Get in the Fight: A 12-Week Call for Men to Step Up, Reclaim Their Role, and Reshape Their Legacy
About this ebook
In a culture where masculinity is often misunderstood and spiritual leadership is in short supply, Get in the Fight delivers a bold, grace-filled call for men to reclaim their God-given role in the home. Written by trusted discipleship leaders Jim Putman and Bill Krause, this 12-week workbook study equips men to grow in Christlike character, repair strained family relationships, and lead with humility and purpose.
Rooted in biblical truth and built on the proven Real Life Discipleship framework, this hands-on resource meets men where they are—with straight talk, actionable steps, and a clear path forward. Whether you're just beginning your faith journey or ready to deepen your impact as a husband and father, you'll be challenged and equipped to become the spiritual leader your home needs.
Presenting daily devotionals and solid, Scripture-based guidance on biblical manhood, marriage, and parenting, this ministry resource is:
- A Practical 12-Week Bible Study for Men's Small Groups or Individuals – Each session in this workbook includes guided reflections, biblical teaching, and step-by-step discipleship actions.
- Centered on the "Home Sphere" of Discipleship – Focuses on spiritual growth where it matters most: with your wife, kids, and community.
- Proven Discipleship Model – From the discipleship experts at Real Life Ministries, this study draws on decades of experience in relational, small-group transformation.
- Designed for Honest Reflection and Real-Life Change – Encourages men to take ownership, seek accountability, and walk humbly with God as they practice Christian leadership.
- Part of the Real Life Discipleship Resource Line – Aligns with other bestselling tools to build a consistent, churchwide discipleship strategy.
Step into the fight for your faith, your family, and your future—and become the man God designed you to be.
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About the author
Jim Putman is a nationally recognized pastor, discipleship leader, and author. He is the co-founder and Senior Pastor of Real Life Ministries in Post Falls, Idaho—one of the most influential churches in the U.S., known for its focus on Relational Discipleship. Jim also co-founded the Relational Discipleship Network (RDN), which equips churches nationwide with his discipleship model and provides built-in reach to pastors, ministry leaders, and men's groups.
He is the author or co-author of multiple bestsellers—including Real-Life Discipleship, DiscipleShift, and The Power of Together—which are widely used in small groups, leadership training, and seminary settings. Jim is a sought-after speaker at discipleship conferences and men's ministry events, and his voice reaches audiences through church media, podcast guesting, and the broader discipleship movement.
Bill Krause is an associate pastor at Real Life Ministries in Post Falls, Idaho, where he focuses on biblical training and the church's Ordination Ministry. With over 40 years of ministry experience, Bill has taught at Boise Bible College and Hope International University and has devoted his life to equipping believers for spiritual leadership and discipleship. His passion for building strong families began in the early 1980s through his work in children's ministry and continues today in his work at Real Life Ministries. Bill and his wife, Jill, have been married for 34 years and are the proud parents of four adult children and three grandchildren.
