their own path as a "True Man." Through personal stories, vivid metaphors, and a Christian perspective, this book addresses the struggles men face, from loneliness to finding purpose, and offers a roadmap to navigate life's complexities with strength, grace, and faith. This book is a call to build authentic brotherhood, find deeper connections, and live a legacy rooted in God's word."
- Dr. Ed Slover, President & Founder of Quest Consulting Service, LLC