Hazards of Being a Man: Overcoming 12 Challenges All Men Face

by Jeffrey E. Miller

The problems men face today are not new; they have been around since the time of the Bible. Insensitivity, lust, individualism, absence, manipulation, unresolved anger--even a cursory study of Bible characters will expose all of these moral and emotional battles. Jeffrey E. Miller challenges men to acknowledge their common struggles and weaknesses to help them become better men. Developed from his featured Bible teaching series on Bible.org, Occupational Hazards of Being a Man focuses on a different Old Testament personality with a unique problem in every chapter. Miller tackles these tough and pervasive issues to help men realize that these hazards are not unique to them, but that they are issues that all men face--and can overcome. This honest and freeing book is perfect for men's small groups, pastors, counselors, and individuals.

Genres: Christian

199 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 1, 2007

Reviews

[Adam Elwer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okay so I dont normally go for modern books by middle age pastors. A guy at my church wanted to start a mens group and was asking me for help so I headed down to the book store to see what sort of books were out there. I probably would never have picked up the book (the cover is a man in a leather motercycle jacket) but my wife saw it and flipped through it. Basically it outlines biblical principles of twelve things that guys struggle with. Deflecting responsibilty. Manipulation. Misplaced Priorities, Individualism, and Lust. Insensitivity, Absence, Partial Obedience, Unresolved Anger, Discontentment, Unteachablity, Unchecked Motives. If as a man you can read that list and say i dont deal with any of those, I would say that you either struggle with lying or are just out of touch with reality. In adition theres about 15 questions at the end of every chapter that would be great for drawing out men in a mens group to actually discuss and talk about their problems and short commings. Men usually struggle and sin alone, and think that nobody else goes through what they do. Which is totally untrue, but a lie that we have been led to believe, which is why I think the well thought out questions for group discussion are so amazingly helpful.

[Melissa (Semi Hiatus Until After the Holidays) · Rating 4 out of 5]

According to Jeffrey Miller, all men face twelve hazards that make living life as a Christian male difficult. Overall, most of the problems that men face stem from these twelve issues, and learning how to face the challenge of overcoming these obstacles will help men to become the type of persons God wants them to be.

The twelve hazards Mr. Miller discusses are: Deflecting Responsibility; Manipulation; Misplaced Priorities; Individualism; Lust; Insensitivity; Absence; Partial Obedience; Unresolved Anger; Discontentment; Unteachability; and Unchecked Motives. Each chapter explores a different hazard. Using anecdotes, Bible stories, and careful analysis of both, the author presents an alternative to each issue. He provides a step by step system of ideas for how to move from a negative behavior to a positive one, and also provides a plethora of reflection and discussion questions coupled with some action steps.

Hazards of Being a Man is practical, informational, and will speak to the heart of men desiring to change their lives for the better. The book also brings familiar Bible stories to light with modern day applications, helping readers to incorporate the Bible into their everyday lives. Hazards of Being a Man is a book for every church library and men's study group. The insights are straightforward, timely, and relevant to today's Christian man.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a really good book taking the examples of men from the Bible and applying their faults to modern life. I wasn't expecting too much from this book, I figured it would mostly be a good reminder of principles I already knew. So I was pleasantly surprised when this book made several points I had never considered before and really got me thinking about some things. One example is the fact that when you look at the sins they committed, taking some cattle instead of destroying them versus adultery and murder, why is it that David is the man after God's own heart rather than Saul?

Great book, I can recommend it without caveat.

[Andrew Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Trouble spots

This was a thought and discussion provoking book that could easily be used in a mentoring or small group. The book sites scriptures and has questions to delve deeper into the subject between chapters.

[Shane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I learned a ton from this book. I won't go into detail here, but it's a really good book.

[Shayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

even though this book is targeted for men it is almost parallel to women.. in my opinion! this is a good discipleship book and father and son book!