The Men of the Bible Devotional: Insights from the Warriors, Wimps, and Wise Guys Paperback – March 1, 2015

Some men of the Bible are colorful, and some seem a tad boring or nondescript since very little is recorded about them. But the biggies make this book most interesting and focused. You have Adam, of course, to start off the race. King Saul and King Ahab--similar in some ways and very diverse in others. Whoever they are, our pondering on their places in God's history expands our minds, and in some cases deepens our commitment to God's way.No matter who they are, the author maintains that "one truth remains secure. God shines His enduring love through every believer's life." That includes us today. Mordecai's life shows us a godly man's concern for his people in exile in Babylon, and threatened with extinction. Then to Egypt, where Potiphar is instrumental (in a negative way) for Joseph becoming the Prime Minister and saving millions from starvation.Like me, you likely know more about New Testament characters than Old Testament. John becomes a "fisher of men." This selection seems out of sync because the author then goes back to Old Testament people -- Methuselah, Abednego, Judah, and more. Interspersed chapters on meaning of these men's names help too. But some men are nameless to us -- the healed leper, the centurion, a rich young ruler, the boy who gives away his lunch. And one "man" is an eight-year-old boy, King Josiah. What a story here!Near the end of the book, we have a Scripture index--that would help us read the stories as they appear in the Bible. We also have an alphabetical index of the characters. The final index is of the seven contributing authors. All of these make this book more than a mere devotional; it can also serve for study purposes. I look forward to both its devotional and study impact for me.

For men by men

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This devotional contains snipets about some of the people we read about in the Bible. While it doesn't go into great detail other than what is readily found in the Bible, it does help you to focus more on the person than what you may come away with through a daily reading of a passage.

Lists every male character mentioned in the bible! Great for my husband who is a new disciple!

Bought as a gift for my father. He likes it, which is all that matters. I’m happy with my purchase!

Short and simple facts of different men in the Bible. Quick little one page summaries.

This book is a great short read every morning. About men for men. Love it.

Cute gift for a babe in Christ

Awesome short overview of all characters of the Bible.

Clear concise and helpful.

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