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Romans: A Devotional Commentary
Fans of The Hammer of God and With My Own Eyes will enjoy this devotional commentary on Romans from Pastor Bo Giertz. The beloved 20th-century bishop takes readers through Paul’s letter to the Romans; pointing to God’s grace in Christ and forgiveness for the sinner at every turn.
Known as the “C.S. Lewis of Sweden,” Bo Giertz unerringly reveals the fountain of good news in every Romans passage. Giertz delivers part commentary by thoroughly dissecting each passage, and part devotional as he keenly directs readers to comforts won for them by Christ crucified in all His saving glory.
Known as the “C.S. Lewis of Sweden,” Bo Giertz unerringly reveals the fountain of good news in every Romans passage. Giertz delivers part commentary by thoroughly dissecting each passage, and part devotional as he keenly directs readers to comforts won for them by Christ crucified in all His saving glory.
104 pages, Paperback
Published January 25, 2018
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July 12, 2018
I love this book. Love it. I think it is a gem for devotional and instructive reading, and a beautifully written exposition of the great Book of Romans!
At a mere 104 pages, it appears deceptively brief. You start to read and think, “Ah, this is refreshing. I may just breeze through it,” but there is real substantive content! My brain found itself full easily by 30-pages or fewer. Which, to me, makes this ideal devotional reading! Ponderous, weighty, broadly knowledgeable yet Gospel-focused and written for laity.
A homeschoolers dream! I keep thinking that this will be perfect for my children when they are a little older. I’m thinking maybe junior high? Or any time your children can read “charismatic gifts” with some understanding. It could be your religion class following an order something like this: Monday, listen to a section of Scripture. Tuesday, read the same section and mark down questions. Wednesday, read the corresponding section of Bo Giertz’s Romans devotional commentary. Thursday, reread Scripture.
This book will stay fresh in my mind for recommending, that’s for sure! Excellent work, Rev. Erickson! Keep it up, you prolific translator you!
At a mere 104 pages, it appears deceptively brief. You start to read and think, “Ah, this is refreshing. I may just breeze through it,” but there is real substantive content! My brain found itself full easily by 30-pages or fewer. Which, to me, makes this ideal devotional reading! Ponderous, weighty, broadly knowledgeable yet Gospel-focused and written for laity.
A homeschoolers dream! I keep thinking that this will be perfect for my children when they are a little older. I’m thinking maybe junior high? Or any time your children can read “charismatic gifts” with some understanding. It could be your religion class following an order something like this: Monday, listen to a section of Scripture. Tuesday, read the same section and mark down questions. Wednesday, read the corresponding section of Bo Giertz’s Romans devotional commentary. Thursday, reread Scripture.
This book will stay fresh in my mind for recommending, that’s for sure! Excellent work, Rev. Erickson! Keep it up, you prolific translator you!
May 16, 2020
Giertz' commentary is clear and Christ-centred. Devotional in tone for sure. Not a hard read but some very useful insights throughout.
November 21, 2018
Simple, superb, and uplifting
This devotional commentary on Romans is a rich and edifying little gem that is packed with Christ-centered Gospel goodness. It is a useful companion for a fruitful reading through the book of Romans.
This devotional commentary on Romans is a rich and edifying little gem that is packed with Christ-centered Gospel goodness. It is a useful companion for a fruitful reading through the book of Romans.
April 18, 2025
This was a gift to me for Christmas. It was fine, but nothing I was rushing to finish.
You can see Giertz’s flirting with higher criticism and “my hands are tied” approach to women’s ordination.
This would be a fine reference for a Bible study or lay person studying on their own.
You can see Giertz’s flirting with higher criticism and “my hands are tied” approach to women’s ordination.
This would be a fine reference for a Bible study or lay person studying on their own.
August 24, 2019
These brief and clear commentaries on each chapter of Romans make for great devotions and helps for Bible class teaching.
January 17, 2020
Evaņģēlijs, Evaņģēlijs, Evaņģēlijs! :))) Balzāms ikdienai. Ļoti skaidrs un kristocentrisks komentārs. Labs tulkojums.
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December 13, 2024Whether fiction or nonfiction, Giertz writes words I want to read, and this commentary is a blessing and a gift to the lay reader wanting a bit more pastoral guidance through the Book of Romans.
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