The Code: It's time for a new kind of man

by Carl Beech, Ian Manifold, Andy Drake

This is a unique initiative to harness the energy and aspiration of men. Carl Beech noticed that men are attracted to the notion of a code of honour, and with colleagues from Christian Vision for Men started to formulate such a code. The twelve statements include: Jesus is my Captain, Brother, Rescuer and Friend; I will unashamedly make Him known through my actions and words; I will not cheat in anything, personal or professional; I will look away from the gutter, but be prepared to pull people out of it; I will keep my body and mind fit and free from any addictions; I will use my strength to protect the weak and stand against the abuse of power; I will protect the world that God has made; If I fail I will not give up. He never gives up on me. The plan is to expand these statements into a short, punchy chapter, making this a 'back pocket book' which men can quickly refer to as a source of inspiration and encouragement.

128 pages, Paperback

First published October 31, 2011

Reviews

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

This evening I read the Code again it has been awhile since I have read this book. I love the down to earth, hard hitting honest which makes it easy to read and understand. I really appreciate books like this that don’t waffle on for ages but get to the point

[Jonathan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very easy read and some very relevant material for a very relevant discussion for today. Still find it difficult to swallow one of the points on "leading as he would lead". While I don't deny truth in it, the Americanesque evangelical emphasis with "leadership" tends to grate with me.

[Jonathan Knight · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book. Written by men, for men!