Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon for Everyone: 20th Anniversary Edition with Study Guide

by N.T. Wright, Michael Kirkindoll (Author Of Study Guide)

A renowned Bible scholar opens up the message and meaning of the letters to the Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon for today’s readers. Paul’s letters to the Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon come alive in N. T. Wright’s updated, reader-friendly translation and insightful commentary. He guides the reader through the world of the New Testament, explaining the ideas and events that shaped Paul’s powerful witness to the gospel. Breaking down these letters into brief, easy-to-study segments, Wright shows how Paul’s advice on the costly way of Christian discipleship speaks powerfully to the spiritual longings of contemporary readers. New Christians and longtime followers of Jesus alike will find inspiration and practical wisdom for their journey within these pages. This expanded edition contains Wright’s updated translation of the biblical text, a new introduction and a study guide designed for use in Bible study classes and individual reflection. Helpful summaries and insightful questions assist group leaders, group members and solo learners to encounter these early Christian letters in exciting and enriching new ways.

240 pages, Paperback

First published September 26, 2023

About the author

N. T. Wright is the former Bishop of Durham in the Church of England (2003-2010) and one of the world's leading Bible scholars. He is now serving as the chair of New Testament and Early Christianity at the School of Divinity at the University of St. Andrews. He has been featured on ABC News, Dateline NBC, The Colbert Report, and Fresh Air, and he has taught New Testament studies at Cambridge, McGill, and Oxford universities. Wright is the award-winning author of Surprised by Hope, Simply Christian, The Last Word, The Challenge of Jesus, The Meaning of Jesus (coauthored with Marcus Borg), as well as the much heralded series Christian Origins and the Question of God.

He also publishes under Tom Wright.

Reviews

[Kenneth · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a revised and updated edition of one of the author's New Testament for Everyone series. They are great for individual study or for use in a group study. Designed for the general reader, or for group studies, Wright provides his own translation of the original Greek text of each letter, along with commentary concerning historical detail, the situation of the early church, what Paul was saying in light of the Jewish and Greco-Roman backgrounds, and how we should understand and apply it for ourselves today. He provides a glossary at the end, and this 20th anniversary edition includes a Study/Reflection Guide written by Michael Kirkindoll. Highly recommended for bible study groups.