From Leadership Ministries Worldwide, the publishers of The Preacher's Outline & Sermon Bible comes everyWORD, a starting point for pastors, teachers, and students of the Bible who are seeking a better understanding of every Word of scripture. This series takes the unique layout of the Preacher's Outline & Sermon Bible a step further. Outlined verse-by-verse in the popular ESV translation, and including a comprehensive, easy-to-understand commentary drawn from hundreds of sources, everyWORD equips you to deepen your understanding of God’s Word and preach your best.

"This resource will not only make you a better preacher, it will make you a better disciple. I encourage every pastor to add it to their study tools." – Dr. Robby Gallaty, Senior Pastor of Long Hollow Baptist Church and Founder of Replicate Ministries, Nashville, TN

"I have used these materials for years. They are absolutely the finest I know of for the busy preacher, pastor, teacher, church leader, or lay person." – Dr. Charles Stanley, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church and Founder of In Touch Ministries, Atlanta, GA

From Leadership Ministries Worldwide, the publishers of The Preacher's Outline & Sermon Bible comes everyWORD, a starting point for pastors, teachers, and students of the Bible who are seeking a better understanding of every Word of scripture. This series takes the unique layout of the Preacher's Outline & Sermon Bible a step further. Outlined verse-by-verse in the popular ESV translation, and including a comprehensive, easy-to-understand commentary drawn from hundreds of sources, everyWORD equips you to deepen your understanding of God’s Word and preach your best.

"This resource will not only make you a better preacher, it will make you a better disciple. I encourage every pastor to add it to their study tools." – Dr. Robby Gallaty, Senior Pastor of Long Hollow Baptist Church and Founder of Replicate Ministries, Nashville, TN

"I have used these materials for years. They are absolutely the finest I know of for the busy preacher, pastor, teacher, church leader, or lay person." – Dr. Charles Stanley, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church and Founder of In Touch Ministries, Atlanta, GA

From Leadership Ministries Worldwide, the publishers of The Preacher's Outline & Sermon Bible comes everyWORD, a starting point for pastors, teachers, and students of the Bible who are seeking a better understanding of every Word of scripture. This series takes the unique layout of the Preacher's Outline & Sermon Bible a step further. Outlined verse-by-verse in the popular ESV translation, and including a comprehensive, easy-to-understand commentary drawn from hundreds of sources, everyWORD equips you to deepen your understanding of God’s Word and preach your best.

"This resource will not only make you a better preacher, it will make you a better disciple. I encourage every pastor to add it to their study tools." – Dr. Robby Gallaty, Senior Pastor of Long Hollow Baptist Church and Founder of Replicate Ministries, Nashville, TN

"I have used these materials for years. They are absolutely the finest I know of for the busy preacher, pastor, teacher, church leader, or lay person." – Dr. Charles Stanley, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church and Founder of In Touch Ministries, Atlanta, GA

The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible® (POSB) is a practical and comprehensive commentary set that gives the pastor or teacher everything they need to preach or teach God’s Word. Covering every book of the Bible, POSB is the perfect resource for expository or topical teaching.

With over a million copies sold in print, POSB is unlike any other commentary you will encounter. Each volume gives you detailed, verse-by-verse exposition for every Bible passage. Along with the biblical commentary, POSB includes extensive outlines with sub-points, thoughts on practical application, deeper studies on key biblical topics and themes, and full cross references.

You will quickly see the added value and ease of use that comes with having this commentary in your Olive Tree library. The Olive Tree edition separates the outlines and commentary to make POSB even easier to use. Instead of scrolling back and forth (or flipping pages), you can see the commentary and outlines side-by-side as you study or prepare your sermon. POSB is also fully functional with the Resource Guide and is configured to help you get to the information you need quickly. You can both drill down to the verse you want to study and easily find all the introductory material on each book of the Bible.

The Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible makes it easy to create life-changing sermons and lessons. Everything you need to understand any passage of the Bible is right at your fingertips. And this resource is not just for preachers and teachers; it’s perfect for any Christian who wants to know God’s Word better.

POSB features include:

• Detailed outlines for every book of the Bible
• Well researched and easy to read commentary
• Practical application for godly living
• Deeper studies to dive into key topics and themes
• Full text cross references (no need to look them up)

The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible® (POSB) is a practical and comprehensive commentary set that gives the pastor or teacher everything they need to preach or teach God’s Word. Covering every book of the Bible, POSB is the perfect resource for expository or topical teaching.

With over a million copies sold in print, POSB is unlike any other commentary you will encounter. Each volume gives you detailed, verse-by-verse exposition for every Bible passage. Along with the biblical commentary, POSB includes extensive outlines with sub-points, thoughts on practical application, deeper studies on key biblical topics and themes, and full cross references.

You will quickly see the added value and ease of use that comes with having this commentary in your Olive Tree library. The Olive Tree edition separates the outlines and commentary to make POSB even easier to use. Instead of scrolling back and forth (or flipping pages), you can see the commentary and outlines side-by-side as you study or prepare your sermon. POSB is also fully functional with the Resource Guide and is configured to help you get to the information you need quickly. You can both drill down to the verse you want to study and easily find all the introductory material on each book of the Bible.

The Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible makes it easy to create life-changing sermons and lessons. Everything you need to understand any passage of the Bible is right at your fingertips. And this resource is not just for preachers and teachers; it’s perfect for any Christian who wants to know God’s Word better.

POSB features include:

• Detailed outlines for every book of the Bible
• Well researched and easy to read commentary
• Practical application for godly living
• Deeper studies to dive into key topics and themes
• Full text cross references (no need to look them up)

The Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture does what very few of today's students of the Bible could do for themselves. With the aid of computer technology, the vast array of writings from the church fathers—including much that is available only in the ancient languages—have been combed for their comment on Scripture. From these results, scholars with a deep knowledge of the fathers and a heart for the church have hand-selected material for each volume, shaping, annotating and introducing it to today's readers. Each portion of commentary has been chosen for its salient insight, its rhetorical power and its faithful representation of the consensual exegesis of the early church.

The Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture is an ecumenical project, promoting a vital link of communication between the varied Christian traditions of today and their common ancient ancestors in the faith. On this shared ground, we listen as leading pastoral theologians of seven centuries gather around the text of Scripture and offer their best theological, spiritual and pastoral insights.

Today the historical-critical method of interpretation has nearly exhausted its claim on the biblical text and on the church. In its wake there is a widespread yearning among Christian individuals and communities for the wholesome, the deep and the enduring. The Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture does not seek to replace those excellent commentaries that have been produced in the twentieth century. Rather, it supplements them, framing them with interpretive voices that have long sustained the church and only recently have fallen silent. It invites us to listen with appreciative ears and sympathetic minds as our ancient ancestors in the faith describe and interpret the scriptural vistas as they see them.

The Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture is a postcritical revival of the early commentary tradition known as the glossa ordinaria, a text artfully elaborated with ancient and authoritative reflections and insights. An uncommon companion for theological interpretation, spiritual reading, and wholesome teaching and preaching.

About the Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy volume:

From its inception the church has always had a Bible--the Jewish Scriptures. But Christians have not read these Scriptures in the same way the Jews did. They have read them in the light of what God did in Jesus the Christ. Thus the Jewish Scriptures became for Christian readers the Old Testament.

This Ancient Christian Commentary on Exodus through Deuteronomy bears ample witness to this new way of reading these ancient texts. Among the earliest interpreters whose works remain extant is Origen, who virtually single-handedly assured the Old Testament a permanent place within the Christian church through his extensive commentary and reflection. His twenty-seventh homily on Numbers is particularly noteworthy for his interpretation of the forty-two stopping places in the desert wanderings as the forty-two stages of growth in the spiritual life.

Among Greek-speaking interpreters, the current volume draws widely on John Chrysostom, Clement of Alexandria, Basil the Great, Gregory of Nazianzus, Gregory of Nyssa, Cyril of Alexandria, Theodoret of Cyr and John of Damascus. Among Latin-speaking interpreters, quotations from Augustine, Ambrose, Jerome, Peterius, Caesarius of Arles, Cassiodorus and Isidore are found in abundance. Ephrem and Aphrahat are represented among Syriac speakers. Numerous other interpreters are present from each grouping.Varied in texture and nuance, the interpreters included in this volume edited by Joseph T. Lienhard display a treasure house of ancient wisdom that speaks with eloquence and intellectual acumen to the church today.

When the Lord promised the land of Canaan to Abram and his descendants (Gen 15:7), every part of it was already occupied by other peoples. The long journey to possession of the Promised Land was prepared by God, yet it led through a path of adversity. We, the readers of the Old Testament, are left to wonder why.

In this engaging commentary on Exodus, J. Alec Motyer explores the character of God through his covenant promises and persistent faithfulness to the people of Israel. Through the story of Israel we are exposed to an unquenchable fire: God the Savior, the Companion and the Indweller, who will not fail those who so often fail him.

About the Bible Speaks Today (BST) Series:

Edited by J.A. Motyer and the late John R. W. Stott, the Bible Speaks Today commentaries are characterized by what Stott called a "threefold ideal . . . to expound the biblical text with accuracy, to relate it to contemporary life and to be readable." As such, each contributor in this series is both a noted scholar and a working pastor.

The BST series, now complete, covers all sixty-six books of the bible (Old and New Testaments) in fifty-five volumes. If you preach or teach from Scripture, the Bible Speaks Today series will help you apply the timeless biblical message to the everyday experiences of your listeners. And if you study the Bible on your own, these volumes will be a helpful resource focusing on the significance of God's Word for your own life and work.

Part of a seven-volume set bringing Ryle’s Expository Thoughts on the Gospels to a new readership. Mary Davis’ lightly modernized text will enable Ryle’s voice and tone to remain authentic while making it accessible to a new generation.

"I frequently refer to Ryle’s commentary on the Gospels. I am delighted to see this updated version which will introduce another generation to his material." - Alistair Begg, Founder of Truth for Life

"Ryle’s work never fails to both comfort and challenge, just as the Word of God itself is known to do. He only elevates the beauty of the Scriptural text he divides." - Phylicia Masonheimer, Founder of Every Woman a Theologian

"Generations of believers have been nourished by J.C. Ryle’s practical and spiritual expositions of the Gospels. I hope this modernised edition will reach a wide new audience." - Christopher Ash, Writer in Residence, Tyndale House

“Ryle’s Expository Thoughts are vibrant, nourishing, direct, down-to-earth, full of Christ and full of the gospel. They sparkle with spiritual insight and pastoral challenge, and will supercharge your Bible reading!” - Andrew Atherstone, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford

"J.C. Ryle had a wonderful ability to let the four Gospels speak to us today with fresh power and eloquence. This beautiful new edition of his Expository Thoughts are sure to be a wonderful companion to anyone reading through the Gospels as well as preachers looking for help applying the life of Jesus to their congregations.” - Tim Chester, Crosslands Training

J. C. Ryle (1816–1900) was a prominent writer, preacher, and Anglican clergyman in nineteenth-century England. He is the author of the classic Expository Thoughts on the Gospels and retired as the bishop of Liverpool.

Part of a seven-volume set bringing Ryle’s Expository Thoughts on the Gospels to a new readership. Mary Davis’ lightly modernized text will enable Ryle’s voice and tone to remain authentic while making it accessible to a new generation.

"I frequently refer to Ryle’s commentary on the Gospels. I am delighted to see this updated version which will introduce another generation to his material." - Alistair Begg, Founder of Truth for Life

"Ryle’s work never fails to both comfort and challenge, just as the Word of God itself is known to do. He only elevates the beauty of the Scriptural text he divides." - Phylicia Masonheimer, Founder of Every Woman a Theologian

"Generations of believers have been nourished by J.C. Ryle’s practical and spiritual expositions of the Gospels. I hope this modernised edition will reach a wide new audience." - Christopher Ash, Writer in Residence, Tyndale House

“Ryle’s Expository Thoughts are vibrant, nourishing, direct, down-to-earth, full of Christ and full of the gospel. They sparkle with spiritual insight and pastoral challenge, and will supercharge your Bible reading!” - Andrew Atherstone, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford

"J.C. Ryle had a wonderful ability to let the four Gospels speak to us today with fresh power and eloquence. This beautiful new edition of his Expository Thoughts are sure to be a wonderful companion to anyone reading through the Gospels as well as preachers looking for help applying the life of Jesus to their congregations.” - Tim Chester, Crosslands Training

J. C. Ryle (1816–1900) was a prominent writer, preacher, and Anglican clergyman in nineteenth-century England. He is the author of the classic Expository Thoughts on the Gospels and retired as the bishop of Liverpool.

Part of a seven-volume set bringing Ryle’s Expository Thoughts on the Gospels to a new readership. Mary Davis’ lightly modernized text will enable Ryle’s voice and tone to remain authentic while making it accessible to a new generation.

"I frequently refer to Ryle’s commentary on the Gospels. I am delighted to see this updated version which will introduce another generation to his material." - Alistair Begg, Founder of Truth for Life

"Ryle’s work never fails to both comfort and challenge, just as the Word of God itself is known to do. He only elevates the beauty of the Scriptural text he divides." - Phylicia Masonheimer, Founder of Every Woman a Theologian

"Generations of believers have been nourished by J.C. Ryle’s practical and spiritual expositions of the Gospels. I hope this modernised edition will reach a wide new audience." - Christopher Ash, Writer in Residence, Tyndale House

“Ryle’s Expository Thoughts are vibrant, nourishing, direct, down-to-earth, full of Christ and full of the gospel. They sparkle with spiritual insight and pastoral challenge, and will supercharge your Bible reading!” - Andrew Atherstone, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford

"J.C. Ryle had a wonderful ability to let the four Gospels speak to us today with fresh power and eloquence. This beautiful new edition of his Expository Thoughts are sure to be a wonderful companion to anyone reading through the Gospels as well as preachers looking for help applying the life of Jesus to their congregations.” - Tim Chester, Crosslands Training

J. C. Ryle (1816–1900) was a prominent writer, preacher, and Anglican clergyman in nineteenth-century England. He is the author of the classic Expository Thoughts on the Gospels and retired as the bishop of Liverpool.

Part of a seven-volume set bringing Ryle’s Expository Thoughts on the Gospels to a new readership. Mary Davis’ lightly modernized text will enable Ryle’s voice and tone to remain authentic while making it accessible to a new generation.

"I frequently refer to Ryle’s commentary on the Gospels. I am delighted to see this updated version which will introduce another generation to his material." - Alistair Begg, Founder of Truth for Life

"Ryle’s work never fails to both comfort and challenge, just as the Word of God itself is known to do. He only elevates the beauty of the Scriptural text he divides." - Phylicia Masonheimer, Founder of Every Woman a Theologian

"Generations of believers have been nourished by J.C. Ryle’s practical and spiritual expositions of the Gospels. I hope this modernised edition will reach a wide new audience." - Christopher Ash, Writer in Residence, Tyndale House

“Ryle’s Expository Thoughts are vibrant, nourishing, direct, down-to-earth, full of Christ and full of the gospel. They sparkle with spiritual insight and pastoral challenge, and will supercharge your Bible reading!” - Andrew Atherstone, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford

"J.C. Ryle had a wonderful ability to let the four Gospels speak to us today with fresh power and eloquence. This beautiful new edition of his Expository Thoughts are sure to be a wonderful companion to anyone reading through the Gospels as well as preachers looking for help applying the life of Jesus to their congregations.” - Tim Chester, Crosslands Training

J. C. Ryle (1816–1900) was a prominent writer, preacher, and Anglican clergyman in nineteenth-century England. He is the author of the classic Expository Thoughts on the Gospels and retired as the bishop of Liverpool.

