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The concept of a "Man of God" in the Bible often refers to individuals who are called and set apart by God for specific purposes, often involving leadership, prophecy, or teaching. These individuals are frequently depicted as having a close relationship with God, characterized by direct communication and answered prayers. The Bible provides numerous examples of how God responds to the prayers of His chosen servants, demonstrating His faithfulness and power.

Moses: The Intercessor

Moses is one of the most prominent figures in the Bible described as a "Man of God." His life is marked by numerous instances where God answers his prayers. One notable example is found in Exodus 32:11-14, where Moses intercedes for the Israelites after they sin by worshiping the golden calf. Moses pleads with God to spare the people, and the Lord relents from the disaster He had threatened. This passage highlights the power of intercessory prayer and the special relationship Moses had with God.

Elijah: The Prophet of Power

Elijah, another significant "Man of God," is renowned for his powerful prayers. In 1 Kings 18:36-38, during the contest on Mount Carmel, Elijah prays for God to reveal Himself to the people of Israel. The Lord answers by sending fire from heaven to consume the sacrifice, demonstrating His sovereignty and affirming Elijah's prophetic ministry. Elijah's prayers are characterized by boldness and faith, and God's responses underscore His willingness to act on behalf of His servants.

Elisha: The Successor

Elisha, the successor of Elijah, also exemplifies the role of a "Man of God" whose prayers are answered. In 2 Kings 4:32-35, Elisha prays for the Shunammite woman's son, who had died. Through his fervent prayer, God restores the child's life, showcasing His compassion and the efficacy of prayer. Elisha's ministry is filled with miraculous events, many of which are direct answers to his prayers, further illustrating the intimate connection between God and His prophets.

Daniel: The Faithful Servant

Daniel is another exemplary "Man of God" whose prayers are consistently answered. In Daniel 6:10-23, despite the decree against praying to anyone but the king, Daniel continues his practice of praying to God. As a result, he is thrown into the lions' den, but God answers his prayers by sending an angel to shut the lions' mouths, preserving his life. Daniel's unwavering faith and commitment to prayer serve as a testament to the power of a righteous man's prayers.

Hezekiah: The King Who Prayed

King Hezekiah is a "Man of God" whose prayers bring about divine intervention. In 2 Kings 19:14-20, when faced with the threat of the Assyrian army, Hezekiah prays earnestly for deliverance. God responds by sending an angel to destroy the Assyrian forces, granting victory to Judah. Hezekiah's reliance on prayer in times of crisis demonstrates the importance of seeking God's guidance and intervention.

New Testament Examples

In the New Testament, the concept of a "Man of God" continues with figures such as the Apostle Paul. In Acts 16:25-26, Paul and Silas pray and sing hymns while imprisoned, and God answers by causing an earthquake that opens the prison doors. This event not only illustrates God's power but also His ability to use answered prayers to further His purposes and spread the Gospel.

Conclusion

Throughout the Bible, the "Man of God" is depicted as someone whose prayers are powerful and effective, often leading to miraculous outcomes. These individuals serve as examples of faith, obedience, and the transformative power of prayer in the life of a believer.

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1 Kings 13:6
And the king answered and said to the man of God, Entreat now the face of the LORD your God, and pray for me, that my hand may be restored me again. And the man of God sought the LORD, and the king's hand was restored him again, and became as it was before.
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Further Answers to Prayer
... CHAPTER IV FURTHER ANSWERS TO PRAYER. ... in my necessary employment"to earnest wrestling
with GOD in prayer. ... He was a truly Christian man, and many seasons of ...
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Prayer --Fills Man's Poverty with God's Riches
... We do but follow the plain letter and spirit of the Bible when we affirm that God
answers prayer, and answers by giving ... Prayer fills man's emptiness with ...
/.../bounds/the reality of prayer/ii prayerfills mans poverty with.htm

God's Pathway to Human Hearts.
... God is counting mightily upon that. And He can count most mightily upon the man
that faithfully practices that. ... Answers to prayer are delayed, or denied ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on prayer/gods pathway to human hearts.htm

He Blesses God for the Faith of his Little Girl
Touching Incidents and Remarkable Answers to Prayer. ... Matthew Hale Smith (in his
"Marvels of Prayer"), "and had ... On Sunday, the reformed man took the hand of his ...
/.../touching incidents and remarkable answers to prayer/he blesses god for the.htm

The Christian Prayer
... outside difficulty urged against God's approach to man and what ... Give the divisions
of the model prayer and explain them. What can be said of answers to prayer? ...
/.../sell/studies in the life of the christian/study vii the christian prayer.htm

Daniel, the Praying Captive
... and said, Gabriel, make this man to understand ... And as elsewhere, God employs angelic
intelligences to convey information as to prayer answers. ...
/.../bounds/prayer and praying men/x daniel the praying captive.htm

God Has Everything to do with Prayer
... Men cannot represent God who do not get answers to prayer ... to answer all prayer, to
answer every prayer, and to ... None are so needy as man, none are so able and ...
/.../bounds/the reality of prayer/iv god has everything to.htm

Answered Prayer.
... our faith into petition, and obtain answers, then Infidelity ... church noticed his coming
to the prayer meetings with ... occurred to them that the young man might be ...
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Annie and Vanie's First Real Prayer
... The simple and brief prayer being ended, the sick girl was ... sat on the basket, waiting
for the answers to their ... the street on the opposite side, a man come out ...
/.../annie and vanies first real.htm

Elijah, the Praying Prophet
... a sure conviction of this truth: "Now by this I know that thou art a man of God,
and that the word of the Lord in thy mouth is truth. Answers to prayer are the ...
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