Delights and Disciplines of Bible Study: A Guidebook for Studying God's Word

by Warren W. Wiersbe

Bestselling author, pastor, and radio host Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe shares his delight in God’s Word in this comprehensive, highly accessible guide to biblical interpretation and application. In Delights and Disciplines of Bible Study, Dr. Wiersbe offers insight into the history, meaning, and context of the entire Bible, from Genesis through the Gospels through the last words of the apostles. Dr. Wiersbe patiently answers questions any believer would want answers to in order to apply the Bible’s truths to daily life. As you develop skills in studying the Bible, you will experience joy as a result of richer spiritual devotion. As Dr. Wiersbe encourages, reading the Bible should never be a burden. Instead, it is an adventurous journey into the heart of God.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian

197 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 1, 2018

About the author

Warren W. Wiersbe, former pastor of the Moody Church and general director of Back to the Bible, has traveled widely as a Bible teacher and conference speaker. Because of his encouragement to those in ministry, Dr. Wiersbe is often referred to as 'the pastor's pastor.' He has ministered in churches and conferences throughout the United States as well as in Canada, Central and South America, and Europe. Dr. Wiersbe has written over 150 books, including the popular BE series of commentaries on every book of the Bible, which has sold more than four million copies. At the 2002 Christian Booksellers Convention, he was awarded the Gold Medallion Lifetime Achievement Award by the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association. Dr. Wiersbe and his wife, Betty, live in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Reviews

[Luke · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really good book, which does exactly as advertised. It's helpful on a number of levels. It offers practical advice on which biblical study tools are worthwhile and tips on how to use them, and then provides plenty of opportunity to put them to use as Wiersbe takes the reader through the entire Bible. With each book, he spends time bringing out themes and highlights, almost like a light commentary. He doesn't go verse by verse, or even chapter by chapter, but does provide plenty of good material for future study.

The one thing I wish he had spent a bit more time on is developing the "discipline" side of Bible study. This is not to say that it isn't discussed, but not very extensively. Perhaps it's because it's different for everyone and he leaves it up to the reader to develop on their own, but it can be such a daunting topic to tackle ("How to I start to study this tome??") that it could've used a few more pages on it, especially from a life-long Bible student like Pastor Wiersbe.

Overall, definitely a helpful volume. Very accessible for the new Bible reader and experienced reader alike. May it inspire generations of Biblical scholars for years to come!

Thanks for taking the time to read my review.

[Jack · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great summary of the books of the Bible as well as the reasons for doing so. Written by a seasoned pastor known for his teaching and preaching as well as development of other preachers and teachers, this book is accessible and inspiring. Recommended for everyone from the new believer to the seasoned Bible student.

[BlackPearl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent Refresher Resource

While it may not contain the details you’d find in an extensive commentary, it does provide a good high level review for each book of the Bible. I think it provides the information it was intended to provide. Good resource for the quick ‘go to’ lookup on a chapter you are about to read.

[Inez · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a daily delight

I read some each morning from this book. It is a great way to start your day. It also helped me to examine how I see God and to make necessary changes to align with the Word.

[Steve · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good information for Bible study

The Bible is a big book and requires a lifetime of study. The author gives the reader tips and tools to make that happen.

[Ryan M Marks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Handy resource with summary of every book of the Bible, very well put answer to what translation question

[Margaret Nahmias]

If you are expecting a book about how to study the Bible this is not it. He devotes the first three chapters on Bible Study but the rest is mini commentary on the Bible. It is good if you are looking for accesible summaries on each book of the Bible in one volumes,but you could just as easily get his commentaries

[Christopher Nauls]

Awesome

Great information great books of bible highlights and insights. Highly recommend this book for bible illustration and illumination., great author always helpful