Part of a seven-volume set bringing Ryle’s Expository Thoughts on the Gospels to a new readership. Mary Davis’ lightly modernized text will enable Ryle’s voice and tone to remain authentic while making it accessible to a new generation.

"I frequently refer to Ryle’s commentary on the Gospels. I am delighted to see this updated version which will introduce another generation to his material." - Alistair Begg, Founder of Truth for Life

"Ryle’s work never fails to both comfort and challenge, just as the Word of God itself is known to do. He only elevates the beauty of the Scriptural text he divides." - Phylicia Masonheimer, Founder of Every Woman a Theologian

"Generations of believers have been nourished by J.C. Ryle’s practical and spiritual expositions of the Gospels. I hope this modernised edition will reach a wide new audience." - Christopher Ash, Writer in Residence, Tyndale House

“Ryle’s Expository Thoughts are vibrant, nourishing, direct, down-to-earth, full of Christ and full of the gospel. They sparkle with spiritual insight and pastoral challenge, and will supercharge your Bible reading!” - Andrew Atherstone, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford

"J.C. Ryle had a wonderful ability to let the four Gospels speak to us today with fresh power and eloquence. This beautiful new edition of his Expository Thoughts are sure to be a wonderful companion to anyone reading through the Gospels as well as preachers looking for help applying the life of Jesus to their congregations.” - Tim Chester, Crosslands Training

J. C. Ryle (1816–1900) was a prominent writer, preacher, and Anglican clergyman in nineteenth-century England. He is the author of the classic Expository Thoughts on the Gospels and retired as the bishop of Liverpool.

Part of a seven-volume set bringing Ryle’s Expository Thoughts on the Gospels to a new readership. Mary Davis’ lightly modernized text will enable Ryle’s voice and tone to remain authentic while making it accessible to a new generation.

"I frequently refer to Ryle’s commentary on the Gospels. I am delighted to see this updated version which will introduce another generation to his material." - Alistair Begg, Founder of Truth for Life

"Ryle’s work never fails to both comfort and challenge, just as the Word of God itself is known to do. He only elevates the beauty of the Scriptural text he divides." - Phylicia Masonheimer, Founder of Every Woman a Theologian

"Generations of believers have been nourished by J.C. Ryle’s practical and spiritual expositions of the Gospels. I hope this modernised edition will reach a wide new audience." - Christopher Ash, Writer in Residence, Tyndale House

“Ryle’s Expository Thoughts are vibrant, nourishing, direct, down-to-earth, full of Christ and full of the gospel. They sparkle with spiritual insight and pastoral challenge, and will supercharge your Bible reading!” - Andrew Atherstone, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford

"J.C. Ryle had a wonderful ability to let the four Gospels speak to us today with fresh power and eloquence. This beautiful new edition of his Expository Thoughts are sure to be a wonderful companion to anyone reading through the Gospels as well as preachers looking for help applying the life of Jesus to their congregations.” - Tim Chester, Crosslands Training

J. C. Ryle (1816–1900) was a prominent writer, preacher, and Anglican clergyman in nineteenth-century England. He is the author of the classic Expository Thoughts on the Gospels and retired as the bishop of Liverpool.

Part of a seven-volume set bringing Ryle’s Expository Thoughts on the Gospels to a new readership. Mary Davis’ lightly modernized text will enable Ryle’s voice and tone to remain authentic while making it accessible to a new generation.

"I frequently refer to Ryle’s commentary on the Gospels. I am delighted to see this updated version which will introduce another generation to his material." - Alistair Begg, Founder of Truth for Life

"Ryle’s work never fails to both comfort and challenge, just as the Word of God itself is known to do. He only elevates the beauty of the Scriptural text he divides." - Phylicia Masonheimer, Founder of Every Woman a Theologian

"Generations of believers have been nourished by J.C. Ryle’s practical and spiritual expositions of the Gospels. I hope this modernised edition will reach a wide new audience." - Christopher Ash, Writer in Residence, Tyndale House

“Ryle’s Expository Thoughts are vibrant, nourishing, direct, down-to-earth, full of Christ and full of the gospel. They sparkle with spiritual insight and pastoral challenge, and will supercharge your Bible reading!” - Andrew Atherstone, Wycliffe Hall, Oxford

"J.C. Ryle had a wonderful ability to let the four Gospels speak to us today with fresh power and eloquence. This beautiful new edition of his Expository Thoughts are sure to be a wonderful companion to anyone reading through the Gospels as well as preachers looking for help applying the life of Jesus to their congregations.” - Tim Chester, Crosslands Training

J. C. Ryle (1816–1900) was a prominent writer, preacher, and Anglican clergyman in nineteenth-century England. He is the author of the classic Expository Thoughts on the Gospels and retired as the bishop of Liverpool.

