Tim LaHaye Reading Order
11 series Β· 122 books
Tim LaHaye was an American evangelical minister and prolific author who brought his theological perspective to both fiction and non-fiction works spanning nearly five decades. He is best known for the Left Behind series, a blockbuster franchise that imagines the aftermath of a rapture event and spawned multiple spin-offs including books for younger readers. LaHaye's output of over 120 books across numerous series reflects his dual commitment to Christian ministry and exploring end-times scenarios through narrative fiction.
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Babylon Rising Series
Complete4 books (2003β2006)
The Babylon Rising series consists of four complete novels published between 2003 and 2006, with the first book co-written by Tim LaHaye and Greg Dinallo and the remaining three co-authored with Bob Phillips. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Babylon Rising and continuing through The Secret on Ararat, The Europa Conspiracy, and concluding with The Edge of Darkness.
Start with Babylon Rising(With: Greg Dinallo), the first of 4 books in the Babylon Rising series.
Start this series with Babylon Rising(With: Greg Dinallo)
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Babylon Rising(With: Greg Dinallo) |
| 2 | The Secret on Ararat(With: Bob Phillips) |
| 3 | The Europa Conspiracy(With: Bob Phillips) |
| 4 | The Edge of Darkness(With: Bob Phillips) |
Before They Were Left Behind Series
Complete3 books (2005β2005)
Tim LaHaye's Before They Were Left Behind trilogy offers nonfiction exploration across three complete volumes published in 2005. The series consists of The Rapture, The Regime, and The Rising, which should be read in publication order. This finished series provides a comprehensive examination across its three installments for readers interested in LaHaye's nonfiction work.
Start with The Rapture and read in order.
Start this series with The Rapture
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Rapture |
| 2 | The Regime |
| 3 | The Rising |
Left Behind Series
Complete16 books (1995β2007)
The Left Behind series comprises 16 completed novels by Tim LaHaye, published between 1995 and 2007. This fiction series should be read in publication order, beginning with Left Behind and concluding with Glorious Appearing. The novels follow interconnected characters and events across a multi-book narrative arc that spans the entire sequence.
Start with Left Behind, the first of 16 books in the Left Behind series.
Start this series with Left Behind
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Left Behind |
| 2 | Tribulation Force |
| 3 | Nicolae |
| 4 | Soul Harvest |
| 5 | Apollyon |
| 6 | Assassins |
| 7 | The Indwelling |
| 8 | The Mark |
| 9 | Desecration |
| 10 | The Remnant |
| 11 | Armageddon |
| 12 | Glorious Appearing |
| 13 | The Rapture |
| 14 | The Regime |
| 15 | The Rising |
| 16 | Kingdom Come |
Left Behind: The Kids Series
Complete40 books (1998β2004)
The Left Behind: The Kids series consists of 40 complete novels published between 1998 and 2004, written by Tim LaHaye. This series should be read in publication order, beginning with Facing the Future and continuing through the full sequence of titles. The books follow a linear narrative arc across their four-year publication span, making sequential reading essential to understanding the story's development and character progression.
Start with Facing the Future, the first of 40 books in the Left Behind: The Kids series.
Start this series with Facing the Future
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Facing the Future |
| 2 | Second Chance |
| 3 | The Vanishings |
| 4 | Through the Flames |
| 5 | Nicolae High |
| 6 | The Underground |
| 7 | Busted! |
| 8 | Death Strike |
| 9 | Earthquake! |
| 10 | Into the Storm |
| 11 | On the Run |
| 12 | The Search |
| 13 | Battling the Commander |
| 14 | Darkening Skies |
| 15 | Fire from Heaven |
| 16 | Judgment Day |
| 17 | Terror in the Stadium |
| 18 | The Showdown |
| 19 | A Dangerous Plan |
| 20 | Attack of Apollyon |
| 21 | Escape from New Babylon |
| 22 | Horsemen of Terror |
| 23 | Secrets of New Babylon |
| 24 | Uplink from the Underground |
| 25 | Breakout! |
| 26 | Death at the Gala |
| 27 | Escape to Masada |
| 28 | Murder in the Holy Place |
| 29 | The Beast Arises |
| 30 | The Mark of the Beast |
| 31 | War of the Dragon |
| 32 | Wildfire |
| 33 | Attack on Petra |
| 34 | Bounty Hunters |
| 35 | Heat Wave |
| 36 | Ominous Choices |
| 37 | The Perils of Love |
| 38 | The Rise of False Messiahs |
| 39 | The Road to War |
| 40 | Triumphant Return |
Left Behind: The Kids Collection Series
Complete12 books (2003β2005)
The Left Behind: The Kids Collection is a complete 12-book series by Tim LaHaye published between 2003 and 2005. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Pursued and concluding with Unmasked. This series presents a fictional narrative adaptation designed for younger readers exploring themes central to the broader Left Behind universe.
Start with Pursued, the first of 12 books in the Left Behind: The Kids Collection series.
Start this series with Pursued
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | Pursued |
| 2 | Taken |
| 3 | Frantic |
| 4 | Hidden |
| 5 | Rescued |
| 6 | Stung |
| 7 | Arrived |
| 8 | Deceived |
| 9 | Hunted |
| 10 | Protected |
| 11 | Shaken |
| 12 | Unmasked |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete31 books (1968β2015)
Tim LaHaye's nonfiction series comprises 31 books published between 1968 and 2015, covering topics including marriage, family, temperament, biblical prophecy, and Christian living. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with How to Be Happy Though Married. Many volumes were co-authored with Beverly LaHaye and address practical aspects of Christian faith and relationships.
