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ⓘ About Warren W. Wiersbe
Warren Wiersbe was a noteworthy American author of Christian literature. He was well known for his theological works. Wiersbe was also a popular Christian clergyman, conference speaker, and Bible teacher. His best-known works include the ‘BE’ series of books, the Kregel Classic Sermons, The Bible Exposition Commentary series, etc. Wiersbe was a pastor at Chicago’s Moody Church between 1971 and 1978. Later, he was selected as the successor of Theodore Epp to be the director of radio ministry’s Back to the Bible. Author Wiersbe was born in East Chicago, Indiana, United States, on May 16, 1929. He had three elder siblings, all of whom were born to Gladys and Fred Wiersbe. He studied at East Chicago’s Washington High School.
All Book Series by Warren W. Wiersbe
Be Real : Turning from Hypocrisy to Truth
Series opener · book 1 of 47 · published 1972
Be Joyful : Even When Things Go Wrong, You Can Have Joy
Book 2 of 47 · published 1974
Be Right : How to Be Right with God, Yourself, and Others
Book 3 of 47 · published 1976
Be Loyal: Follow the King of Kings, NT Commentary: Matthew
Book 6 of 47 · published 1980
Be Complete : Become the Whole Person God Intends You to Be
Book 7 of 47 · published 1981
Be Hopeful : How to Make the Best of Times Out of Your Worst of Times
Book 8 of 47 · published 1981
Be Wise : Discern the Difference Between Man's Knowledge and God's Wisdom
Book 9 of 47 · published 1983
Be Encouraged : God Can Turn Your Trials Into Triumphs
Book 11 of 47 · published 1984
Be Diligent : Serving Others as You Walk with the Master Servant
Book 17 of 47 · published 1987
Be Dynamic : Experience the Power of God's People
Book 18 of 47 · published 1987
Be Compassionate : Let the World Know That Jesus Cares
Book 20 of 47 · published 1988
Be Courageous : Take Heart from Christ's Example
Book 21 of 47 · published 1989
Be Satisfied : Looking for the Answer to the Meaning of Life
Book 23 of 47 · published 1990
Be Obedient : Learning the Secret of Living by Faith
Book 24 of 47 · published 1991
Be Comforted : Feeling Secure in the Arms of God
Book 25 of 47 · published 1992
Be Determined : Standing Firm in the Face of Opposition
Book 26 of 47 · published 1992
Be Committed: Doing God's Will Whatever the Cost: OT Commentary, Ruth/Esther
Book 27 of 47 · published 1992
Be Strong : Putting God's Power to Work in Your Life
Book 28 of 47 · published 1993
Be Available : Accepting the Challenge to Confront the Enemy
Book 29 of 47 · published 1994
Be Skillful: God's Guidebook to Wise Living : OT Commentary Proverbs
Book 31 of 47 · published 1995
Be Amazed : Restoring an Attitude of Wonder and Worship
Book 32 of 47 · published 1996
Be Concerned: Making a Difference in Your Lifetime: OT Commentary: Minor Prophets
Book 33 of 47 · published 1996
Be Authentic : Exhibiting Real Faith in the Real World
Book 35 of 47 · published 1997
Be Basic : Believing the Simple Truth of God's Word
Book 36 of 47 · published 1998
Be Equipped : Acquiring the Tools for Spiritual Success
Book 38 of 47 · published 1999
Be Successful : Attaining Wealth That Money Can't Buy
Book 41 of 47 · published 2001
Be Responsible : Being Good Stewards of God's Gifts
Book 43 of 47 · published 2002
Be Distinct : Standing Firmly Against the World's Tides
Book 44 of 47 · published 2002
10 People Every Christian Should Know
Latest in the series · book 47 of 47 · published 2011
Bible Exposition Commentary, New Testament
Series opener · book 1 of 7 · published 1989
The Bible Exposition Commentary, Matthew to Galatians
Book 2 of 7 · published 1992
The Bible Exposition Commentary, Ephesians to Revelation
Book 3 of 7 · published 1992
