Synopses & Reviews
Unleashing God’s Truth one verse at a time
“Clear, reasonable, understandable, devout—all things and more can be honestly said about this generation’s greatest single-author pastoral commentary set. The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series is a help to Christians and preachers. Forged in the study, fired in the pulpit, these comments on the whole New Testament are a gift from one who loves Christ, given to Christ’s bride, the church.”
—Mark Denver, pastor, Capitol Hill Baptist Church, Washington, D.C.
“Dr. MacArthur’s love for the Scripture and his many years of diligent study have resulted in a resource that is a great gift to the Body of Christ. I have found this tool to be a great help as I study the Word and teach it to women. I often refer to this set of commentaries to enhance my understanding of the text and to shed light on difficult passages and questions.”
—Nancy Leigh DeMoss, author, Revive our Hearts radio teacher
“John MacArthur has provided a compelling example of pastoral ministry based on the Word of God. Now the fruit of that ministry is available to us all: careful attention to the text of Scripture and faithful theological exposition, all in the service of the church of Jesus Christ. Both pastor and layperson will benefit for years to come from this unique commentary series.”
—C.J. Mahaney, president of Sovereign Grace Ministries
“The MacArthur New Testament Commentary is nothing less than a library of faithful exegesis and exposition. This project is unparalleled in our times, and John MacArthur has produced a masterful commentary series that demands attention and deserves a place in every preacher’s library.”
—R. Albert Mohler, Jr., PhD, president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, KY
Synopsis
From one of today's top-selling commentary series comes volume one of the Gospel of John, the 25th installment to the
MacArthur New Testament Commentary series. John MacArthur gives verse-by-verse analysis in context and provides points of application for passages, illuminating the biblical text in practical and relevant ways. The series has been praised for its accessibility to lay leaders, and is a must-have for every pastor's library.
Synopsis
From one of today's top-selling commentary series comes volume one of the Gospel of John, the 25th installment to the MacArthur New Testament Commentary series. MacArthur gives verse-by-verse analysis in context and provides points of application for passages, illuminating the biblical text in practical and relevant ways. The series has been praised for its accessibility to lay leaders, and is a must-have for every pastor's library.
Synopsis
John 1-11
How can a sinner have eternal life? The gospel of John provides the answer: by believing in Jesus Christ. The claims Jesus made, and the works He performed to validate those claims, prove that He is the Son of God and the Savior of the world. Nothing could be more relevant in today's world than this message of salvation.
Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.
The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series comes from the experience, wisdom, and insight of one of the most trusted ministry leaders and Bible scholars of our day. Each volume was written to be as comprehensive and accurate as possible, dealing thoroughly with every key phrase and word in the Scripture without being unnecessarily technical. This commentary will help to give a better, fuller, richer understanding of God's Word, while challenging the reader to a vibrant personal spiritual walk.
Synopsis
How can a sinner have eternal life? The gospel of John provides the answer: by believing in Jesus Christ. The claims Jesus made, and the works He performed to validate those claims, prove that He is the Son of God and the Savior of the world. Nothing could be more relevant in today's world than this message of salvation.
Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.
Synopsis
The 25th installment to the MacArthur New Testament Commentary series, which has been praised for its accessibility to lay leaders, this commentary on John 1-11 introduces you to the most unique of the four Gospels.
Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical. Taking into account the cultural, theological, and Old Testament contexts of each passage, MacArthur tackles interpretive challenges and fairly evaluates differing views, giving the reader confidence in his conclusions.
The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series comes from the experience, wisdom, and insight of one of the most trusted ministry leaders and Bible scholars of our day. Each volume was written to be as comprehensive and accurate as possible, dealing thoroughly with every key phrase and word in the Scripture without being unnecessarily technical. This commentary will help to give a better, fuller, richer understanding of God's Word, while challenging the reader to a vibrant personal spiritual walk.
