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
Explanatory, verse-by-verse approach seeks to help readers gain proper interpretation and application of God's Word. Easy to understand, yet rich in scholarly background.
Synopsis
Philippians is the most personal letter Paul wrote to a church. In it, he addresses many challenging aspects of the Christian life such as joy, humility, and spiritual unity. Respected preacher and Bible teacher, John MacArthur, presents yet another comprehensive and compelling commentary in his New Testament Series. Readers will find this resource indispensable for their study of this excellent epistle.
Synopsis
Philippians
Philippians was written from prison, yet its theme is joy. In fact, joy permeates this letter so much that it has been called "e;the epistle of joy."e; Those who study its teaching and apply its principles will, like the apostle Paul, learn the secret of having joy, peace, and contentment in every circumstance.
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
Philippians was written from prison, yet its theme is joy. In fact, joy permeates this letter so much that it has been called "e;the epistle of joy."e; Those who study its teaching and apply its principles will, like the apostle Paul, learn the secret of having joy, peace, and contentment in every circumstance.
Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.
Synopsis
Though written from prison, Philippians has been called "e;the epistle of joy."e; Those who study and apply its teachings will see why. Paul's most personal and affectionate letter, it is deeply moving and rich with the gospel. This commentary helps readers enter into the heart of Paul and emerge transformed.
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
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 319-320) and indexes.
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
1. The Epistle of Joy (Philippians 1:1-2)
2. The Elements of Joy (Philippians 1:3-8)
3. Essentials for Growth in Godliness (Philippians 1:9-11)
4. The Joy of Ministry-Part 1: In Spite of Trouble and Detractors (Philippians 1:12-18)
5. The Joy of Ministry-Part 2: In Spite of Death and the Flesh (Philippians 1:19-26)
6. Conduct Worthy of the Church (Philippians 1:27-30)
7. The Formula for Spiritual Unity (Philippians 2:1-4)
8. The Model for Spiritual Unity (Philippians 2:5-8)
9. The Exaltation of Christ (Philippians 2:9-11)
10. God at Work in You-Part 1: The Believer's Role in Sanctification (Philippians 2:12)
11 God at Work in You-Part 2: God's Role in Sanctification (Philippians 2:13)
12. Stop Complaining (Philippians 2:14-16)
13. Model Spiritual Servants (Philippians 2:17-30)
14. The Distinguishing Qualities of True Believers (Philippians 3:1-3)
15. Giving Up to Gain (Philippians 3:4-11)
16. Reaching for the Prize-Part 1: The Prerequisites (Philippians 3:12-16)
17. Reaching for the Prize-Part 2: The Procedure (Philippians 3:17-21)
18. Spiritual Stability-Part 1: Harmony, Joy, Contentment, Faith (Philippians 4:1-6a)
19. Spiritual Stability-Part 2: Gratitude, Godly Thinking, Obedience (Philippians 4:6b-9)
20. The Secret of Contentment (Philippians 4:10-19)
21. The Saints of God (Philippians 4:20-23)