The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament Genesis-Deuteronomy
Book 4 of 7 · published 2001
The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament: The Prophets
Book 5 of 7 · published 2002
The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament History
Book 6 of 7 · published 2003
The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament Wisdom and Poetry
Latest in the series · book 7 of 7 · published 2003
Classic Sermons On The Second Coming And Other Prophetic Themes
Book 6 of 23 · published 1992
Classic Sermons/Fruit of the Spirit
Latest in the series · book 23 of 23 · published 2002
Proverbs: God's Guidebook to Wise Living
Series opener · book 1 of 27 · published 2007
Romans: How to Be Right with God, Yourself, and Others
Book 4 of 27 · published 2008
Ephesians: Gaining the Things That Money Can't Buy
Book 5 of 27 · published 2009
Galatians: Exchange Legalism for True Spirituality
Book 8 of 27 · published 2010
Nehemiah: Standing Firm In The Face Of Opposition
Book 10 of 27 · published 2011
Joshua: Putting God's Power to Work in Your Life
Book 12 of 27 · published 2011
1 Peter: How To Make The Best Of Times Out Of Your Worst Of Times
Book 13 of 27 · published 2011
Genesis 1-11: Believing The Simple Truth Of God's Word
Book 15 of 27 · published 2012
2 Corinthians: God Can Turn Your Trials into Triumphs
Book 16 of 27 · published 2012
Ecclesiastes: Looking for the Answer to the Meaning of Life
Book 17 of 27 · published 2012
Mark: Serving Others as You Walk with the Master Servant
Book 18 of 27 · published 2013
2 Peter, 2 John, 3 John, & Jude: Beware Of The Religious Imposters
Book 19 of 27 · published 2013
2 Samuel & 1 Chronicles: Trusting God To See Us Through
Book 24 of 27 · published 2015
Minor Prophets Vol. 3: Making a Difference in Your Lifetime
Book 25 of 27 · published 2015
2 Kings & 2 Chronicles: Standing Firmly Against The World's Tides
Latest in the series · book 27 of 27 · published 2015
Be Free : Exchange Legalism for True Spirituality
Book 4 of 181 · published 1975
Walking with the Giants: A Minister's Guide to Good Reading and Great Preaching
Book 7 of 181 · published 1976
Be Rich : Gaining the Things That Money Can't Buy
Book 8 of 181 · published 1976
The Strategy of Satan: How to Detect and Defeat Him
Book 11 of 181 · published 1979
Listening to the Giants: A Guide to Good Reading and Great Preaching
Book 13 of 181 · published 1979
The Bumps Are What You Climb on: Encouragement for Difficult Days
Book 16 of 181 · published 1980
Be Faithful: How to Be Faithful tothe Word, Your Tasks, and People Who Need You - 1-2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon
Book 21 of 181 · published 1981
Be Confident: Live by Faith, Not by Sight : Nt Commentary Hebrews
Book 23 of 181 · published 1982
The Wiersbe Bible Study Series: Hebrews: Live by Faith, Not by Sight
Book 24 of 181 · published 1982
Priorities for the Pastor
Book 25 of 181 · published 1982 Co-authored · Paul R. Van Gorder,Howard F. Sugden
Be Challenged!: Profiles of Six Bible Teenagers
Book 28 of 181 · published 1982
Making Sense of the Ministry
Book 29 of 181 · published 1983 Co-authored · David W. Wiersbe
Lonely People: Biblical Lessons on Understanding and Overcoming Loneliness
Book 34 of 181 · published 1983
The Wycliffe Handbook of Preaching and Preachers
Book 37 of 181 · published 1984
Steps of Faith: The NIV New Testament for Growing Christians
Book 38 of 181 · published 1984
Run with the Winners: Developing a Championship Lifestyle from Hebrews 11
Book 41 of 181 · published 1985
Comforting The Bereaved
Book 43 of 181 · published 1985 Co-authored · David Wiersbe
The Elements of Preaching
Book 45 of 181 · published 1986 Co-authored · David Wiersbe
Real Worship: Playground, Battleground, or Holy Ground?
Book 48 of 181 · published 1986
Be Transformed : Christ's Triumph Means Your Transformation
Book 49 of 181 · published 1986
Angry People: ...and What We Can Learn from Them
Book 52 of 181 · published 1987
Devotional Talks For People Who Do God's Business
Book 56 of 181 · published 1987
Making Sense of the Ministry/How to Apply Your Education to the Pastorate
Book 72 of 181 · published 1989
With the Word Bible Commentary: With the Complete Text of the New King James Version
Book 79 of 181 · published 1991
Prayer, Praise & Promises: A Daily Walk Through the Psalms
Book 82 of 181 · published 1992
Chapter-by-Chapter through the New Testament with One of Today's Most Respected Bible Teachers
Book 84 of 181 · published 1992
The Essential Everyday Bible Commentary: With The Complete Text Of The New King James Version
Book 86 of 181 · published 1992
Living with the Giants: The Lives of Great Men of the Faith
Book 87 of 181 · published 1993
Strategic Chapters Outlined, Explained, and Practically Applied
Book 89 of 181 · published 1993
Wiersbe's Expository Sermon Outlines On The Old Testament
Book 90 of 181 · published 1993
With the Word: The Chapter-by-Chapter Bible Handbook
Book 91 of 181 · published 1993
Contentment: A Thirty Day Devotional: Ecclesias Tes
Book 99 of 181 · published 1994
Preaching and Teaching with Imagination: The Quest for Biblical Ministry
Book 101 of 181 · published 1994
Be Skillful Leader's Guide
Book 107 of 181 · published 1995 Co-authored · Gary Wilde
Developing A Christian Imagination: An Interpretative Anthology
Book 110 of 181 · published 1995
Classic Sermons On Revival And Spiritual Renewal
Book 112 of 181 · published 1995
Being a Child of God: Your Guide for the Adventure
Book 113 of 181 · published 1996
So That's What a Christian Is! 12 Pictures of the Dynamic Christian Life
Book 115 of 181 · published 1996
The Prayer of Jesus: The Lord's Intercession for His Church
Book 116 of 181 · published 1997
Pause for Power: A 365-Day Journey through the Scriptures
Book 123 of 181 · published 1998
Through the Year with Warren W. Wiersbe: 366 Daily Devotionals
Book 126 of 181 · published 1999
Bible Commentary Old Testament: Nelson's Pocket Reference Series
Book 128 of 181 · published 2000
Index of Biblical Images: The Similes, Metaphors, and Symbols in Scripture
Book 130 of 181 · published 2000
Sermons Of The Century: Inspiration From One Hundred Years Of Influential Preaching
Book 131 of 181 · published 2000
Too Soon to Quit!: Fifteen Achievers from the Bible Teach Us How to Keep Going and How to Finish Well
Book 135 of 181 · published 2001
The 20 Essential Qualities Of An Authentic Christian
Book 136 of 181 · published 2001
Your Next Miracle: Experiencing the Power of Christ in Everyday Life
Book 138 of 181 · published 2001
Pocket New Testament Bible Commentary: Nelson's Pocket Reference Series
Book 139 of 181 · published 2001
Caring People: Learning to Live with and Help One Another
Book 140 of 181 · published 2001
Gallery of Grace***op***: 12 New Testament Pictures of the Christian Life
Book 141 of 181 · published 2002
Devotions for Contentment & Wisdom: Ecclesiastes & 1 Corinthians
Book 148 of 181 · published 2006
Devotions for Confidence & Integrity: Hebrews & 1 John
Book 149 of 181 · published 2006
Devotions For Patience & Wholeness: Job & Colossians
Book 150 of 181 · published 2006
Ministering to the Mourning: A Practical Guide for Pastors, Church Leaders, and Other Caregivers
Book 151 of 181 · published 2006 Co-authored · David Wiersbe
Who Am I?: New Testament Pictures of the Christian Life
Book 152 of 181 · published 2007
Life Sentences: Discover the Key Themes of 63 Bible Characters
Book 153 of 181 · published 2007
Bless You: Receiving and Sharing the Blessings of the Lord
Book 155 of 181 · published 2008
Expert Lifemanship: Mastering the Art of Living
Book 157 of 181 · published 2008 Co-authored · Ken Jenkins
The Transformation Study Bible
Book 158 of 181 · published 2009 Co-authored · Anonymous
50 People Every Christian Should Know: Learning from Spiritual Giants of the Faith
Book 160 of 181 · published 2009
Jesus in the Present Tense: The I AM Statements of Christ
Book 162 of 181 · published 2011
The Church of the Open Door: Ministry Dynamics Then and Now
Book 165 of 181 · published 2012
C Is for Christmas: The History, Personalities, and Meaning of Christ's Birth
Book 166 of 181 · published 2012 Co-authored · David W. Wiersbe
The Trinity: The Blessing of God's Grace, Love, and Fellowship
Book 167 of 181 · published 2013
5 Minutes a Day
Book 168 of 181 · published 2013 Co-authored · Max Lucado,James C. Dobson,Charles R. Swindoll,John Eldredge,Bill Bright,Charles Haddon Spurgeon,Bill Hybels,Franklin Graham,E. Stanley Jones
New Testament Words for Today: 100 Devotional Reflections
Book 169 of 181 · published 2013
This Is the Life!: Enjoying the Blessings and Privileges of Faith in Christ
Book 170 of 181 · published 2014
Milestones of the Master: Crucial Events in the Life of Jesus and Why They Matter So Much
Book 171 of 181 · published 2015
Truth on Its Head: Unusual Wisdom in the Paradoxes of the Bible
Book 172 of 181 · published 2016
Abide understanding the secrets of living for Jesus
Book 173 of 181 · published 2016
Reversing Reversals: Fun Activities That Build Sequencing, Visual Discrimination And Tracking Abilities For Improved Processing And Reading Skills
Book 176 of 181 · published 2020
Becoming New: 100 Days of Transformation through God’s Word
Book 178 of 181 · published 2024
Complete: Become the Whole Person God Intends You to Be
Book 179 of 181 · published 1976
Right: How to Be Right with God, Yourself, and Others
Book 180 of 181 · published 1988
Holy: Becoming Set Apart for God
Latest in the series · book 181 of 181 · published 1994
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Warren W. Wiersbe?
Warren Wiersbe was a noteworthy American author of Christian literature. He was well known for his theological works. Wiersbe was also a popular Christian clergyman, conference speaker, and Bible teacher.
Which Warren W. Wiersbe series should I start with?
The best place to start is the Warren W. Wiersbe Religion series, the earliest of Warren W. Wiersbe's multi-book series: it opens with Thoughts for Men on the Move (1970) and runs to 181 books across 1970–2024, ending with Holy: Becoming Set Apart for God (1994). Warren W. Wiersbe's other series stand alone, so they can be read in any order.
How many books has Warren W. Wiersbe written?
Warren W. Wiersbe has 286 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1970 and 2024. 285 of them belong to 5 named series — the largest being the Warren W. Wiersbe Religion series with 181 books — and 1 is a standalone title, collection or anthology.
In what order should Warren W. Wiersbe's series be read?
Read each series in publication order — the numbered entries in each series follow the year each book first appeared. Warren W. Wiersbe's series do not depend on one another, so they can be started in any order; by start date they are Warren W. Wiersbe Religion (1970–2024, 181 books), The "Be" Commentary (1972–2011, 47 books) and Kregel Classic Sermons (1987–2002, 23 books), plus 2 more.
How are Warren W. Wiersbe's books organised into series?
This guide splits Warren W. Wiersbe's 286 books into 5 named series and 1 title that stands alone or appear only in collections: Warren W. Wiersbe Religion (181 books, 1970–2024); The "Be" Commentary (47 books, 1972–2011); The Wiersbe Bible Study (27 books, 2007–2015); Kregel Classic Sermons (23 books, 1987–2002); The Bible Exposition Commentary (7 books, 1989–2003).