A great resource for pastors, teachers, leaders, students, or anyone desiring to dig deeper into Scripture
About the Author
John MacArthur ((B.A., Universidad Los Angeles Pacific; M.Div., Seminario Teológico Talbot; Litt.D., Grace Graduate School; D.D., Seminario Teológico Talbot) es Pastor y Maestro en la Iglesia Grace Community en Sun Valley, California y Presidente de la Universidad The Master's y Presidente y fundador del Seminario The Master's (en 1986) en Santa Clarita, California. El Dr. MacArthur es un conferencista activo quien ha enseñado en el programa de radio Grace to You.Desde que lanzó su primer y mejor vendido libro El Evangelio Según Jesucristo en 1988, el Dr. MacArthur ha escrito mas de 150 libros incluyendo una serie de comentarios bíblicos, La Segunda Venida, Avergonzados del Evangelio, Doce Hombres Comunes y la Biblia de Estudio MacArthur, recibieron la Medalla de Oro ECPA en 1998. John y su esposa Patricia viven en Canyon Country, California y tienen cuatro hijos y quince nietos.
Table of Contents
Preface / vii
Introduction to John / 1
1. The Divine Word (John 1:1–5) / 13
2. Responding to the Incarnate Word (John 1:6–13) / 25
3. The Glory of the Incarnate Word (John 1:14–18) / 37
4. John the Baptist’s Testimony to Christ (John 1:19–37) / 47
5. The Balance of Salvation (John 1:38–51) / 59
6. Christ’s First Miracle (John 2:1–11) / 75
7. Jesus Displays His Deity (John 2:12–25) / 85
8. The New Birth (John 3:1–10) / 97
9. Responding to the Divine Offer of Salvation (John 3:11–21) / 109
10. From John to Jesus (John 3:22–36) / 121
11. The Living Water (John 4:1–26) / 135
12. The Savior of the World (John 4:27–42) / 151
13. Christ’s Response to Unbelief (John 4:43–54) / 161
14. The Persecuted Jesus (John 5:1–16) / 169
15. The Most Startling Claim Ever Made (John 5:17–24) / 181
16. The Two Resurrections (John 5:25–29) / 193
17. Witnesses to the Deity of Christ (John 5:30–47) / 203
18. A Miraculous Meal (John 6:1–15) / 217
19. Characteristics of True and False Disciples (John 6:16–29) / 227
20. The Bread of Life--Part 1: / 239
Jesus,the True Bread from Heaven (John 6:30–50)
21. The Bread of Life--Part 2: / 255
Appropriating the Bread of Life (John 6:51–59)
22. The Bread of Life--Part 3: / 265
Responding to the Bread of Life (John 6:60–71)
23. Following the Divine Timetable (John 7:1–13) / 275
24. Verifying the Claims of Christ (John 7:14–24) / 285
25. Reactions to the Claims of Christ (John 7:25–36) / 299
26. Answering Life’s Ultimate Question (John 7:37–52) / 309
27. Jesus Confronts Hypocrisy (John 7:53–8:11) / 321
28. Jesus:The Light of the World (John 8:12–21) / 331
29. How to Die in Your Sins (John 8:22–30) / 341
30. The Truth Will Make You Free (John 8:31–36) / 351
31. Children of Abraham,or Satan? (John 8:37–47) / 363
32. Jesus Confronts His Enemies (John 8:48–59) / 375
33. Jesus Opens Blind Eyes (John 9:1–12) / 387
34. Unbelief Investigates a Miracle (John 9:13–34) / 397
35. Spiritual Sight or Spiritual Blindness? (John 9:35–41) / 409
36. The Good Shepherd (John 10:1–21) / 421
37. Rejecting the Claims of Christ (John 10:22–42) / 437
38. The Resurrection and the Life--Part One: / 449
Sickness for the Glory of God (John 11:1–16)
39. The Resurrection and the Life--Part Two: / 459
The Arrival of the Savior (John 11:17–36)
40. The Resurrection and the Life--Part Three: / 469
The Raising of Lazarus (John 11:37–44)
41. The Resurrection and the Life--Part Four: / 477
Reactions to the Resurrection of Lazarus (John 11:45–57)
Bibliography / 487
Index of Greek Words / 489
Index of Scripture / 491
Index of Subjects / 503