Donald A. Hagner

Jerusalem to Illyricum

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“How was the emergence of Christianity experienced by a prime protagonist and eyewitness, the apostle Paul himself? . . . A close reading of the texts combined with Barnett’s extensive knowledge of the historical and cultural contexts provides an illuminating picture of the whole. At the same time, Barnett underlines the integrity of the Pauline gospel and its continuity with earlier apostolic tradition. Highly recommended!”

Jesus, the New Testament, and Christian Origins

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The editors and contributors of this book are to be congratulated for producing a unique and invaluable volume, containing an enormous amount of essential, up-to-date information for the interpretation of the New Testament. Here students will not only learn of the history of the New Testament, but also discover helpful paths through the dense thicket of contemporary hermeneutics—all excellently done and attractively presented.”

Jesus, the Temple and the Coming Son of Man

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“It would be hard to find a more experienced and reliable guide to the complexities of the Markan apocalypse than Robert Stein. Conversant with the best scholarship and unrelenting in his pursuit of the Evangelist's intended meaning, Stein has produced a helpful, sensible and persuasive interpretation of Mark 13. This is a rewarding book that reflects the fruit of careful exegesis as well as reverence for the sacred text.”

John 3:16

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“What a wonderful gem this little book is! Murray Harris, renowned for his mastery of the nuances of Greek grammar and exegesis, has produced an exposition of John 3:16 full of illuminating insights. Here is a model of edifying scholarship in the service of Christ and the church. Reading this book leaves one longing for more. We may hope that Harris will do the same for other key New Testament texts.”

Making the Gospels

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“As we have come to expect from him, Paul Barnett has produced another helpful gem of a book that is at once informed, insightful, and appealing. Here he shows how a full exploration of the available biblical and historical data illumines the origin of the Gospels and justifies positive conclusions about their reliability.”

Mark for the Nations

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Few commentaries on Mark provide so rich a knowledge of the first-century cultural background as Prof. Hartman's. By extensive use of contemporary literature, he helps us to experience the text the way Mark's first readers did. Here is first-rank scholarship that provides a mine of information, but without the baggage of a heavy scholarly apparatus. The erudite Hartman has produced an outstanding commentary that exhibits both an unusually perceptive analysis and the wisdom of a masterful veteran scholar.”

Paul and His Life-Transforming Theology

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Roger Mohrlang has produced a simple, basic, and lucid introduction to Paul's theology that will be helpful to a wide readership. The content of Paul's theology is set forth with impressive clarity, but also with very practical relevance to the human condition. The result is not only informative, but also practical and even inspirational. Few books offer so rich a content in such a small compass.”

Paul—His Life, Letters, and Teaching

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“We may be familiar with the bits and pieces, but having them drawn together as Murray Harris does here, coordinating the story of Paul’s life from the data of his letters and the book of Acts, is both useful and illuminating. Harris provides us with a mini-Pauline theology that puts to shame many larger tomes on the subject. This book is a gem for all who want to understand the great apostle.”

Paul, Apostle of Weakness

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The theme of weakness in the Pauline Epistles is very important to Paul's theological perspective. David Alan Black provides a treatment of the subject that is academically excellent and yet accessible to the ordinary reader. . . . Seldom does one find in the same book this level of academic excellence combined with such great practical relevance.”

Perfect Priest for Weary Pilgrims

Theology

“As a New Testament scholar, a homiletics professor, and a seasoned pastor, Dennis Johnson is ideally equipped to explore the exhortatory sermon we call Hebrews. Like the unknown author of Hebrews, he delights in exploring theology for the sake of practical application in the daily life of the Christian. In so doing he unlocks the treasures of Hebrews in a most helpful manner, giving special attention to the Christological interpretation of the Old Testament. Johnson wonderfully reveals the beauty and brilliance of Hebrews and will bring about a new appreciation of a much-neglected New Testament book.”

Peter

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“If Bob Gundry is known for anything, it is for his dogged pursuit of the meaning of Scripture. Here he once again provides fresh, penetrating analysis—in the present case, leading to an unsettling conclusion. Provocative, as he can often be, Gundry is never boring but always instructive and well worth a careful reading.”

Reboot Your Greek

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Nothing quite matches the joy and payoff of being able to read the NT (and Septuagint) in Greek. If you are one of the majority of seminary graduates who have sadly let their Greek lapse, but wish they hadn't, this is the ideal book for you. In a cleverly conceived, pragmatic, and painless way, Dr. Land leads the reader through forty days of a rebooting process that will resuscitate one’s Greek and renew access to the original documents.”

Romans

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“There simply is no series of medium-length commentaries that approaches the excellence of the Tyndale commentaries.”

Sacred Tradition in the New Testament

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Porter leads us into a fresh and stimulating understanding of the New Testament's appropriation of the sacred traditions of Israel's Scriptures. This is more than just another book on the New Testament's use of the Old. Porter's decision to focus on the titles of Jesus and broad themes makes the book practically a miniature New Testament theology, with the great virtue of helping us perceive the rich unity of the Bible. This is a book that deserves, and will reward, a thoughtful reading.”

The Devil, Demons, Judas, and “the Jews”

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this illuminating and thorough study of the antagonists in the battle against God, Jesus, and the disciples that underlies each of the four Gospel narratives, Dr. Löfstedt provides us with a fascinating look at the dark side of the story. His approach to the texts is exegetical; in dialogue with scholarship, his arguments are carefully reasoned and his conclusions judicious. This is a masterful study that will benefit all students of the NT.”

The Gospel according to Luke

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“This is a first-rate commentary, written by a seasoned New Testament exegete, reflecting the wisdom and insight we have come to expect from its author. It is built on a foundation of excellent scholarship and in dialogue with the best secondary literature; its approach to the text is reverent and edifying. . . . Immensely rewarding.”

The Historical Jesus and the Christ of Faith

Theology

“By means of his insightful comparison of the views of Borg and Wright on the historical Jesus, George Demetrion addresses the central questions surrounding the interplay of history and faith in our knowledge of Jesus. Demetrion's reading of both authors is empathic and generous, as he attempts to build bridges between postliberalism and evangelicalism. This is a stimulating book. . . . Highly recommended!”

The Letter to the Philippians

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Walter Hansen, representing that rare combination of a first-rate scholar and a pastor with years of experience in the church, writes the kind of commentary one might expect — devoted to solid, informed exegesis with an emphasis on the present application of the text. Its exceptional clarity, depth, and theological richness make this an outstanding commentary that will be of real help to every student of Philippians.”

The Life and Witness of Peter

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Seasoned biblical scholar Larry Helyer has produced a wide-ranging, synthetic and theologically rich exploration of Petrine themes in the New Testament and the early church. Written from a standpoint of faith and commitment, and with a clear desire to hear the texts, this book is at once informative and edifying.”

The Parables of Jesus

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Hultgren's wonderful treatment of the parables combines the highest level of scholarship, in a non-technical presentation, with a down-to-earth usefulness and insightful application — all of which superbly clarifies their meaning. Here is a book I would immediately, unhesitatingly, and enthusiastically put in the hands of anyone who wants help in understanding Jesus' parables.”