First Corinthians MacArthur New Testament Commentary (Macarthur New Testament Commentary Serie) [Hardcover]

John F. MacArthur Jr. (Author)

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Series: Macarthur New Testament Commentary Serie | Publication Date: November 8, 1984

These study guides, part of a set from noted Bible scholar, John MacArthur, take readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. With probing questions that guide the reader toward application, as well as ample space for journaling, The MacArthur New Testamant Commentary Series are invaluable tools for Bible students of all ages. This work on First Corinthians is part of a New Testament commentary series which has as its objective explaining and applying Scripture, focusing on the major doctrines and how they relate to the whole of the Bible.

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1 CorinthiansThe church at Corinth was a church with problems, not unlike the problems many churches face today. These issues included worldliness, spiritual disunity, sexual sin, and questions about marriage and divorce, the role of women, and spiritual gifts. Pastors and laypeople alike will benefit greatly as they explore the real-life richness of this epistle. 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.

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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

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 512 pages
• Publisher: Moody Publishers; New Edition edition (November 8, 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802407544
• ISBN-13: 978-0802407542
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.3 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #79,997 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Widely known for his thorough, candid approach to teaching God's Word, John MacArthur is a popular author and conference speaker and has served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California since 1969. John and his wife, Patricia, have four grown children and fourteen grandchildren.
John's pulpit ministry has been extended around the globe through his media ministry, Grace to You, and its satellite offices in seven countries. In addition to producing daily radio programs for nearly 2,000 English and Spanish radio outlets worldwide, Grace to You distributes books, software, audiotapes, and CDs by John MacArthur.
John is president of The Master's College and Seminary and has written hundreds of books and study guides, each one biblical and practical. Best-selling titles include The Gospel According to Jesus, Truth War, The Murder of Jesus, Twelve Ordinary Men, Twelve Extraordinary Women, and The MacArthur Study Bible, a 1998 ECPA Gold Medallion recipient.

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17 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Get this, even if you don't plan to buy the entire set, April 27, 2002

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Andrew Edwin Jenkins (Birmingham, AL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: First Corinthians MacArthur New Testament Commentary (Macarthur New Testament Commentary Serie) (Hardcover)

Yes! A very insighful work that does not shy away from the tough issue presented in 1 Corinthians (people following men instead of God, sleeping around in the church, slander and gossip and jealousies, coveting...).

The only part of this work I had any trouble with was the cessionaist approach MacArthur takes towards the gifts of the Spirit (12-14). Then, again, it is good to read the thoughts of sound thinking evangelicals-- even when they disagree with you on peripheral issues.

Perhaps the best aspect of this work is that... anytime MacArthur writes, you know he has thought and prayed through his position. And, he will not write something unless he can defend it from the Scriptures. This is helpful when you are unsure about some issue (divorce and remarriage, for instance, and presented in 1 Corinthians 7 f.), and it is honest even when you disagree.

I've read a few in the series of commentaries he offers. I would not buy the entire set (of any set of commentaries, really, because some are outstanding and others fall a bit short). This is one I would definitely grab hold of, if you can fork out the [money] for it.

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Commentary with Integrity: Evades Nothing, Explains Text, April 26, 2001

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Edward J. Vasicek "Author, pastor, columnist" (Kokomo, IN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: First Corinthians MacArthur New Testament Commentary (Macarthur New Testament Commentary Serie) (Hardcover)

As a pastor of 22 years, I highly recommend this commentary. MacArthur is noted to take interpretation seriously, but does not stop there: he also adds illustration and application.

Many commentaries sidestep difficult passages, intimidating one from asking the hard questions as though one were foolish to do so; MacArthur does nothing of the kind, but tackles the Scriptures head on, asks the difficult questions, and presents what he considers the best solution. In essence, his "no nonsense, ingorance is not bliss" personality is reflected in his writings. He is neither mindless nor beyond comprehension.

The work is thorough, and probably my favorite all-around commentary on I Corinthians. It is both practical and scholarly, yet readable and understandable by the serious layman. It is written by a pastor who is also a thinker governed by good hermeneutics. His perspective is conservative, evangelical, dispensational, and non-charismatic. You may not agree with every one of his interpretations, but you will respect the logical approach that went behind them. Top notch.

11 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Commentary on First Corinthians!, August 30, 1999

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This review is from: First Corinthians MacArthur New Testament Commentary (Macarthur New Testament Commentary Serie) (Hardcover)

I have been a student of the scriptures for many years and I have read many, many commentaries. But I have to say that MacArthur's work stands out from among the rest. In a scholarly, yet easily understandable style, MacArthur brilliantly exegites one of Paul's greatest letters. But MacArthur's true gift is that he is able to explain how Paul's writings to the ancient Corinthians apply to us today. Nothing short of amazing! Highly recommended! Get the book!