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Twelve Unlikely Heroes

Twelve Unlikely Heroes How God Commissioned Unexpected People in the Bible and What He Wants to Do with You

By John MacArthur
Published by Thomas Nelson

Average Blogger Rating: 4.11 Stars

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On 5/18 Sally Shupe wrote: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers in exchange for a review. Twelve Unlikely Heroes caught my attention because sometimes I feel insignificant, like there is no way God could use me or my abilities to do His work. If you feel this way sometimes, too, then this book is for you. By ... Twelve Unlikely Heroes By: John MacArthur

Sally's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/1 Jaguar Hero! wrote: Twelve Unlikely Heroes by John McArthur goes through the lives of twelve biblical characters that just like us today had faults and difficulties. The book show that even in the midst of struggles and trials, God can use us to be heroes for His purpose. McArthur uses his understanding and knowledge of ... Twelve Unlikely Heroes by John McArthur--Book Review

Jaguar Hero!'s Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/5 Ian Strauss wrote: I love the Bible and I love to read about men and women in the Bible to see how God used them and to learn from their stories. So I was excited to read John MacArthur's book "Twelve Unlikely Heroes." MacArthur is a good author and I was intrigued to see his take on some Bible characters... and he didn't ... A good fresh look at unlikelly heroes of the Bible

Ian's Rating:

4 Stars

On 3/17 jackiekaulitz wrote: Sovereign Grace Baptist Pastor John MacArthur spends a lot of time delving into indepth profiles of 12 biblical characters in this book. He expounds on each character, dedicating one full chapter for each biography: Enoch, Joseph, Miriam (sister of Moses), Gideon and Samson, Jonathan (King Saul's son), ... 3 Stars: Twelve Unlikely Heroes

jackiekaulitz's Rating:

3 Stars

On 3/12 gypsygotsoul wrote: John MacArthur premises his new book with a different idea that one is used to: a redefinition of the word hero. Now, as children we have grown accustomed to daring sword fights, magic potions and giants of men. MacArthur uses the bible to define what a hero truly is, a man who is imperfect and marred ... Great Book

gypsygotsoul's Rating:

5 Stars

On 3/6 Christopher Scott wrote: It is undoubtedly true that the Bible contains some of the most unlikely heroes in all of history. It’s pages are filled with stories of the most unlikely leaders, priests, kings, and influential people. Like me, you probably have been encouraged by the stories of biblical people such as Moses (a ... Review of 12 Unlikely Heroes by John MacArthur

Christopher's Rating:

5 Stars

On 2/24 Birbitt wrote: We haven’t had a book review in a while here at Birbitt Thinks, and I figure we are about due for a good one so here it is!  I have found an awesome book to share with you all!  This book is called Twelve Unlikely Heroes by John MacArthur, and wow is all I can Continue ReadingThe post Twelve ... Twelve Unlikely Heroes – A Book Review

Birbitt's Rating:

5 Stars

On 2/21 chris terry wrote: When believers look in the mirror each day and are reminded of the fact that they can do nothing in-and-of-themselves to accomplish eternal good, they can be reminded of what MacArthur highlights in this book. God, by His grace and according to His good pleasure, has chosen to shower His love, favor, ... Twelve Unlikely Heroes by John MacArthur

chris' Rating:

4 Stars

On 2/11 Zoe M. Scrivener wrote: Twelve Unlikely Heroes explores the stories of twelve biblical characters that God used to further his purposes. These men and women were not your typical hero material. Some were weak, some sinful, some fearful, some disobedient, some failures. They came from every walk of life. Some were slaves, some ... Twelve Unlikely Heroes (John MacArthur)

Zoe M. Scrivener's Rating:

4 Stars

On 2/9 Apryl wrote: I was able to read Twelve Unlikely Heroes by John MacArthur for review this month through the free copy Book Sneeze provided.  I generally enjoy MacArthur's work, so I was excited to read this one.Twelve Unlikely Heroes tells the story of 12 people from the Bible that you wouldn't normally think ... Book Review: Twelve Unlikely Heroes

Apryl's Rating:

4 Stars