John Bevere

John Bevere is an international speaker, bestselling author, and Bible teacher known for challenging Christians to pursue deeper faith, holiness, and wholehearted discipleship. Together with his wife, Lisa, he co-founded Messenger International in 1990, a ministry dedicated to equipping believers around the world with biblical teaching and discipleship resources. His best-known books include The Bait of Satan, on breaking free from offence, and The Awe of God, on a healthy fear of God, and many come with study guides and video studies for small groups. You can also browse books by his wife, Lisa Bevere, or our wider range on spiritual growth.

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Who is John Bevere?

John Bevere is an American author, speaker and Bible teacher. In 1990 he and his wife, Lisa, founded Messenger International, a ministry that provides biblical teaching and discipleship resources for churches and believers around the world. His books include The Bait of Satan, The Fear of the Lord, Under Cover, Driven by Eternity and The Awe of God, and many have been translated into other languages.

Which John Bevere book should I read first?

The Bait of Satan is the best place to start for most readers. It’s his best-known book and deals with something everyone faces: being hurt or offended. If you’d like to grow in your relationship with God, The Awe of God is his most thorough book on a healthy fear of God. For finding your purpose, try Driven by Eternity or You Are Called.

What is The Bait of Satan about?

The Bait of Satan: Living Free From the Deadly Trap of Offense shows how taking offence can trap Christians in bitterness and damage their relationships with God and others. Bevere explains how to recognise offence, forgive and walk free. First published in 1994, it’s available in a 20th anniversary edition, and there’s an interactive workbook for personal or group study.

What is The King Is Coming about?

The King Is Coming: It’s Time to Prepare for the Return of Christ explores what the Bible teaches about Jesus’ return and how to live ready for it. It’s available in paperback and hardback, with a Bible study guide plus streaming video and a video study for churches and small groups.

Are there John Bevere study guides for small groups?

Yes. Several of his books have companion resources for small groups, including The Bait of Satan interactive workbook, The Awe of God and The King Is Coming study guides with streaming video, and The Holy Spirit: An Introduction, an interactive book. They suit church small groups as well as personal study.

Is Lisa Bevere John Bevere’s wife?

Yes. Lisa Bevere is John Bevere’s wife, and together they founded Messenger International. She’s a bestselling author and speaker in her own right, known for books such as Lioness Arising and Without Rival, and many of her books are written for women. You’ll find her books in our Lisa Bevere range.

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