Start with How to Be Happy Though Married, the first of 31 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with How to Be Happy Though Married
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | How to Be Happy Though Married |
| 2 | Transforming Your Temperament |
| 3 | Revelation Unveiled |
| 4 | The Unhappy Gays |
| 5 | Life in the Afterlife |
| 6 | Practical Answers to Common Questions about Sex in Marriage |
| 7 | I Love You, But Why Are We So Different? |
| 8 | Understanding Bible Prophecy for Yourself |
| 9 | Against the Tide(With: Beverly LaHaye) |
| 10 | A Nation Without a Conscience(With: Beverly LaHaye) |
| 11 | The Spirit-Filled Family(With: Beverly LaHaye) |
| 12 | Alike in Love(With: Beverly LaHaye) |
| 13 | Gathering Lilies from Among the Thorns(With: Beverly LaHaye) |
| 14 | The Act of Marriage(With: Beverly LaHaye) |
| 15 | Understanding the Last Days |
| 16 | The Act of Marriage After 40(With: Beverly LaHaye,Mike Yorkey) |
| 17 | Tim LaHaye Prophecy Study Bible β New King James Version |
| 18 | Charting the End Times(With: Thomas Ice) |
| 19 | Mind Siege: The Battle for the Truth(With: David A. Noebel) |
| 20 | Perhaps Today(With: Jerry B. Jenkins) |
| 21 | The Merciful God of Prophecy |
| 22 | End Times Controversy(With: Thomas Ice) |
| 23 | A Kid's Guide to Understanding the End Times(With: Jerry B. Jenkins,Chris Fabry) |
| 24 | Embracing Eternity(With: Jerry B. Jenkins,Frank M. Martin) |
| 25 | The Popular Encyclopedia of Bible Prophecy(With: Ed Hindson) |
| 26 | Party of Two(With: Beverly LaHaye) |
| 27 | How to Study the Bible for Yourself |
| 28 | The Popular Bible Prophecy Workbook(With: Ed Hindson) |
| 29 | Global Warning(With: Ed Hindson) |
| 30 | The Popular Handbook on the Rapture(With: Thomas Ice,Ed Hindson) |
| 31 | Target Israel(With: Ed Hindson) |
Poetry Series
Complete1 book (1986β1986)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Our Favorite Verse(With: Beverly LaHaye) |
Soul Survivor Series
Complete4 books (2001β2003)
The Soul Survivor series by Tim LaHaye consists of four complete books published between 2001 and 2003, all of which should be read in publication order. The series begins with The Mind Siege Project, followed by All the Rave, The Last Dance, and concludes with Black Friday. These non-fiction works explore contemporary cultural and societal issues from LaHaye's perspective.
Start with The Mind Siege Project, the first of 4 books in the Soul Survivor series.
Start this series with The Mind Siege Project
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Mind Siege Project |
| 2 | All the Rave |
| 3 | The Last Dance |
| 4 | Black Friday |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete3 books (2005β2008)
Tim LaHaye collaborated with Greg Dinallo on three standalone novels published between 2005 and 2008. The complete series consists of Come Spring, The Best Christmas Gift, and Always Grace, and should be read in publication order. Each book stands alone as an independent story, making them accessible to readers whether they approach them sequentially or individually.
Start with Come Spring(With: Greg Dinallo) and read in order.
Start this series with Come Spring(With: Greg Dinallo)
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Come Spring(With: Greg Dinallo) |
| 2 | The Best Christmas Gift(With: Greg Dinallo) |
| 3 | Always Grace(With: Greg Dinallo) |
The End Series
Complete4 books (2010β2014)
The End is a four-book series by Tim LaHaye published between 2010 and 2014. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Edge of Apocalypse and continuing through Thunder of Heaven, Brink of Chaos, and Mark of Evil.
Start with Edge of Apocalypse, the first of 4 books in the The End series.
Start this series with Edge of Apocalypse
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Edge of Apocalypse |
| 2 | Thunder of Heaven |
| 3 | Brink of Chaos |
| 4 | Mark of Evil |
The Jesus Chronicles Series
Complete4 books (2006β2010)
The Jesus Chronicles is a four-book nonfiction series by Tim LaHaye that spans from 2006 to 2010. Each installment focuses on one of the four gospels, presenting the perspective of John, Mark, Luke, and Matthew in that order. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with John's Story.
Start with John's Story, the first of 4 books in the The Jesus Chronicles series.
Start this series with John's Story
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
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| 1 | John's Story |
| 2 | Mark's Story |
| 3 | Luke's Story |
| 4 | Matthew's Story |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Tim LaHaye written?
- Tim LaHaye has written 122 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 1968 to 2015.
- What is the first book in each Tim LaHaye series?
- Here are the first books in Tim LaHaye's series: Babylon Rising: Babylon Rising(With: Greg Dinallo); Before They Were Left Behind: The Rapture; Left Behind: Left Behind; Left Behind: The Kids: Facing the Future; Left Behind: The Kids Collection: Pursued.
- What order should I read Tim LaHaye's books?
- We recommend reading Tim LaHaye's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Tim LaHaye's series complete?
- Tim LaHaye has 11 completed series.

