To enclaves of young converts tucked away in the mountains of Asia Minor, Paul wrote what is perhaps the oldest document in the New Testament--the letter to the Galatians. What problems were they facing? Among a variety of religious authorities espousing different teachings, how were they to know who was right? How were men and women to be put right with God? How could Christians in the midst of a pagan culture live lives truly pleasing to God? 'Only one way--' ansered Paul, 'through Jesus Christ.' His answer holds true for us as well. The details of our struggle have changed since Paul's day, but the principles he sets forth are as timeless as the Lord he exalts. In this book John Stott helpf us to understand and apply the message of Galatians in the face of contemporary challenges to our faith.
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John R. W. Stott is known worldwide as a preacher, evangelist and communicator of Scripture. For many years he served as rector of All Souls Church in London, where he carried out an effective urban pastoral ministry. A leader among evangelicals in Britain, the United States and around the world, Stott was a principal framer of the landmark Lausanne Covenant (1974). His many books, including Why I Am a Christian and The Cross of Christ, have sold millions of copies around the world and in dozens of languages. Whether in the West or in the Two-Thirds World, a hallmark of Stott's ministry has been expository preaching that addresses the hearts and minds of contemporary men and women. Stott was honored by Time magazine in 2005 as one of the "100 Most Influential People in the World."
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I think that this commentary is very much like other Stott commentaries that I have used (Ephesians & Romans). He gives great phrases for teaching and preaching. For example in chapter 1:1 he goes into detail about what an apostle was from a Jewish perspective. Then he gives a mini excursus on NT apostleship...and teaches that there can be no more apostles in any sense. He does not offer convincing evidence for his position. The problem with all of this is that none of it comes from the Galatians text he is discussing. There isn't anything in Galatians 1:1 that would tell us in any way that apostles are not for today. That sort of conclusion is not exegetical and is debated hotly in various circles. So you must watch out for Stott to give one side of a debated issue without clueing you in on the other views. So why do I rate this a four star? Why do so many people like Stott's stuff?
I think that it's really good to use Stott's material for innovative and catchy phrases that summarize the terminology well. He often has an innovative outline of whatever he is teaching on. Galatians is no exception to that rule. Another thing that is great about this commentary is that it follows his matching bible study guides. So a Bible Study Leader can use Stott to start discussions, and if he has read this book, he has more meat to add to the discussions. To round out Stott, I heartily recommend the following additions.
Since FF Bruce has a commentary on Galatians, I recommend his. Also Fung's NICNT on Galatians is very careful to thoroughly explore the most reasonable options and show why one is superior over the others. Both of them are really good.
One more point...Stott sometimes interacts with popular pressures from different camps. For example in Galatians 1:1-2 he interacts with the radical camp and then turns to interact with the catholic theologians. For the radicals he says that Paul's apostolic authority is divine and higher than the contemporary authority they claim is equal to Paul. For the catholics, he says that apostolic succession is not a biblical concept. In these interactions he is very convincing. He provides answers for people who may be hearing things from these two popular groups that are contrary to Paul's teaching in Galatians.
So for his interactions, fresh phraseology and innovative outlines, I recommend Stott heartily. Just check his exegesis...he should not be the solo commentary for a study on Galatians. If you can only get one, I recommend Fung's or Bruce's. Having said that, I will keep using Stott whenever I study Galatians. He is excellent overall. I'm grateful to have this commentary in my office.
I think that it's really good to use Stott's material for innovative and catchy phrases that summarize the terminology well. He often has an innovative outline of whatever he is teaching on. Galatians is no exception to that rule. Another thing that is great about this commentary is that it follows his matching bible study guides. So a Bible Study Leader can use Stott to start discussions, and if he has read this book, he has more meat to add to the discussions. To round out Stott, I heartily recommend the following additions.
Since FF Bruce has a commentary on Galatians, I recommend his. Also Fung's NICNT on Galatians is very careful to thoroughly explore the most reasonable options and show why one is superior over the others. Both of them are really good.
One more point...Stott sometimes interacts with popular pressures from different camps. For example in Galatians 1:1-2 he interacts with the radical camp and then turns to interact with the catholic theologians. For the radicals he says that Paul's apostolic authority is divine and higher than the contemporary authority they claim is equal to Paul. For the catholics, he says that apostolic succession is not a biblical concept. In these interactions he is very convincing. He provides answers for people who may be hearing things from these two popular groups that are contrary to Paul's teaching in Galatians.
So for his interactions, fresh phraseology and innovative outlines, I recommend Stott heartily. Just check his exegesis...he should not be the solo commentary for a study on Galatians. If you can only get one, I recommend Fung's or Bruce's. Having said that, I will keep using Stott whenever I study Galatians. He is excellent overall. I'm grateful to have this commentary in my office.
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Great commentary on Galatians. I've enjoyed Stott's commentary in the past on Romans. This one is a pretty practical read and not real technical.
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This is a good resource for either personal study or preparation for a group study. Stott is a quality expositor.
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Unfortunately I am not very good at reading the Bible on my own. On the other hand, I find many devotionals too superficial and don't like the fact that they skip around. Read more
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A readable, enjoyable, insightful commentary on Galatians for regular Bible students. Our small group used it along with the Lifechange (Navpress) study guide on Galatians with... Read more
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IN the course of the thirty years or so which elapsed between his conversion outside Damascus and his imprisonment in Rome, the apostle Paul travelled widely through the Empire as an ambassador of Jesus Christ. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
unmerited favour, false teachers, gospel contrary, present evil age, false brethren Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Jesus Christ, New Testament, Christ Jesus, Old Testament, Holy Spirit, New English Bible, God the Father, Bishop Lightfoot, God's Word, Israel of God, Mount Sinai, Gentile Christians, God's Son, Jesus Himself, Martin Luther, Authorized Version, Christ Himself, Alan Cole, Bishop Stephen Neill, Galatian Epistle, Lord Beaverbrook, Saul of Tarsus New!
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IN the course of the thirty years or so which elapsed between his conversion outside Damascus and his imprisonment in Rome, the apostle Paul travelled widely through the Empire as an ambassador of Jesus Christ. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
unmerited favour, false teachers, gospel contrary, present evil age, false brethren Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Jesus Christ, New Testament, Christ Jesus, Old Testament, Holy Spirit, New English Bible, God the Father, Bishop Lightfoot, God's Word, Israel of God, Mount Sinai, Gentile Christians, God's Son, Jesus Himself, Martin Luther, Authorized Version, Christ Himself, Alan Cole, Bishop Stephen Neill, Galatian Epistle, Lord Beaverbrook, Saul of Tarsus New!
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- Epistle of Paul to the Galatians: An Introduction and Commentary (Tyndale New Testament Commentaries) by Alan Cole in Front Matter
- Commentary On The Epistle To The Galatians by Martin Luther in Front Matter
- Abridged Greek-English Lexicon by H. G. Liddell in Front Matter
- The Message of Daniel (Bible Speaks Today) by Ronald S. Wallace in Front Matter
- The Message of Ephesians (Bible Speaks Today) by John Stott in Front Matter
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- Galatians: Why God Accepts Us (Lifeguide Bible Studies) by Jack Kuhatschek on 5 pages
- Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is): Sexual Purity in a Lust-Saturated World by Joshua Harris in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Not Even a Hint: Guarding Your Heart Against Lust by Joshua Harris in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- A Bible Handbook to the Acts of the Apostles by Mal Couch in Back Matter
- Living the Story: Biblical Spirituality for Everyday Christians by R. Paul Stevens on page 152
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