Mark 1-8 MacArthur New Testament Commentary (Macarthur New Testament Commentary Serie) by John F. MacArthur Jr.

MacArthur New Testament Commentary Series

by John F. MacArthur Jr.

Mark 1-8 begins The MacArthur New Testament Commentary's look at the second of the four gospels. The commentary provides a verse by verse and phrase by phrase exposition of the text, taking into account the cultural, theological, and Old Testament contexts of each passage. Interpretive challenges are fully dealt with, and differing views are fairly evaluated.These study guides, part of a set from noted Bible scholar John MacArthur, take readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. With probing questions that guide the reader toward application, as well as ample space for journaling, these are invaluable tools for Bible students of all ages. Use this volume of The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series to assist you in your study of this cherished New Testament book.

Genres: Christian, Theology, Reference

Hardcover

First published April 1, 2014

About the author

John F. MacArthur, Jr. was a United States Calvinistic evangelical writer and minister, noted for his radio program entitled Grace to You and as the editor of the Gold Medallion Book Award-winning MacArthur Study Bible. MacArthur was a fifth-generation pastor, a popular author and conference speaker, and served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California beginning in 1969, as well as President of The Master’s College (and the related Master’s Seminary) in Santa Clarita, California.

Reviews

[Bill Forgeard · Rating 3 out of 5]

A faithful and forthright expository commentary on Mark 1-8. Verse by verse exposition with some helpful and straightforward applications, bringing the whole Bible to bear on each passage. Frustratingly (to my mind), it's as if MacArthur is preaching on a harmony of the four gospels, rather than the Gospel of Mark in particular. He systematically refers to and relies on the other gospels when they differ to Mark's account, rather than focusing on the passage in Mark, and thus usually neglects to consider Mark's unique purpose in writing.

[Tim · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of most helpful commentaries for preaching through Mark. It is biblical exposition, theologically and historically precise and pastorally written. It takes the best of other conservative commentaries and compiles it together.

Perhaps one area it could be improved is having for contemporary application.

[Shaun Marksbury · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent.

[Jon Anderson]

Sermon prep for Fall 2021

[Brandon Vaughan · Rating 5 out of 5]

MacArthur is one of my go to’s when I really want to understand what the text is saying. In my opinion, no one can do it better in the department of exegesis. This commentary is no exception.

[Scott Guillory · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful!