Dr. Beeke’s Top Commentaries on the New Testament

#1 New Testament Commentary, 12 Volumes 

This set is ideal for pastors and serious Bible students of the Reformed tradition. It is the only complete commentary on the New Testament written solely from a Reformed perspective. The award-winning twelve-volume hardcover set features verse-by-verse exegesis and applications, critical notes on the Greek text, chapter summaries, and extensive bibliographies and indexes of authors, Scripture, and other ancient writings enhance the usefulness of each volume.

Begun by William Hendriksen, Baker’s New Testament Commentary has earned the acclaim and respect of Reformed and evangelical scholars and pastors. Since Hendriksen’s death in 1982, the series has been continued by Simon J. Kistemaker. Four of the volumes compiled by Kistemaker earned the Gold Medallian Award (Hebrews, James and 1-3 John, Acts, and 1 Corinthians). The series was completed in 2001 with the publication of Revelation. Now, for the first time, the entire twelve-volume set may be purchased.

#2 Lenski’s Commentary on the New Testament, 20 Volumes 

Pastors, students, and anybody wishing to better understand the New Testament will find invaluable help in these accessible commentaries. Displaying a strong narrative quality and reverence for God’s Word, Lenski’s massive work provides a literal translation of the original Greek text and section-by-section exposition from a conservative stance. Ideal for sermon preparation or serious Bible study. 20 softcovers, from Augsburg/Fortress.

#3 New International Commentary on the New Testament (Set of 18 volumes)

Under the general editorship of three outstanding New Testament scholars — first Ned Stonehouse (Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia), then F. F. Bruce (University of Manchester, England), and now Gordon D. Fee (Regent College, Vancouver, British Columbia) — the NICNT series has continued to develop over the years. In order to keep the commentary “new” and conversant with contemporary scholarship, the NICNT volumes have been — and will be — revised or replaced as necessary.

The newer NICNT volumes in particular take into account the role of recent rhetorical and sociological inquiry in elucidating the meaning of the text, and they also exhibit concern for the theology and application of the text. As the NICNT series is ever brought up to date, it will continue to find ongoing usefulness as an established guide to the New Testament text.

#4 Meyer’s Commentary on the New Testament, Critical and Exegetical Hand-book to the Gospel of Matthew –Revelation of God