Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Being A Man?
9 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Being A Man in the Bible
What does the Bible say about being a man? Browse 14 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 9 Verses About Being A Man
- 1Joshua 1:9
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”
KJV - 2Psalms 1:1
“Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. ungodly: or, wicked”
KJV - 3Psalms 37:23
“The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. ordered: or, established”
KJV - 4Psalms 112:1
“Praise ye the LORD. Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD, that delighteth greatly in his commandments. Praise: Heb. Hallelujah”
KJV - 5Psalms 119:9
“BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.”
KJV - 6
- 7Micah 6:8
“He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? walk: Heb. humble thyself to walk”
KJV - 8
- 9Titus 2:7
“In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,”
KJV
Subtopics of Being A Man
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Being A Man? (7 Verses)
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”
“Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. ungodly: or, wicked”
“The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. ordered: or, established”
“Praise ye the LORD. Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD, that delighteth greatly in his commandments. Praise: Heb. Hallelujah”
“BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.”
“Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.”
“He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? walk: Heb. humble thyself to walk”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Being A Man? (2 Verses)
“Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.”
“In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Being A Man
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about being a man. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about being a man and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about being a man is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on being a man needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about being a man with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about being a man, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Being A Man?
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