Be Compassionate (Luke 1-13): Let the World Know That Jesus Cares (The BE Series Commentary) [Paperback]

Warren W. Wiersbe (Author)

Book Description

Series: The BE Series Commentary | Publication Date: July 1, 2010

 

The world still needs His love

 

The life and ministry of Christ was marked by His overwhelming compassion for people. And His heart is the same today. As believers, we are called to be the hands and feet of Christ, and extend His extravagant love to a broken world. Based on the book of Luke, this study examines the very heartbeat of our Savior, and explores how Jesus connected with hurting people in an authentic and powerful way.

 

Part of Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe’s best-selling “BE” commentary series, BE Compassionate has now been updated with study questions and a new introduction by Ken Baugh. A respected pastor and Bible teacher, Dr. Wiersbe explores the compassionate life of Jesus. Filled with moving examples of Christ’s ministry to people of all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs, this study will inspire you to share His love with the world around you.

 

 

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About the Author

Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe is an internationally known Bible teacher and the former pastor of The Moody Church in Chicago. For ten years he was associated with the Back to the Bible radio broadcast, first as Bible teacher and then as general director. Dr. Wiersbe has written more than 160 books, including the popular “BE” series of Bible commentaries, which has sold more than four million copies. He and his wife, Betty, live in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: David C. Cook; New edition (July 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1434765024
• ISBN-13: 978-1434765024
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #184,450 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Warren W. Wiersbe is best known as a Bible teacher, author, and conference speaker. He has ministered in churches and conferences in Canada, Central and South America, Europe, and the United States. He has published more than 150 books and was awarded the Gold Medallion Lifetime Achievement Award by the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful & Interesting, September 24, 2010

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This review is from: Be Compassionate (Luke 1-13): Let the World Know That Jesus Cares (The BE Series Commentary) (Paperback)

"BE Compassionate" is a commentary on chapters 1-13 of Luke, but it's written more like a Bible study than a Bible reference book. As in, you could go to a certain chapter and verse reference and read the entry for more information, but the book was designed to be read from start to finish. The book was easy to understand and an enjoyable, quick read.

With one exception, each chapter in the book covered one chapter in Luke. The author pointed out the meanings of Greek words that don't fully translate into English and background historical information that helped to bring out the full impact of the verses. There were 9 to 11 questions at the end of each chapter. Some tested to see if you remembered/understood what the author had said, but others were discussion/reflection questions about how you could apply what you had just learned.

This study made me think, and I gained a lot of new insights from reading it. I didn't agree with a few of the author's conclusions, but I'm not claiming that they're wrong. I've just heard a different spin put on the events that seems to fit better, in my opinion. Overall, I'd highly recommend this book as a Bible study for those who want a deeper understanding of the Word.

I received this book as a review copy from the publisher.

Reviewed by Debbie from ChristFocus Book Club

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating Background to Biblical Readings, August 8, 2010

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Jennifer (Fairfax, VA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Be Compassionate (Luke 1-13): Let the World Know That Jesus Cares (The BE Series Commentary) (Paperback)

Every Christmas Eve, our family reads the story of the birth of Christ from Luke chapter 2. Many Christian families do. For this reason, it is likely one of the most read books of the Bible. And yet, how much do we actually know about Luke, about his service to our Lord, and about Luke's contributions to the Biblical account of Jesus' coming, His works, His death, and His resurrection?

Dr. Wiersbe's Be Compassionate is a detailed look at the first thirteen chapters of Luke through which he encourages the reader to understand and experience Jesus' compassion and to learn to be compassionate to others.

Dr. Wiersbe's book provides detailed information on the history and customs of the time, background on the characters in the chapters, and commentary on the language and its importance to the meaning of the passages. It makes for fascinatingreading. For an informative Bible Study, read the suggested verses from the Bible and then delve into the commentary. The questions for personal reflection or group discussion at the end of each chapter help to solidify the reader's understanding of the Biblical passages in light of the commentary and are a useful addition to the book and to the reader's study of the book of Luke.

I received this book from B & B Media Group in exchange for my honest review. The thoughts printed in this review are entirely my own.

4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful commentary, February 8, 2011

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This review is from: Be Compassionate (Luke 1-13): Let the World Know That Jesus Cares (The BE Series Commentary) (Paperback)

I needed this book for research and enjoy Wiersbe's commentaries. They are easy to read and logical in their conclusions.