1-2 Peter and Jude: The Christian Standard Commentary

by Thomas R. Schreiner

1-2 Peter and Jude is part of The Christian Standard Commentary (CSC) series. This commentary series focuses on the theological and exegetical concerns of each biblical book, while paying careful attention to balancing rigorous scholarship with practical application. This series helps the reader understand each biblical book's theology, its place in the broader narrative of Scripture, and its importance for the church today. Drawing on the wisdom and skills of dozens of evangelical authors, the CSC is a tool for enhancing and supporting the life of the church.

Genres: Theology

928 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 1, 2020

About the author

Thomas R. Schreiner (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He is the author or editor of numerous books, including New Testament Theology; Magnifying God in Christ; Apostle of God's Glory in Christ; and Romans in the Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament.

Reviews

[Jonah Hill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just a really great commentary. If I could have only 3 commentaries on 1 Peter, this would be one of the 3 I think.

[Spencer R · Rating 5 out of 5]

See my longer review on SpoiledMilks (March 27, 2023).

Tom Schreiner has read widely on recent research and “rethought every line written and made quite a few changes” for this revision (xiii). That said, he hasn’t changed his mind significantly on anything.

Schreiner could be placed within the ”progressive covenantalism” label. The church of Christ as fulfilling 1 Peter 2:9–10, meaning that “God’s elected people are no longer coterminous with Israel but are those who trust in Jesus Christ, and this this new people is composed of both Jews and Gentiles” (120–121). It is the church of Jesus Christ who mediates “God’s blessings to the nations as it proclaims the gospel” (121). 1 Peter 2:10 alludes to Hosea 2:23. Whereas apostate Jews have been cut off from God’s people, Gentiles have been included into God’s people through his great mercy. I offer more examples of Schreiner’s interpretations and updates on my blog.

Recommended?
Schreiner is a clear writer. He shows the author’s train of thought so that you always know the main idea, even if you might disagree on the small details. He pulls on the threads from across the Bible, showing you the larger picture. There is little Greek and little application in the commentary.But Schreiner’s theology is excellent and his arguments are tight. Any pastor would benefit greatly from this.

I received this book free from B&H Academic. The opinions I have expressed are my own, and I was not required to write a positive review.

[Adam Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very readable commentary, with careful attention to the text and discussions of theological themes. A limited amount of Greek, so accessible for those without knowledge of biblical languages.