The Godly Man’s Picture

Summary

We need clarity on what genuine godliness looks like, not as performance, but as a life shaped by grace.

Watson sketches the marks of a godly man with warmth and plainness, pressing the reader toward holiness that flows from union with Christ.

Why Should We Read This Resource?

Watson is searching without being cruel. He exposes counterfeit religion, yet he also helps tender believers see that true grace may be real even when it is mixed with weakness.

The book offers abundant preaching help. It teaches us how to apply doctrine to conscience, to distinguish between profession and possession, and to urge believers toward lively obedience rooted in the gospel.

It is also practical for discipleship groups and leadership development. The chapters are focused, and each section invites self examination that drives us to Christ rather than to self trust.

Closing Recommendation

We recommend it as a faithful Puritan guide for pastors who want to cultivate real godliness in themselves and in their people.