The Measure of a Man: Twenty Attributes of A Godly Man [Paperback]

Gene Getz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 9, 2004

In this revised edition of the best-selling book The Measure of a Man, Gene Getz delivers the newly enhanced message of what it takes to be a man of God. Men will gain encouragement for what they can be in Christ—as fathers, husbands, and mentors to other men. Since 1974, The Measure of a Man has taught hundreds of thousands of men around the world how to live according to God’s direction—faithfully, lovingly and spiritually. True masculinity is not measured by a man’s strength, but by these 20 biblical guidelines. With life applications and words of inspiration, here is Gene’s greatest work—fully rewritten and updated to reach the new generation of modern men.

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From the Back Cover

Since 1974, men around the world have practiced the biblical teaching in this book to live by God’s terms. Now you can follow in their footsteps to reach God’s standards as a father, a husband, and a mentor to other men—and Gene Getz tells you how to make the grade. True masculinity isn’t measured by strength but by these 20 biblical guidelines drawn from the apostle Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus. With ideas for real-life applications and words of inspiration, here is Gene’s greatest work— fully rewritten and updated to speak in the most practical terms to men from every generation.

About the Author

DR. GENE GETZ is senior pastor at Fellowship Bible Church North in Plano, Texas. After serving as a Bible college and seminary professor, Gene became involved in planting Fellowship Churches. More than 30,000 people currently attend the Dallas churches he has started, while even more Fellowship Churches span the globe. Gene is the author of more than 50 books, the host of the 15-minute daily radio program Renewal and the director of the Center for Church Renewal. Gene and Elaine Getz reside in Texas.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Regal; Revised edition (August 9, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830734953
• ISBN-13: 978-0830734955
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,493 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars THE MEASURE OF A MAN by Gene A. Getz, December 20, 2010

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thepaxdomini "The Book Review" (Tulsa, OK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Measure of a Man: Twenty Attributes of A Godly Man (Paperback)

The Measure of a Man is a 1974 book on Christian living by Gene A. Getz. Here, Getz briefly explores twenty criteria for godly character listed by Paul in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. Paul was writing with respect to church leaders, and Getz is specifically addressing men, but the principles here are for all Christians.

In The Measure of a Man, Getz has devoted one chapter to each of Paul's twenty criteria. These are short chapters: three to six pages discussing the characteristic followed by a couple pages of self-evaluation questions and ways to improve. What Getz has to say is generally good, but brief; it's enough to make the open-minded reader consider his behavior, but for serious growth in most any of these areas, the reader will want to move on to other, more in-depth resources, and perhaps, in some cases, counseling.

Theologically, The Measure of a Man is has no major red flags. Getz has obvious fundamentalist/Pentecostal beliefs, but there's nothing discussed here that should turn off Christians of other flavors. And since nothing here is explored in terribly great depth, the book's ecumenical appeal is undamaged.

The Measure of a Man is a short, fast read that should, at the least, inspire some self-reflection in any Christian who's honest with himself.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Bible Study Book, March 13, 2011

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This review is from: The Measure of a Man: Twenty Attributes of A Godly Man (Paperback)

I purchased this book as part of an effort to start a men's bible study group. I must say, I can't keep copies. It is simple in concept and scripturally based. Every turn of the page is filled with a moment that makes you go aha, hmmm, or ouch. The book also includes questions that make for good bible study discussion questions and challenge each participate to engage their own efforts to be Godly.

If you are starting a Men's Bible study or are new to spiritual leadership, I strongly encourage this book. The only caveat is that you must engage each chapter's challenges. Each chapter will challenge you to work on those areas where you may have spiritual weaknesses. It will require an honest assessment of your spiritual strengths and challenges and provide directions to take as part of your growth and progress. If you are ready for that challenge, or are starting a Men's Bible Study or have men new to ministry or leadership, this is a good book. Buy lots of copies though.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars To be a real man, April 24, 2010

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George J. Law - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Measure of a Man: Twenty Attributes of A Godly Man (Paperback)

Should be required reading and study for all men who have ever wondered what in this life they should be. This guide full of instruction and study is based on principals of manliness contained within the word of truth. If you believe that the Bible is the infallible written word of God. Then what Gene Getz has discerned from scripture and presented here is an acceptable way to developed into the kind of man that would, when put into practice, bring glory to God.