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Christ-Centered Exposition
Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus
Edited by David Platt, Daniel L. Akin, and Tony Merida, this new commentary series, projected to be 48 volumes, takes a Christ- centered approach to expositing each book of the Bible.
Rather than a verse-by-verse approach, the authors have crafted chapters that explain and apply key passages in their assigned Bible books. Readers will learn to see Christ in all aspects of Scripture, and they will be encouraged by the devotional nature of each exposition.
Projected contributors to the series include notable authors such as Russell D. Moore, Al Mohler, Matt Chandler, Francis Chan, Mark Dever, and others.
Rather than a verse-by-verse approach, the authors have crafted chapters that explain and apply key passages in their assigned Bible books. Readers will learn to see Christ in all aspects of Scripture, and they will be encouraged by the devotional nature of each exposition.
Projected contributors to the series include notable authors such as Russell D. Moore, Al Mohler, Matt Chandler, Francis Chan, Mark Dever, and others.
326 pages, Paperback
First published August 1, 2013
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About the author
David Platt
141 books1,057 followersDAVID PLATT serves as Lead Pastor at McLean Bible Church in Washington, D.C. He is the founder and chairman of Radical (Inc.), an international ministry that serves the church for the cause of Christ—to glorify God by making disciples and multiplying churches among all nations. Resources from David Platt and Radical can be found at radical.net.
Books by David Platt include Radical, Radical Together, Follow Me, Counter Culture, and Something Needs to Change, as well as the following volumes in the Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary series: Exalting Jesus in Matthew, Exalting Jesus in James, Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus, and Exalting Jesus in Galatians.
David Platt received his Ph.D. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Along with his wife and four children, he lives in the Washington D.C. metro area.
Connect with David on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Books by David Platt include Radical, Radical Together, Follow Me, Counter Culture, and Something Needs to Change, as well as the following volumes in the Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary series: Exalting Jesus in Matthew, Exalting Jesus in James, Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus, and Exalting Jesus in Galatians.
David Platt received his Ph.D. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Along with his wife and four children, he lives in the Washington D.C. metro area.
Connect with David on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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November 5, 2020
É um comentário homilético de três livros bíblicos: 1 Timóteo, 2 Timóteo e Tito. Cada uma das cartas foi comentada por um autor diferente. A leitura é rica na perspectiva de uma análise homilética. Estilos diferentes ficam evidentes em como cada autor constrói seu esboço, transições e aplica a Palavra de Deus.
Em particular, prestei mais atenção em 1 Timóteo, comentado por David Platt. Achei fascinante como sua "veia missionária" puxa as aplicações de suas exposições, sem ancorar tudo no próprio texto bíblico.
Vale a leitura ou a consulta esporádica se você estiver trabalhando com algumas das epístolas.
Em particular, prestei mais atenção em 1 Timóteo, comentado por David Platt. Achei fascinante como sua "veia missionária" puxa as aplicações de suas exposições, sem ancorar tudo no próprio texto bíblico.
Vale a leitura ou a consulta esporádica se você estiver trabalhando com algumas das epístolas.
December 9, 2016
"We preach His Word and no other Word. We preach the Gospel and not another gospel. Certainly some may preach the Gospel better, but no one will preach a better Gospel." -David Platt (p. 229)
In an age of skepticism and rampant pluralism, we find a culture that is completely repugnant to the true Gospel of Jesus Christ. This was the case in Ephesus and in Crete, and it is even true today. Many teachers attempted to infiltrate the church and teach doctrines that were diametrically opposed to the sound doctrine of the Word of God. This was leading people astray into laziness, unrighteousness, and endless debating. So what are we ministers to do? The apostle Paul gave some fantastic advice in light of these things to his disciples Titus and Timothy:
Preach the Word. Preach the Word. Preach the Word! (2 Tim 4:1-2)
Thank you David Platt and team for an incredibly eye-opening study through the Pastoral Epistles. I highly recommend this very easy to read commentary to all pastors and teachers of the Gospel, as it will be an incredibly helpful resource to your ministry.
"For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for the blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works."
Titus 2:11-14 (ESV)
In an age of skepticism and rampant pluralism, we find a culture that is completely repugnant to the true Gospel of Jesus Christ. This was the case in Ephesus and in Crete, and it is even true today. Many teachers attempted to infiltrate the church and teach doctrines that were diametrically opposed to the sound doctrine of the Word of God. This was leading people astray into laziness, unrighteousness, and endless debating. So what are we ministers to do? The apostle Paul gave some fantastic advice in light of these things to his disciples Titus and Timothy:
Preach the Word. Preach the Word. Preach the Word! (2 Tim 4:1-2)
Thank you David Platt and team for an incredibly eye-opening study through the Pastoral Epistles. I highly recommend this very easy to read commentary to all pastors and teachers of the Gospel, as it will be an incredibly helpful resource to your ministry.
