1-2 Timothy & Titus: A Commentary on the New Testament (Volume 14)

IVP New Testament Commentary #14

by Philip H. Towner

Questions about the nature of Christian leadership and authority, attitudes toward wealth and materialism, proper responses to cults, the role of women in the church, and even the validity of the institution of marriage are not new. Paul addressed these issues in personal letters to Timothy and Titus as leaders of first-century congregations in Ephesus and Crete. What he had to say to them is as relevant to us as today's newspaper headlines. Throughout this commenatary Philip H. Towner explains what each letter meant to its original hearers and its application for us today.

Genres: Biblical Studies, Reference, New Testament, Christian, Theology

271 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1994

Reviews

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Towner does a great job of saying much in few words in this shorter and simpler presentation of his more extensive commentary. Pastors and teachers who want a simple but informative overview will find this to be a helpful read to complement their own deeper study.

[Aijalon Church · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice easy summary, won't blow you out of the water but a solid and short intro to the Pastorals.