Colossians and Philemon: New Testament Commentary (Macarthur New Testament Commentary Serie) (Hardcover)

~ John MacArthur Jr. (Author)

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Product Description

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, The MacArthur Bible Studies are invaluable tools for Bible students of all ages. The theme of Paul's letter to the Colossians is the complete adequacy of Christ in contrast to the emptiness of mere human philosophy---a timely message in the face of the do-it-yourself, anything-goes New Age movement. MacArthur expounds on Paul's themes as he moves passage-by-passage through the text of Colossians and Philemon. His careful exegesis and life-changing applications---expressed in a clear style and easily understandable language---will appeal to both pastors and laypeople.

About the Author

JOHN F. MACARTHUR pastors Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, and serves as president of the Master's College and Seminary. A well-known Bible expositor and conference speaker, he has written more than six dozen books, including the MacArthur New Testament Commentary series and the MacArthur Study Bible. He is the Bible teacher on Grace to You, an international radio broadcast.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 250 pages
• Publisher: Moody Publishers (November 10, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802407617
• ISBN-13: 978-0802407610
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #143,404 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Bible-Based Expository Commentary, February 8, 2009

By	W. Matthews (Strongstown, PA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

MacArthur provides thorough Scriptural commentary throughout this book.

He starts by providing a thorough background about the book of Colossians and Philemon. This includes information about the author, the city of Colossae, the church at Colossae, and the situations that were occurring there at the time. MacArthur also provides the same for Philemon.

MacArthur's commentaries are mainly expository. Meaning, he takes scripture and explains it with other scripture. He does digress into other scripture or theological topics at times, but I believe he does this so anyone reading this commentary would be able to understand the other scriptural passages that he references.

I would highly recommend The MacArthur New Testament Commentary Series to anyone looking for an in-depth Biblical explanation of Scripture.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars In Depth, March 13, 2007

By	Judson D. Schmucker (Crown Point, IN) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

John Macarthur is always on top of scripture...this study is very good and very detailed - He covers every nook and cranny and is very reliable.

I highly suggest busying this study if you want to do a study on Colossians!

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book for SS class or small study group., May 21, 2008

By	Bruce D. Skaug "Contra Mundum" (Nampa, Idaho) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Colossians & Philemon (MacArthur Bible Studies) (Paperback)

Highly recommended for a small Bible study group or a SS class. We are using the book for a SS class of 30 people and the questions presented for the reader hit home on each lesson.