Empty nests. Aging parents. Health concerns. Career questions. The haunting sense that your best years are behind you.
Midlife brings challenges that can quietly devastate even faithful men—but it also offers unprecedented opportunity for deeper trust and lasting impact.
Rather than offering quick fixes or shallow encouragement, Good News for Midlife shows how the gospel speaks directly to every challenge this season brings. With the honesty of someone navigating his fifties and the wisdom of a trusted pastor, Jared C. Wilson provides a road map for
building strong friendships that combat loneliness
reconnecting with your spouse beyond co-parenting
relating to adult children when you're no longer in charge
finding purpose in work when you're questioning everything
approaching health with wisdom and grace
When anchored in Christ's unchanging presence, your midlife years can become your most fruitful—marked by deeper relationships, clearer purpose, and unshakable hope.
Jared C. Wilson is the bestselling and award-winning author of over twenty books. He is best known for spiritual growth books like The Imperfect Disciple, as well as pastoral leadership books like The Gospel-Driven Church. He is an Associate Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Author in Residence at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, General Editor of For The Church, and Host of the For The Church podcast. He preaches and speaks at churches and events around the world. Jared lives in the Kansas City Northland with his wife, Becky. They have two adult daughters.
