The Ways of God, Updated Edition: How God Reveals Himself Before a Watching World

by Richard Blackaby, Henry T. Blackaby (Foreword)

Have you ever been surprised or confused by what God did in your life or someone else’s? Did you expect God to act one way and then he did something entirely different? Have you ever prayed and asked God to do one thing but he did something entirely different? Have you ever made great sacrifices for God and then he chose not to bless your efforts? If so, the reason may be that you are unfamiliar with the ways of God. God’s ways are vastly different from ours. We will be constantly disappointed if we assume God will act the same way we would. The problem with the Church, at times, is that it tries to do God’s work, the world’s way. However, with God, how you do something is as important as what you do. If you intend to be a growing, fruitful disciple of Jesus, you must learn the ways of God. 

Bestselling author Henry Blackaby along with Roy Edgemon originally wrote a book on this crucial subject. Now, Henry’s son Richard has produced a fresh, practical, and expansive treatment of these powerful truths. How do mere mortals relate to and understand a God who is spirit and infinitely greater, wiser, and holier than they are? How do we related to someone who has existed for eternity and who knows what lies ahead for all eternity to come? Blackaby identifies God’s ways and examines how they differ from ours. He also provides practical guidance so God’s ways can become ours. Do you want God to bless your efforts and to receive glory from your life? Learn to live your life according to the ways of God. If you do, you may well be swept up into the eternal purposes of almighty God. 

304 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 18, 2023

About the author

Richard is the president of Blackaby Ministries International where he works with his father Henry, brother Tom, and other family members to help people experience God. Richard speaks internationally, working especially with leaders of churches, organizations, companies, and families.

Richard earned a B.A. in history from the University of Saskatchewan. He has an M.Div and Ph.D. in church history from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and an honorary doctorate from Dallas Baptist University.

Richard served as a senior pastor at Friendship Baptist Church in Winnipeg, and then as the president of the Canadian Southern Baptist Seminary in Cochrane, Alberta Canada for 13 years. He continues to serve as the seminary’s Chancellor.

He has authored and co-authored over 30 books.

Reviews

[Reader57 · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you have studied the attributes of God this will be a good refresher. While Blackaby attempts to separate the Ways and the Attributes, they really are so connected that there is no difference. His Ways spring from His Attributes.
Lots of scripture provided to support his teachings so you can make a small group study out of this book.

[Lisa Meiners · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved loved this book. To me back to the heart of my transformation through Encountering God. Reminded me why I believe and make decisions as I do. Inspired me to stand firm and not drift in my passionate pursuit for more of God in areas of my life.

[Doni · Rating 1 out of 5]

If you want to read something that makes you question your faith in God, then this book is for you!