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Romans
Drawing from the great doctrinal heritage of the Reformed faith, Daniel Doriani brings clarity and unique insight to the many practical lessons on Christian living and salvation found in the book of Romans.
With verse-by-verse commentary, Doriani examines Paul’s message to the early church in Rome in detail, providing readers with historical, cultural, and biblical context for each chapter, along with structural analysis and theological lessons. This comprehensive commentary explores the core of Pauline theology, touching on themes of righteousness, church unity, justification, and the application of faith in our daily lives.
As are all Reformed Expository Commentaries, this book is accessible to both pastors and lay readers. Each volume in the series gives careful attention to the biblical text, is doctrinally Reformed, focuses on Christ through the lens of redemptive history, and applies the Bible to our contemporary setting.
With verse-by-verse commentary, Doriani examines Paul’s message to the early church in Rome in detail, providing readers with historical, cultural, and biblical context for each chapter, along with structural analysis and theological lessons. This comprehensive commentary explores the core of Pauline theology, touching on themes of righteousness, church unity, justification, and the application of faith in our daily lives.
As are all Reformed Expository Commentaries, this book is accessible to both pastors and lay readers. Each volume in the series gives careful attention to the biblical text, is doctrinally Reformed, focuses on Christ through the lens of redemptive history, and applies the Bible to our contemporary setting.
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618 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 19, 2022
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About the author
Daniel M. Doriani
32 books19 followersAfter a decade as senior pastor of Central Presbyterian church in Clayton, Missouri, Dr. Doriani returned to Covenant Seminary full time in October 2013 to serve as vice president of strategic academic projects and professor of theology.
In this role, he teaches two core courses for the Master of Divinity (MDiv) program—Christian Ethics and Reformation and Modern Church History—as well as some elective courses on exegesis and church life. He also speaks in churches and conferences on behalf of the Seminary in ways that advance the mission of Covenant.
Dr. Doriani previously served in various roles at the Seminary from 1991 to 2003, including professor of New Testament, dean of faculty, and vice president of academics. While pastoring at Central, he continued teaching as adjunct professor of systematic theology. He has extensive teaching and pastoral experience as an interim, assistant, associate, and solo pastor, and has been involved in several planning and study committees at the presbytery level in both the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) and the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC). He was chair of the PCA’s Theological Examining Committee from 1999 to 2000. Among his many books are Getting the Message: A Plan for Interpreting and Applying the Bible (P&R, 1996); Putting the Truth to Work: The Theory and Practice of Biblical Application (P&R, 2001); The Life of a God-Made Man (Crossway, 2001); and commentaries on Matthew, James, and 1 Peter in P&R’s Reformed Expository Commentaries series. He is also a contributing blogger for The Gospel Coalition.
Dr. Doriani and his wife, Debbie, live in Chesterfield, Missouri, and have three grown daughters.
In this role, he teaches two core courses for the Master of Divinity (MDiv) program—Christian Ethics and Reformation and Modern Church History—as well as some elective courses on exegesis and church life. He also speaks in churches and conferences on behalf of the Seminary in ways that advance the mission of Covenant.
Dr. Doriani previously served in various roles at the Seminary from 1991 to 2003, including professor of New Testament, dean of faculty, and vice president of academics. While pastoring at Central, he continued teaching as adjunct professor of systematic theology. He has extensive teaching and pastoral experience as an interim, assistant, associate, and solo pastor, and has been involved in several planning and study committees at the presbytery level in both the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) and the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC). He was chair of the PCA’s Theological Examining Committee from 1999 to 2000. Among his many books are Getting the Message: A Plan for Interpreting and Applying the Bible (P&R, 1996); Putting the Truth to Work: The Theory and Practice of Biblical Application (P&R, 2001); The Life of a God-Made Man (Crossway, 2001); and commentaries on Matthew, James, and 1 Peter in P&R’s Reformed Expository Commentaries series. He is also a contributing blogger for The Gospel Coalition.
Dr. Doriani and his wife, Debbie, live in Chesterfield, Missouri, and have three grown daughters.
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March 21, 2022
The Reformed Expository Commentary series aims to be biblical, doctrinal, redemptive-historical, and practical. Daniel Doriani’s entry is exemplary. With the book of Romans, he shows a full grasp of the text and how it is relative for modern audiences.
Academic and Pastoral
In less than 600 pages, the 48 chapters read quickly. They are a mix of sermons preached and lessons taught at the seminary level. This makes for an equally academic and pastoral approach.
What I appreciated most was how deeply theological Doriani decides to go. He is not afraid of the Greek and uses it purposefully. He is also generous in his illustrations, helping a heavy book breathe and expand.
Rich and Rewarding
Doriani makes many references to the Reformation, and it is a fitting way to make historical connections to the legacy of the book. What caught my attention the most was how the themes of repentance, justification, and walking in the Spirit still resonate today.
This commentary can be used for sermon and lesson prep, but would also make a wonderful read for personal devotions. Informative, faithful, interesting, and focused -- you will read Romans alongside a wise pastor-scholar. You will find it to be rich and rewarding, leading you to worship.
I received a media copy of Romans and this is my honest review
Academic and Pastoral
In less than 600 pages, the 48 chapters read quickly. They are a mix of sermons preached and lessons taught at the seminary level. This makes for an equally academic and pastoral approach.
What I appreciated most was how deeply theological Doriani decides to go. He is not afraid of the Greek and uses it purposefully. He is also generous in his illustrations, helping a heavy book breathe and expand.
Rich and Rewarding
Doriani makes many references to the Reformation, and it is a fitting way to make historical connections to the legacy of the book. What caught my attention the most was how the themes of repentance, justification, and walking in the Spirit still resonate today.
This commentary can be used for sermon and lesson prep, but would also make a wonderful read for personal devotions. Informative, faithful, interesting, and focused -- you will read Romans alongside a wise pastor-scholar. You will find it to be rich and rewarding, leading you to worship.
I received a media copy of Romans and this is my honest review
August 24, 2024
One of the best commentary on Romans. I loved the depth and common sense application Doriani brought in the book.
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June 13, 2022Doriani is always powerfully clear. Read for preaching through Romans 12 during Eastertide 2022
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