The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible® (POSB) is a practical and comprehensive commentary set that gives the pastor or teacher everything they need to preach or teach God’s Word. Covering every book of the Bible, POSB is the perfect resource for expository or topical teaching.

With over a million copies sold in print, POSB is unlike any other commentary you will encounter. Each volume gives you detailed, verse-by-verse exposition for every Bible passage. Along with the biblical commentary, POSB includes extensive outlines with sub-points, thoughts on practical application, deeper studies on key biblical topics and themes, and full cross references.

You will quickly see the added value and ease of use that comes with having this commentary in your Olive Tree library. The Olive Tree edition separates the outlines and commentary to make POSB even easier to use. Instead of scrolling back and forth (or flipping pages), you can see the commentary and outlines side-by-side as you study or prepare your sermon. POSB is also fully functional with the Resource Guide and is configured to help you get to the information you need quickly. You can both drill down to the verse you want to study and easily find all the introductory material on each book of the Bible.

The Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible makes it easy to create life-changing sermons and lessons. Everything you need to understand any passage of the Bible is right at your fingertips. And this resource is not just for preachers and teachers; it’s perfect for any Christian who wants to know God’s Word better.

POSB features include:

• Detailed outlines for every book of the Bible
• Well researched and easy to read commentary
• Practical application for godly living
• Deeper studies to dive into key topics and themes
• Full text cross references (no need to look them up)

The Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture does what very few of today's students of the Bible could do for themselves. With the aid of computer technology, the vast array of writings from the church fathers—including much that is available only in the ancient languages—have been combed for their comment on Scripture. From these results, scholars with a deep knowledge of the fathers and a heart for the church have hand-selected material for each volume, shaping, annotating and introducing it to today's readers. Each portion of commentary has been chosen for its salient insight, its rhetorical power and its faithful representation of the consensual exegesis of the early church.

The Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture is an ecumenical project, promoting a vital link of communication between the varied Christian traditions of today and their common ancient ancestors in the faith. On this shared ground, we listen as leading pastoral theologians of seven centuries gather around the text of Scripture and offer their best theological, spiritual and pastoral insights.

Today the historical-critical method of interpretation has nearly exhausted its claim on the biblical text and on the church. In its wake there is a widespread yearning among Christian individuals and communities for the wholesome, the deep and the enduring. The Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture does not seek to replace those excellent commentaries that have been produced in the twentieth century. Rather, it supplements them, framing them with interpretive voices that have long sustained the church and only recently have fallen silent. It invites us to listen with appreciative ears and sympathetic minds as our ancient ancestors in the faith describe and interpret the scriptural vistas as they see them.

The Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture is a postcritical revival of the early commentary tradition known as the glossa ordinaria, a text artfully elaborated with ancient and authoritative reflections and insights. An uncommon companion for theological interpretation, spiritual reading, and wholesome teaching and preaching.

About the Ezekiel, Daniel volume:

The books of Ezekiel and Daniel are rich in imagery taken up afresh in the New Testament. Echoes of Ezekiel--with its words of doom and promises of hope, the vision of a new temple and its scroll-eating prophet--are especially apparent in the book of Revelation. Daniel is most notable in supplying terminology and imagery for Jesus of Nazareth's favored self-description as "Son of man," a phrase also found in Ezekiel and one which John the seer employs repeatedly in describing the exalted figure of his vision on the island of Patmos. The four beasts of Daniel find their counterparts in the lion, ox, man and eagle of Ezekiel and Revelation. It is no wonder these books, despite the difficulties in interpreting them, took hold on the imagination of the early church.

Over forty church fathers are cited in the commentary on Ezekiel, some of whom are here translated into English for the first time, but pride of place goes to four significant extant works: the homilies of Origen and Gregory the Great, and the commentaries of Jerome and Theodoret of Cyr, thus bridging East and West, North and South.

A similar array of fathers are found within the commentary on Daniel. Extensive comments derive from the works of Theodoret of Cyr, Hippolytus, Jerome and Isho'dad of Merv and provide a wealth of insight. Valuable commentary attributed to Ephrem the Syrian and John Chrysostom is also found here, though the authorship of these commentaries is indeed questioned. Michael Glerup and Kenneth Stevenson edit this collection.

Ezekiel comes to us as a stranger from a distant time and land. Who is this priest who, on his thirtieth birthday, has a dazzling vision of God on a wheeled throne? Who is this odd prophet who engages in outlandish street theater and speaks for God on international affairs? Who is this seer who paints murals of apocalyptic doom and then of a restored temple bursting with emblems of paradise? Are we bound to take this literally, reading prophet and newspaper side by side? Or is there a better way?

Christopher Wright is a proven interpreter and communicator of the Old Testament, and in this commentary he masterfully opens our eyes to see and understand the message of Ezekiel. Ezekiel's vision of the glory of God--its departure and return--is first set within Israel's history and then in the culmination of God's promises in Christ. Embedded in the pattern of the strange, the bizarre and the wonderful is a word that still speaks to God's people today.

About the Bible Speaks Today (BST) Series:

Edited by J.A. Motyer and the late John R. W. Stott, the Bible Speaks Today commentaries are characterized by what Stott called a "threefold ideal . . . to expound the biblical text with accuracy, to relate it to contemporary life and to be readable." As such, each contributor in this series is both a noted scholar and a working pastor.