"For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for the blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works."
Titus 2:11-14 (ESV)
July 19, 2022
David Platt on 1 Timothy, Tony Merida on 2 Timothy, and Danny Akin on Titus.
Your classic conference giveaway.
None of them show themselves to be subtle scholars or careful historians—but to be fair the commentary, like so much evangelical anticulture, openly prides itself on being unacademic. Akin, despite a disappointing preference for The Message, is by far the best writer, and his exposition of Titus benefits from good pacing, excellent outline division, and the practical wisdom you expect from a seasoned minister.
A glance at the back indicates some of the other authors in this commentary series: Eric Mason, Al Mohler, Russell Moore, Francis Chan, Thabiti Anyabwile, J.D. Greear, Paige Patterson—names united in their capacity to Not Age Well. Or (to be more objective) one could say that these men would never share a platform today. When the weather is calm, alliances are easy; but strong winds have blown since 2013, and the unmoored boats have drifted. RIP the conference at which this book was a freebie; RIP the bygone illusion that celebrity evangelicalism was actually held together by the gospel.
Your classic conference giveaway.
None of them show themselves to be subtle scholars or careful historians—but to be fair the commentary, like so much evangelical anticulture, openly prides itself on being unacademic. Akin, despite a disappointing preference for The Message, is by far the best writer, and his exposition of Titus benefits from good pacing, excellent outline division, and the practical wisdom you expect from a seasoned minister.
A glance at the back indicates some of the other authors in this commentary series: Eric Mason, Al Mohler, Russell Moore, Francis Chan, Thabiti Anyabwile, J.D. Greear, Paige Patterson—names united in their capacity to Not Age Well. Or (to be more objective) one could say that these men would never share a platform today. When the weather is calm, alliances are easy; but strong winds have blown since 2013, and the unmoored boats have drifted. RIP the conference at which this book was a freebie; RIP the bygone illusion that celebrity evangelicalism was actually held together by the gospel.
November 2, 2016
Another commentary series aiming to combine textual exegesis and practical application/illustration, and succeeding only in part. (I think such commentaries are the most useful for preachers.) Good features included the big idea and preaching outline for each section and the manageable length, but in retrospect I didn't uncover a great deal of genuinely useful preaching material as I preached Titus. Daniel Akin (on Titus) expounded at length on a couple of hobby-horse topics which is probably better in an actual sermon than a commentary. The section on Titus (at least) was no more or less "Christ-Centred" than the other commentaries I was using. (Read Titus 2013).
Coming back to this in 2016 for 1 Timothy, David Platt was more helpful that Akin was in 2013. The 1 timothy section is clearly a set of sermons rather than a commentary, and as a result I did find some helpful illustrations, pastoral concerns, applications and side-bars on related (difficult) topics.
Coming back to this in 2016 for 1 Timothy, David Platt was more helpful that Akin was in 2013. The 1 timothy section is clearly a set of sermons rather than a commentary, and as a result I did find some helpful illustrations, pastoral concerns, applications and side-bars on related (difficult) topics.
March 14, 2017
Helpful
July 13, 2022
The goal of this book is not to provide scholarly insights into the Greek, but to equip pastors to preach through this text. Platt and the editors at CCE did just that. This is remarkably accessible yet not reductionistic. If you're a pastor looking for a commentary that skips the exegetical work and helps you prepare a passage for preaching, this is a great book for you. I found it to be particularly helpful to read while going through Mounce's Word Biblical Commentary.
November 13, 2022
I used a similar study guide in this series while leading a small group through the book of "Acts". This study guide also proved to be very useful to dive into themes, topics, and additional verses when studying 1 & 2 Timothy, and Titus.
Pros: excellent expository study guide and questions for leading small group discussion.
Cons: none.
Bottom line: great resource for small group leader or anyone looking to dig deeper when studying scripture.
Pros: excellent expository study guide and questions for leading small group discussion.
Cons: none.
Bottom line: great resource for small group leader or anyone looking to dig deeper when studying scripture.
December 23, 2019
Detailed treatment of every passages.
I love the detailed treatment and digging of Christ Centered applications found in every passages. It helped me at one point and another in my devotion and personal study. Enjoyed it!
I love the detailed treatment and digging of Christ Centered applications found in every passages. It helped me at one point and another in my devotion and personal study. Enjoyed it!
February 10, 2020
Very solid resource on the pastoral epistles.
April 9, 2022
Good simple Bible study format. Lots of helpful application. Good for a quick companion for the Bible reader.
April 22, 2024
Clear and simple exegesis of the pastoral epistles. Theologically sound.
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