All mothers want their sons to grow up to be good men, but many boys just don’t know what that means. Real masculinity, true strength, and faithfulness are all admirable qualities in men. Movies, TV, and social media seem to be lacking in models of these virtues, but one place where you can find plenty of examples of solid male role models is the Bible.

Scripture is filled with battles, thrills, lives being risked, suspense—perfect for our adventure-seeking sons! They don’t have to look far to find exciting stories that show integrity, courage, and honor. Here are 7 male role models from the Old Testament you can use to inspire your son.