'By understanding the different types of biblical commentaries available, you can quickly begin the process of choosing the correct one for you.' - Lindsay Lewis Bowen
I’m a pastor’s kid, which means I clocked a truly impressive number of hours hanging out at the church when I was growing up. One of my favorite perks about being a PK was that there was a secret space at church that was off-limits to others but not to me: my dad’s office. Row after row of books hugged the office walls, floor to ceiling. Thousands of pages, covered in leather or shiny jackets, printed with complex names and foreign languages, towered over my small frame.
It is as part of this body that we come to know God and grow in Him. As we pursue spiritual formation together, we seek to find ways to speak about the things of God that are both clear and accurate. This theological task has been taking place among the faithful for thousands of years, and we are the beneficiaries of all those who have paved the way.
Technical: Also known as critical or exegetical commentaries, these volumes cover the text in meticulous detail and usually require some working knowledge of original biblical languages. Topics covered include lexical, structural, contextual, and meaning analysis. Devotional: Also known as applicational commentaries, these volumes are meant for personal study and growth. They are not technical in nature and instead focus on the core meaning of the text and life application. series from Holman Bible Publishers. The CSC falls in my favorite commentary “sweet spot,” balancing the line between technical and homiletical.
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