The BST series, now complete, covers all sixty-six books of the bible (Old and New Testaments) in fifty-five volumes. If you preach or teach from Scripture, the Bible Speaks Today series will help you apply the timeless biblical message to the everyday experiences of your listeners. And if you study the Bible on your own, these volumes will be a helpful resource focusing on the significance of God's Word for your own life and work.

Ezra is rarely if ever preached on. Haggai gets even shorter shrift: if anything, Haggai 1 is pressed into service to encourage a reluctant congregation to give to an ailing fabric fund. But the message of these books, and their emphasis on building for God and the need of obedience to his Word and openness to his Spirit, is one which needs to be heard clearly today.

This commentary by Robert Fyall highlights the contemporary parallels of the challenges Israel faced to those of today's church and demonstrates the relevance of the books of Ezra and Haggai for God's people in all times. With passage-by-passage exposition of the biblical text, this resource will be helpful for pastors, teachers and anyone who wants to dive deeper into these seldom discussed Old Testament books.

About the Bible Speaks Today (BST) Series:

Edited by J.A. Motyer and the late John R. W. Stott, the Bible Speaks Today commentaries are characterized by what Stott called a "threefold ideal . . . to expound the biblical text with accuracy, to relate it to contemporary life and to be readable." As such, each contributor in this series is both a noted scholar and a working pastor.

The BST series, now complete, covers all sixty-six books of the bible (Old and New Testaments) in fifty-five volumes. If you preach or teach from Scripture, the Bible Speaks Today series will help you apply the timeless biblical message to the everyday experiences of your listeners. And if you study the Bible on your own, these volumes will be a helpful resource focusing on the significance of God's Word for your own life and work.

The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible® (POSB) is a practical and comprehensive commentary set that gives the pastor or teacher everything they need to preach or teach God’s Word. Covering every book of the Bible, POSB is the perfect resource for expository or topical teaching.

With over a million copies sold in print, POSB is unlike any other commentary you will encounter. Each volume gives you detailed, verse-by-verse exposition for every Bible passage. Along with the biblical commentary, POSB includes extensive outlines with sub-points, thoughts on practical application, deeper studies on key biblical topics and themes, and full cross references.

You will quickly see the added value and ease of use that comes with having this commentary in your Olive Tree library. The Olive Tree edition separates the outlines and commentary to make POSB even easier to use. Instead of scrolling back and forth (or flipping pages), you can see the commentary and outlines side-by-side as you study or prepare your sermon. POSB is also fully functional with the Resource Guide and is configured to help you get to the information you need quickly. You can both drill down to the verse you want to study and easily find all the introductory material on each book of the Bible.

The Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible makes it easy to create life-changing sermons and lessons. Everything you need to understand any passage of the Bible is right at your fingertips. And this resource is not just for preachers and teachers; it’s perfect for any Christian who wants to know God’s Word better.

POSB features include:

• Detailed outlines for every book of the Bible
• Well researched and easy to read commentary
• Practical application for godly living
• Deeper studies to dive into key topics and themes
• Full text cross references (no need to look them up)

The Thessalonian epistles give us relevant glimpses of the churches earliest times. When looking at the early church many contemporary questions arise such as 'What is true Gospel?' 'How do you plant a church?' These are questions that exercise our modern church just as much as the historic Thessalonian one.

Paul's first letter was written to encourage and reassure the Christians in Thessolonica. He gives thanks for their faith and love; reminds them of his example on godly living and answers questions about the return of Christ. In his second letter we find Paul still dealing with confusion over the return of Christ, especially with those that believed that the Lord's coming had already arrived. He also shows that evil and wickedness will reach a crescendo under the leadership of a mysterious figure called 'the wicked one'. He tells them to remain steady in all that they have learnt.

These timeless letters provide up-to-date answers from a consecrated church, shepherded by godly men devoted to God and to his word.

Mayhue's skill in interpreting the text accurately but with humour and modern parallels comes through in this fascinating commentary.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

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"Verse by verse he expounds the epistles with impeccable precision. Having been thus immersed in these epistles, the reader will be challenged to live out their teachings. That is the ultimate compliment that can be paid to any commentary." - William D. Barrick, Professor of Old Testament; The Master's Seminary, Sun Valley, California

"It is loaded with Scripture cross-references. The addition of 33 'overviews' represents a wonderful listing of pertinent key Biblical subjects and their references, along with succint comments." - Joan Osborne

"... lucid exposition of the Thessalonian epistles is merely the tip of a very deep iceberg of information. The author transports us into the past, propels us into the future, and challenges us for the present. In addition Mayhue's 33 overviews should place this work on the desk of any student of scripture." - W. Gary Phillips, Senior Pastor, Signal Mountain Bible Church, Signal Mountain, Tennessee

Dr. Richard Mayhue is Dean of the The Master’s Seminary in Sun Valley, California, Senior Vice-President and Provost of The Master’s College, writer, and international speaker.

Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus, commonly called the 'Pastoral Epistles', are Paul's last letters before his martyrdom. Although written in the first century, they are very relevant for church life today. Contemporary issues such as the inspiration and authority of scripture, the characteristics of church leaders, the role of women, and the nature of holiness were high on Paul's priority list to be passed on to his 'sons in the faith', Timothy and Titus.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

Douglas J. W. Milne was born in Dundee, Scotland. After completing arts and divinity degrees at Aberdeen University he did post-graduate work in America and later in South Africa. He teaches New Testament in the Presbyterian Theological College, Melbourne where he also lectures in theology, ethics and philosophy. He also pastors an inner-city congregation in Melbourne and is married with two adult children.

The books of Chronicles have had a chequered past. Neglected for many years under the unfortunate name Paraleipomenon or 'Things Omitted', meant that they occupied a subordinate position in the scriptures until the 4th century AD when the title 'A Chronicle of the whole of Sacred History' was suggested instead. This has since been shortened to Chronicles and the rest is, literally, history.

Probably penned by Ezra, Chronicles is a selective history of the Jews encouraging them to trust that God is intimately involved in their story. Written at a time when the Jews were newly out of captivity and with their capital city in ruins, Chronicles assures them of God's faithfulness.

If they would obey and serve him then his people would still enjoy his blessing.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

First Corinthians is Paul's masterly pastoral letter to a church, which he founded five years earlier, but which in the meantime has lost its way. In Ephesus Paul was visited by various groups from Corinth bringing disturbing reports of recent developments, but also a list of questions. A little sleuthing helps us recover an idea of the problems in Corinth as well as the questions to which they wanted answers. A less imaginative person may have simply addressed the problems and replied to the questions, but not Paul. Paul discerned in the problems and the questions five underlying issues. He has arranged his letter as a series of sermons - True Wisdom (1-4), Sexual Holiness (5-7), Temple Attendance (8-10), Behaviour at Church Meetings (11-14), Resurrection Hope (15). This letter is both timely and timeless. It was, doubtless, piercingly relevant for the Corinthians as they sat transfixed listening as it was read to them. But the letter continues to challenge readers today as they apply its principles to life in an increasingly unstable and hostile world - as Corinth was.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

Endorsements

"Paul Barnett's contribution to the Focus on the Bible series is a significant one in terms of its scholarship, contemporary insights and application." - Banner of Truth Trust

"A scholar's eye for background detail, a preacher's careful attention to meaning, a pastor's application to the challenges of our contemporary context. All three combine in this clear-minded and warm-hearted exposition of 1st Corinthians, to make Paul's great letter come alive with sparkling insights and pressing relevance." - David Jackman, Past President, The Proclamation Trust, London

Paul Barnett is retired Bishop of North Sydney and Honorary Visiting Fellow in Ancient History at Macquarie University, Sydney. He is also a Teaching Fellow at Regent College, Vancouver and a visiting faculty member at Moore Theological College, Sydney.

1 Kings is a continuation of a narrative of the history of Israel which begins in 1 Samuel and continues through into 1 & 2 Kings. While we so often struggle with the events and issues of the book of 1st Kings, Ralph Davis helps us to see how it we can apply to the contemporary settings of the 21st century. As usual Ralph Davis uses pastoral application and laces it with his own sense of humor. He is noted for tackling scholarship head on.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

Endorsements

"... Dale Ralph Davis has provided yet another fine exposition of an Old Testament Book (he has previously published expositions of Joshua, Judges, 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel with the same publisher)...It is apparent that Davis is well informed in the scholarly discussion of First Kings, but his purpose is not to display his learning. Rather, based on a full awareness of the issues in the text, he seeks to expound the text properly incorporating some illustrations and application. In this way Davis provides a model for preaching from First Kings - a task which often appears quite daunting. On the one hand he does not get bogged down in details failing to get to what God is actually saying in the text and what we are to do about it. On the other hand he shows that carefully reading the text is necessary in order to grasp what God is saying rather than reading in whatever we want to find. I especially appreciate his sensitivity to structure and flow of thought as well as his careful connections across the covenants. I think pastors will find this volume very helpful in the task of preaching." - The Founders Journal

"... The joy for all who would turn to these pages is simply that they bring Old Testament history out of Israel's past and into the church's present in a most distinctive manner. They are bound to refresh, enthuse, solemnize and bless." - The Banner of Truth Magazine

"...this exposition enables the contemporary reader to breath the air of 1 Kings, re-live its challenges, and above all, to encounter the personal God who speaks and acts throughout its pages. This is a book to unsettle spiritual complacency and challenge us to a deep integrity in our relationship with the living God." - David Jackman, Past President, The Proclamation Trust, London

"... The author has a clear grasp of both the text and of contemporary scholarship, yet presents a commentary which is not only readable but witty, and share in application. The commentary chapters are each little sermons, with headings ready-made. The section on Jeroboam's golden calves is entitled "Bootleg Religion" and its three headings are: The Need for False Religion, The Subtlety of False Religion, The Stupidity of False Religion. It is almost too tempting for the preacher to follow this pattern rather than preach his own sermon! But these books should not be restricted only to preachers. They are very helpful commentaries for the general reader and for devotional use." - Reformation Today

