How God Commissioned Unexpected People in the Bible and What He Wants to Do with You
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John MacArthur reveals how God worked through ordinary people in some unexpected ways.
Enoch, who never died . . .
Samson, who killed an army with a donkey's jawbone . . .
James, who grew up as the brother of the Messiah . . .
These are fascinating people whose stories are woven through history and the Bible. They show us God at work in unexpected ways and in numerous cultures. They each reveal another little piece of His great plan.
But how do they affect my life?
If John MacArthur's Twelve Unlikely Heroes presents intimate portraits of these individuals, this study guide is the bridge between those portraits and our daily lives. Commentary and poignant questions bring the points home with unflinching candor, urging us toward a deeper walk with the One who has written all our stories.
John MacArthur (1939–2025) was a renowned pastor, Bible teacher, bestselling author, and conference speaker known for his thorough, candid approach to teaching God's Word. He served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, from 1969 until his death in 2025. With over five decades of ministry, MacArthur became one of the most influential voices in evangelical Christianity, reaching audiences worldwide through his preaching, writing, and Grace to You media ministry. He authored more than two hundred books and study guides, including the bestselling The Gospel According to Jesus, Twelve Ordinary Men, Twelve Extraordinary Women, Slave, and The MacArthur Study Bible, a 1998 ECPA Gold Medallion recipient.
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