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“Getting a group to do the Book by Book material for a year is guaranteed to transform how you think about the Scriptures - and Jesus!” Dev Menon
“Book by Book provides such an excellent base of teaching which can then lead on to discussion and prayer.” Paul Ginnings, North Devon
“Book by Book is a wonderful insight to the Scriptures - for the first time Exodus through to Deuteronomy was made very clear and easy to understand.” Robert King
“I really value the quality of teaching in these studies. They are so Biblically based and full of enthusiasm and wisdom. We can't speak highly enough of their quality and would commend them unreservedly.” Rev David Nunn
“We have used every study since the series began and have been educated, challenged and inspired by them all. It is a privilege to be able to listen to such wonderful Bible scholars.” Joan and Brian Rigby, St John's Walton
“I think Book by Book is a fantastic resource - no other modern Bible study series takes the whole context of the book as seriously as this.” Dev Menon
“The series challenges disciples with a fresh look (from the eyes of the ancient Christian) at passages we had thought we knew so well.” Edward Duffy, Adjunct Professor of New Testament Greek, Hartford Seminary
“I just wanted to encourage you and tell what tremendous benefits we are getting from these series. The DVD was so easily understood by 'ordinary people' and inspiring.” Ruth Collins
“All of the folk who have studied Exodus found it was the best they had ever done and opened up the Bible in a wonderful way.” Nic Deane, Rector of Chadwell St Mary
“We have learnt a lot from the book which accompanies the DVD.” Joan Tittmar
“I've been a Christian for over 30 years and used to reading and studying the Bible, but Book by Book has taken me to a whole new level in an appreciation of the riches of Scripture.” Jim Rathbone, Christ Church, Chorleywood
“Our Fellowship has been studying Exodus. WOW. What a lot has been learnt.” Nina Barker, The Woodside Christian Fellowship
“How exciting to see members of the house group really looking forward to the next session of Book by Book. We can now understand the New Testament as a result of our Old Testament studies with Book by Book!” Rev Colin Renwick

Richard Bewes

Richard is the host of the Book by Book DVDs.

Son of missionary parents, Richard was born and raised on the lower slopes of Mount Kenya, along with his two brothers and sister - "The most tranquil upbringing a child could have had." He travelled to England for his secondary education, before going to Cambridge University as an undergraduate. He then went on to study for the pastoral ministry at Ridley Hall Theological College, Cambridge.

Richard comes from a family whose Gospel preaching tradition began with D L Moody's sermon of September 26th, 1882, when his grandfather, 14-year-old Tommy made his response, and later became a preacher himself. Beginning his ordained ministry in Beckenham, Kent, Richard went on to lead churches in Harold Wood and Northwood, prior to his leadership at All Souls. Following his retirement as Rector of All Souls in November 2004, Richard was awarded an OBE in HM the Queen's 2005 New Year Honours' List for services to the Church of England.

Richard's speaking engagements have taken him into Europe, Australia, Africa, USA and Canada. He has written over twenty books, the most recent of which are '150 Pocket Thoughts' and 'Beginning the Christian Life', published by Christian Focus Publications. Richard is also known for his hymnwriting and his regular contributions on Christian radio and television - including his co-hosting (with the Revd Dr Paul Blackham) of the 'Open Home : Open Bible' and 'Book by Book' on-screen Bible Study series.

Close to Richard's heart are mission and outreach. For many years he has been UK Chairman of African Enterprise. Also he has been a keen supporter of the ministry of the BGEA, including serving as Chairman of 'Mission '89' held in London England with Dr Billy Graham. Richard was honoured to accept an invitation to join the board of Gospelcom International in 2004, as their very first international board member.

Richard has his own website, which goes under the title of 'Pocket Bible Thoughts' where you will find Leadership Articles and a regular 'Thought for the Day'. Richard is Patron of Biblical Frameworks.