"One of the reasons I enjoy Davis's exposition so much is that I feel confident that he has done his exegetical homework, and so is not just delivering blessed, unhistorical thoughts on the text. Yet at the same time, he applies the text so well." - Simon Gathercole, Director of Studies, Theology and Religious Studies, Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge University, Cambridge

"The well-known episodes in the life of Elijah are handled with skill and spiritual insight. I cannot recall a Bible exposition more lucidly applying the truth set forth to my heart. It is difficult within the brief compass of this review to do full justice to this excellent book. I can only advise the reader to waste no time in acquiring it." - Evangelical Times

"‘Robust' - that's the word ...a robust understanding, defence, explanation and application of First Kings as the Word of God. Here is no ‘First Kings in my own words' - the boring, fruitless fate of most commentaries on Bible History - but a delicious feast of truth, proof that the ancients were right to call the historians ‘prophets'." - Alec Motyer, (1924–2016) Well known Bible expositor and commentary writer

Dale Ralph Davis is Minister in Residence, First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, South Carolina. Prior to that he was pastor of Woodland Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg, Mississippi and Professor of Old Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi.

1st Peter was written by the Apostle Peter to encourage believers for whom the storm clouds of persecution were gathering, just because they were Christians. To encourage them he first reminds them that suffering is temporary, and that faithful living in times of suffering will produce eternal benefits. He develops this theme to show that such a lifestyle, lived out in difficult and dangerous circumstances, is an effective witness to unbelievers, and will result in church growth - the very opposite effect intended by those who persecuted them.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

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"Commentary series fulfils the aim to be readable, reliable and relevant. 1 Peter, written by the apostle Peter to encourage believers during times of suffering and persecution, is systematically discussed in such a way as to meet the need for serious engagement with the text and issues. It contains modern quotations and illustrations which bring the teaching to life, and combines substance with simplicity. A very helpful tool for personal Bible study." - WS, CLC Book Reviews

"Combining substance with simplicity, the Focus on the Bible series is rich in stimulation" - Charles Price, Senior Pastor, The Peoples Church, Toronto, Canada

"....an indispensable research source for pastors, teachers, and bible students." - Richard Mayhue, Research Professor of Theology Emeritus, The Master’s Seminary, Sun Valley, California

"....ambitious, competent and well presented series...." - Derek Prime, (1931–2020) Author and former pastor of Charlotte Chapel, Edinburgh

In 1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart, Dale Ralph Davis brings cultural and historical colour to the task of interpretation and adds a pastor's heart for personal application. You will find a point of contact with the lives of Samuel, Saul, Jonathan and David as Davis answers the question 'What does God seek when he looks on the heart?' Davis presents simple exposition of the literary and theological character of the text in a bright and fascinating way.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

Endorsements

"A great feast of biblical truth made so digestible, garnished with so many apt illustrations." - Alec Motyer, (1924–2016) Well known Bible expositor and commentary writer

"This is the best expository commentary I have read in many years. It is comprehensive, up to date and easily read." - Eric Alexander, Conference speaker and formerly minister St George's Tron, Glasgow for 20 years

… readable and theologically reliable. This commentary is of value both as a book to be read and enjoyed and as a study book for preachers. It is excellent." - Evangelical Times

"...presents historical and theological material in a way that can only excite the expositor." - Warren W. Wiersbe, (1929 – 2019) Author and Conference Speaker

"One of the reasons I enjoy Davis’s exposition so much is that I feel confident that he has done his exegetical homework, and so is not just delivering blessed, unhistorical thoughts on the text. Yet at the same time, he applies the text so well." - Simon Gathercole, Director of Studies, Theology and Religious Studies, Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge University, Cambridge

Dale Ralph Davis is Minister in Residence, First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, South Carolina. Prior to that he was pastor of Woodland Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg, Mississippi and Professor of Old Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi.

Michael Eaton believes that John's Epistles were written to counteract false teachers who were influencing Christians in the church. An exposition of these epistles could not be more timely as often people who come to Christ today have little or no church background - they can be easily influenced by false teaching.

John showed in his letters that the most secure way to avoid being deceived was the importance of having a present experience of knowing the Father and the Son. Michael Eaton brings out this balanced approach to help give us healthy and fruitful church members.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

The book of Chronicles has had a chequered past. Neglected for many years under the fortunate name of Paraleipomen or 'Things omitted', meant that they occupied a subordinate position in the Scriptures until the 4th century AD when the title 'A Chronicle of the whole Sacred History' was suggested instead. This has since been shortened to Chronicles and the rest is, literally history.

Probably penned by Ezra, Chronicles is a selective history of the Jews encouraging them to trust that God is intimately involved in their story. Written at a time when the Jews were newly out of captivity and with their capital city in ruins, Chronicles assures them of God's faithfulness.

If they would obey and serve him then his people would still enjoy his blessing. the Jews were newly out of captivity and with their capital city in ruins, Chronicles assures them of God's faithfulness.

Focus on the Bible commentaries are popular level commentaries especially useful for pastors and small group leaders. They are also useful for personal devotions and spiritual growth. The series holds to the inerrancy of scripture and the uniqueness of Christ in salvation.

Cyril J. Barber has authored more than 30 books including 8 on Old Testament books of the Bible. He taught for over 25 years at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Talbot Theological Seminary and Trinity International University.