A Bible Commentary

 

Studying the Bible, no matter if it is the first time or you have been studying for years the truth is it can be difficult.  For Christians, the Bible is the ultimate source of truth and a guidebook for living. So it is important that each of us understand the Bible the best that he or she can. There are plenty of websites and books that can help us better understand the Bible and one of those important tools is a Bible Commentary that can help get the most out of Scripture.

Do you remember Cliff’s Notes?

A little booklet to help us through a literature class during school? A Bible commentary is similar because it gives us an explanation of difficult passages and gives in-depth descriptions of characters, settings, and themes. A Bible commentary is a great supplement to your daily Bible reading. Consider reading a passage of Scripture and then reading what your Bible commentary has to say about that same passage. You will gain more depth and insight to getting closer to understanding the scriptures.

Having a good Bible commentary or two is a great resource for people who are studying the Bible for classes or for those who are preparing to lead studies or discussions on the Bible. Almost like having your own Bible teacher.

If you are thinking of purchasing a Bible commentary for the first time, check with your pastor or with other friends for their recommendations about which Bible commentary might be the best for you. Every Bible commentary is written from a different theological perspective, so be sure that the one you buy matches with your beliefs.

Most local bookstores, Christian bookstores, or online carry several selections. If you live in a town with a college or university, you can check out their bookstore as well. Whatever it takes to get your hands on a Bible commentary, it is worth it. Your reading and understanding of Scripture will never be the same. You will grow deeper in your knowledge of the ways of God with each reading of Scripture and with each time you use your Bible commentary.

• The New Strong’s Expanded Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible – is a valuable tool for pastors, teachers, and students of the Bible.
• The King James Version Bible Commentary is a complete verse-by-verse commentary. It is comprehensive in scope, reliable in scholarship, and easy to use.
• The MacArthur Bible Commentary offers pastors, Bible teachers, serious Bible readers, and anyone seeking to read and understand the Scriptures a way to focus their studies while still seeing the entire Bible’s application to the Christian life.