Nearly all the commentaries below come to supersessionist conclusions in regard to 1 Peter 2:4-5 but since 1 Peter is such a great discipleship letter there is a lot of very worthwhile material in them.
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What Do Conservatives Believe?
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“Pence’s new book, What Conservatives Believe, breaks no new ground. It does not yield to the performative narcissism of the age by settling old scores or dishing insider gossip. What it does provide is an accessible, practical 21st-century update of the conservative canon.” - Acton
Personal Thoughts About Commentaries: 2 Corinthians
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The book of 2 Corinthians is probably my favorite book of the NT—at least this week. But whatever week it is 2 Corinthians will always be at or near the top of my list. It is filled with purple passages and infused with hope. It was the first book I preached through when I came to my present congregation. Here are my picks for the top commentaries on this great epistle:
Exegetical Fallacies, 3rd Edition
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“It releases in early August, and it’s available for pre-order now. Preview the book: This 34-page sample PDF includes the front matter, the Introduction, and the first part of chapter 1.” - Andy Naselli
The Many Faces of Anti-Semitism
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“A new book explores the shape-shifting nature of anti-Semitism through the centuries. What can we learn from the past as this virulent hatred recurs today among right and left forces alike?” - Acton
Personal Thoughts About Commentaries: Acts
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This list of commentaries on Acts are the ones I think are the best for the Pastor and Bible Teacher.
The Exciting Christian Life of John C. Lennox – An Interview with the Author on His New Book
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“Reading John C. Lennox’s book My Story: A Spiritual and Intellectual Autobiography provides plenty of evidence that the Christian life isn’t boring. Lennox is emeritus professor of mathematics at the University of Oxford and emeritus fellow in mathematics and the philosophy of science at Green Templeton College. He’s also had an incredibly exciting life.” - TGC
The Two Kinds of Atheism
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“Drawing both on Beha’s book and his own experience, Brooks identifies two different kinds of atheism and shows why both are inadequate: Materialistic atheism and Romantic atheism.” - Gene Vieth
Personal Thoughts About Commentaries: Galatians
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The Book of Galatians is unique in many ways because of its polemic nature, aimed as it is against Christians in churches who have listened to false teaching and abandoned (or are close to abandoning) Paul’s teaching. It has not been well-served with commentaries, although some historical works are of note. Remember, I have preachers in mind for these recommendations. Balance is important.
Personal Thoughts About Commentaries: The Pastoral Epistles
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When it comes to the Pastoral Epistles there is a wealth of good choices. The top four in the following list are all excellent high-level works. I would personally go for Knight and Marshall if money were no object (although Mounce and Towner would be just fine). Some of these scholars dance around Paul’s clear statement preventing women from being preachers and teachers of men. I have marked such with a (w).
