2 Corinthians (MacArthur New Testament Commentary Series) (Hardcover)

by John MacArthur Jr. (Author)

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Product Description
The Corinthian church required Paulís repeated care. In Second Corinthians, he continues his attempt to correct errors of unchristian practice, worship, and doctrine. Concerned with false apostles who were leading the church astray, Paul defends his own authority as Godís apostle and seeks reconciliation within the church. 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. Highlights: MacArthur New Testament Commentary Series has sold more than 750,000 copies. Takes a verse-by-verse examination of 2nd Corinthians, providing context, history, and extensive background information. His national radio program ìGrace to Youî airs more than 1500 times daily throughout the English speaking-world and 450 times daily in Spanish. He is also the featured teacher for radio programs ìPortraits of Graceî and ìGrace to You Weekend.î

About the Author
John MacArthur, Jr. pastors Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, and Serves as President of the Masterís College and Seminary.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 512 pages
• Publisher: Moody Publishers (November 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802408656
• ISBN-13: 978-0802408655
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.9 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #208,020 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best available, February 25, 2004

By	Harold McFarland (Florida) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

A detailed expository style commentary, the "MacArthur New Testament Commentary: 2 Corinthians" is one of the best modern commentaries available. Some of the features that put it into this category include an excellent overview of the prevailing cultural and political situation as well as historical factors affecting the text, as well as a detailed examination of how the text applies to the reader today. I particularly liked the fact that John MacArthur does an excellent job of providing material that is instructive and interesting for the serious Bible student while still written in a way that the average person can still understand. This is a very difficult tightrope to walk effectively and MacArthur does it brilliantly. The main portion of the commentary examines the book of Second Corinthians pretty much verse by verse. When appropriate he may take a more overall viewpoint as he delves into a theological truth that applies and at other times he may delve even deeper into an examination of a single pivotal word. This ability to get to the detail without losing the overall picture makes it a remarkable book.

Second Corinthians is one of the more interesting books and yet one of the least studied ones in the New Testament. It stands strong as a testament to our current world situation. Corinth was an area of great political power, a growing economy, and great commercial power. It stood strong as a beacon to others to come there and try to get their share of the bountiful riches of Corinth. However, with all of this came loose morals, false teachers, and others that would undermine the society. Does all of this sound familiar? It should. A study of the problems of Corinth and Paul's response to them is a study of America today. The "MacArthur New Testament Commentary: 2 Corinthians" is a study of dealing with a problematic church and is a highly recommended read.

8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars John MacArthur does it again!, December 13, 2003

By	C. Catherwood "writer" (Cambridge UK and Richmond VA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

John MacArthur is deservedly one of the most important preachers in the USA today, and Corinthians is one of the most relevant Pauline Epistles to life in a normal everyday church. This amazing combination - great author, great Biblical book, comes together in this commentary. If you want to know how your church ought to be biblically - ie not according to whatever the latest fad might be - then this is exactly the kind of book that your pastor and all the pastoral team ought to be reading. Christmas is coming - make sure that your pastor gets a copy from you soon! Christopher Catherwood, author of CHRISTIANS MUSLIMS AND ISLAMIC RAGE (Zondervan, 2003)

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great MacArthur book!, October 17, 2008

By	Mrs. Pam S. Robbins (Baldwyn, MS United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

We have bought almost all the MacArthur commentaries and they are wonderful. My husband uses them in preparing sermons, and I use them for my Sunday School class. They're always very thorough and insightful in discussing the Scriptures. I would highly recommend his commentaries on any book of the Bible.