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Be Confident (Hebrews): Live by Faith, Not by Sight (The BE Series Commentary)

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This is a study of the book of Hebrews. The chapters are taken in order and explained in an expository manner. Dr. Wiersbe reminds us that God is "working in us to accomplish His purposes." He elaborates by emphasizing that the One Who is working is "the God of providence who guided this universe to its divinely ordained destiny."

Key words are traced back to the original language in this study. For example, in Hebrews 2:10-13 where Jesus is described as being the Captain of salvation, we're told another word for Captain could be pioneer, as in one who opens the way for others to follow.

Jesus Christ is the theme of the book of Hebrews. This book explains the various parts of the book, such as Jesus being superior to angels, Moses, and Aaron. Consequently, Christians have a better covenant than the old one.

This is a well-researched book that is easy to read. It covers the book of Hebrews thoroughly. I strongly recommend it.

This is an easy-to-read commentary on my favorite book in the Bible. But, it is also one that will not let you off with just feeling good, "blessed," of better informed. It asks, no demands, you to apprehend the confidence we have in Christ, to move on to spiritual maturity to become competent in the Word, the promises of God, and their application and edification of the body of Christ. And, to be committed to persevering in your faith in Christ regardless. If their is one single message in Hebrews, it is that Christ is SUPERIOR to anything else and IN HIM we CAN overcome and become what God always meant us to be.

I found myself saying, "Amen" and "Praise the Lord" frequently while reading...most of the time out loud! And, my copy is now highlighted and marked with personal notes, questions for follow up, and little "Ah, Hahs!"

Buy this commentary. It will bless you significantly!

How do you write a relatively brief commentary on what is considered the most difficult book in the Bible? Only Warren Wiersbe could accomplish this and give a deeper understanding of this book in a one-volume, very readable exposition. I always like to read a couple of commentaries on any book of the Bible that I study. When I found we were going to cover Hebrews in only four weeks in my current study group, I immediately looked for Warren Wiersbe and found what I wanted in his "Be" series. Much more extensive works on Hebrews exist, but this met my need for the deeper insight I was looking for in a suscinct volume.

My niece enjoyed it. Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eight, Nineth, Tenth, Eleventh, Twelfth, Thirteenth, Fourteenth, Fifteenth, Sixteenth,Sevententh, Eighteenth, Nineteenth word, Finally!

Dr. Warren Wiersbe, whose name to many is synonymous with quality Christian radio, really does do a superb explanation of the book of Hebrews. Juxtaposed between the traditional Judaistic system of laws and the emergence of the Christ's earthly ministry and purpose, the Saints in the first century were necessarily tugged between the well-established old and the new, as espoused by the then risen Christ. Many were still asking (after Jesus' earthly ministry), what just happened? Even 2,000 years later many ask the same question. Dr. Wiersbe shines the light of history on what the author of Hebrews was saying, breaking through any excuse for tepidity about Jesus' role in the salvation of mankind. For any Christian (or non-Christian) who has struggled with a comparison of the old covenant and the new, as it relates to Jesus, I highly recommend this work. This would be time well spent in understanding the book of Hebrews, and the purpose of the Risen Savior.

We use Be Confident for our Bible study group. Wiersbe makes the Bible come alive, is understandable and very practical. The questions get the group thinking about how they can apply the scripture to their everyday living. I recommend it highly.

Using his books while doing a bible study is like preparing for a trip. I like to know where I am going and what to expect. His books do just that whether it is a study of the gospels or epistles, psalms or proverbs. I am never disappointed.