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The Man God Uses

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Uses scriptural analysis, prayer, and study questions to explore God's will and His process of refining an ordinary man into an extraordinary agent of God.

236 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 1, 1998

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Henry T. Blackaby

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6 reviews33 followers
March 22, 2013
This is a great book to use with a small group of men or for someone looking to discover God's purpose for their life. It is a great book to help in understanding God's refining process for men and the different ways he uses us for His divine purpose.
If you are looking for a very practical book to build and strengthen your daily walk with Jesus, this is an excellent book. Find out what it takes to be a man after God's own heart. Find out what kind of heart you need for God to use you. Great book!
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February 5, 2020
I was given this book by Leon Edwards and enjoyed reading through it. Like a lot of Blackaby’s stuff it does not break any new ground, but does a good job of stating the need for commitment on our part to the Lord. I suppose if I were to say one element of this book that is a bit different it would be the emphasis on the local church. I think this is due to Blackaby’s work as a pastor and a church planter. I think he has seen the church as a critical element in his own spiritual development and in that of those that he has ministered to. The volume also does a good job of bringing together some very good quotes on the devotional life.

I suppose that one of the things I liked best about this book was the ease of reading it. It was a quick and enjoyable read. I think it is the kind of book that I could recommend to a men’s Bible study group. It also has a discussion guide at the back to make it even more useful. I think it is the sort of book that Neal Thomsen would really get a kick out of.
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September 13, 2025
excellent read!!

This book turned out to be an extraordinary experience, resonating deeply with me as a young man stepping into the world of vocational ministry. The authors, known for their insightful perspectives, delivered a compelling narrative filled with both wisdom and inspiration. Each page was imbued with poignant lessons and real-life stories that encouraged me to examine my own journey and the challenges that lie ahead. I found myself reflecting on my passions and aspirations, feeling motivated to embrace the calling that awaits me in ministry. This read not only captivated my attention but also left a lasting impact, providing me with the assurance and encouragement I needed as I embark on this transformative path.
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17 reviews2 followers
October 9, 2017
Are you man enough to be the Man?

After using this book to teach men's bible study for over a year, we as a group grew stronger in and out. I took it slow and dwelled on so many of the wise teachings within this book. This book is well worth it's weight in gold.
16 reviews
September 6, 2023
Loaded with scripture and biblical principles. Would be great for a men’s study group.
Profile Image for Trent.
128 reviews23 followers
May 25, 2014
This book is full of truth and had I read this book at the same age a decade or more ago it would have had more of an impact. I love the author and the Biblical application, the problem is taking these truths and applying them to modern-day. We need authors to write books that transcend time and can be more applicable for future generations.
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Author 5 books2 followers
May 22, 2016
A great book all around. It serves its purpose well for encouraging men of faith and giving new perspectives on potentially older ideas. Goes to show the relevance God's word has in the 21st century. I liked how Blackaby delivered these ideas very practically. Although I hate using that word to describe his writing style (practical) but I think that's the best I can come up with.
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63 reviews2 followers
April 24, 2015
The book was certainly full of biblical truths so that's the most important thing, but the book lacked a clear structural and direction. This book rambled and jumped around too much for my liking and I found it too distracting.
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33 reviews
July 30, 2008
Clifton gave me this as a birthday present long time ago. Re-read it since then and found it more meaningful to me
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350 reviews1 follower
July 11, 2012
Inspirational book used for Bible Study class for the past couple of months.
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195 reviews2 followers
April 9, 2014
Clear and simple reminders of important truth.
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5 reviews1 follower
December 7, 2013
Very good and not just for men, there are so many wonderful spiritual truths you will want to read it many times over.
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26 reviews1 follower
March 30, 2014
This is a great book! I was able to do a small group bible study with this book and as a group the experience was great. I highly recommend this as a small group study.
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