Mark: Jesus, Servant and Savior Vol. 2 (Preaching the Word Series) By:  R. Kent Hughes Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles Published: January 31, 2012 ISBN: 9781433535383 Number of Pages: 256

This second volume covers Mark 9:2-16:20, the culmination of Jesus’s ministry on earth. Seen in glory on the Mount of Transfiguration, challenged by religious skeptics, the Christ moves inexorably toward the cross, where history’s greatest battle would be fought and won. And so we, like the ancient world, are confronted with the crucified and risen Christ and must decide if we will acknowledge him as our Lord and Savior.

Thus in our age of aggressive evil and apathetic faith, the Gospel of Mark resounds with the dynamic power of the Lord Jesus Christ. Perhaps the most dramatic and action-packed of the Synoptic Gospels, Mark’s writing continues to inspire increased commitment in the Church at large.

Mark’s portrayal of Christ as the Servant-Savior takes on fresh relevance in these masterful expositions by respected pastor/author R. Kent Hughes. With careful exegesis, the author draws from the text many practical lessons for everyday living and effective ministry. His numerous illustrations reflect wide interests, extensive reading, and years of experience pastoring and counseling those who seek to know Christ and walk in his ways.

Those who preach, teach, and study will find this book a gold mine of helpful information. With divisions and outlines that are never forced, but flow naturally from the text, Mark will be a great boon to those charged with communicating the Word, and to all who seek to grow in their faith through personal Bible study.

Matthew: All Authority in Heaven and on Earth (Preaching the Word Series) By: Douglas Sean O’Donnell, Series edited by R. Kent Hughes Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles Published: November 30, 2013 ISBN: 9781433503658 Number of Pages: 1088

Jesus is King. Standing as a central theme of the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus’ kingly authority has profound implications for our lives today—changing the way we view the world, interact with others, and respond to blessings and hardships.

In this reader-friendly commentary, seasoned pastor Doug O’Donnell leads us through the first book of the New Testament, highlighting key themes and offering contemporary illustrations for preaching. Drawing on years of pastoral experience, O’Donnell helps us to see how Matthew’s various emphases—including Jesus’ messianic titles, fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, teaching on the kingdom of heaven, and present and future role as judge—all relate to Christ’s kingship over all of creation.

Full of biblical insights aimed at both pastors and laypeople, this volume ultimately highlights Matthew’s call to all people to worship and obey Jesus, our humble King and gracious Savior.

Endorsements

“Even for the most seasoned of preachers, the thought of expositing the Gospel of Matthew could be overwhelming. Thanks to Doug O’Donnell’s newest commentary, chock-full of impressive insights and engaging wit, the first and perhaps greatest Gospel has suddenly become much less daunting. When Kent Hughes called on O’Donnell to write this volume, he knew exactly what he was doing.”
—Nicholas Perrin, Dean, Wheaton College Graduate School
“This commentary grows out of wide reading and solid learning—the footnotes alone are a gold mine. O’Donnell writes with a zest for real life, wit, and (controlled) whimsy. The outcome: sermons that both revel in Christ and reveal Christ in fresh and striking ways. The author proves to be a hard-working and natural expositor of Scripture. This book goes to the top of my list of sterling homiletical commentaries on the first Gospel.”
—Robert W. Yarbrough, Professor of New Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary
“The market is full of critical commentaries, but not many actually deal with what is ‘critical’—the centrality of the gospel, the mission of the Church, and the life of the Christian. Doug O’Donnell’s commentary on Matthew is a clear exception. With sensitivity to all the important narrative and exegetical details, O’Donnell offers an interpretation of the first Gospel that is pastoral throughout, and in some instances, truly profound. Relevant illustrations are used in almost every passage, and numerous issues are addressed with theological vigor and often from the pastoral heritage of the Church. There are times when the critical commentaries are useful, even necessary, but I cannot imagine a pastor preaching through Matthew that would not want to use this commentary as a significant resource.”
—Edward Klink, Associate Professor of New Testament, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University

The Sermon on the Mount: The Message of the Kingdom (Preaching the Word Series) By: R. Kent Hughes Publisher: Crossway Books & Bibles Published: April 30, 2013 ISBN: 9781433536212 Number of Pages: 304

The three chapters of Matthew known as the Sermon on the Mount contain truths so rich and powerful that even a lifetime of study could not exhaust their depths. For centuries, Jesus’s majestic portrait of the kingdom of heaven and his unparalleled instructions for godliness have captivated Christians and non-Christians alike. In this classic commentary, now revised with a fresh look and ESV Bible references, seasoned pastor R. Kent Hughes guides readers through this glorious portion of the Bible with exegetical precision, expositional clarity, and practical sensitivity. Whether used by preachers, small group leaders, or individual laypersons, this resource will prove invaluable for illuminating the Sermon on the Mount’s enduring power to enliven hearts and transform minds.

Table of Contents

1.  The Riches of Poverty (5:1–3)
2.  The Comfort of Mourning (5:4)
3.  The Strength of Gentleness (5:5)
4.  The Fullness of Hunger (5:6)
5.  The Dividend of Mercy (5:7)
6.  The Reward of Purity (5:8)
7.  The Paternity of Peace (5:9)
8.  The Joy of Persecution (5:10–12)
9.  “The Salt of the Earth” (5:13)
10. “The Light of the World” (5:14–16)
11. Jesus on Righteousness (5:17–20)
12. A Righteous Person’s Relationships (5:21–26)
13. Radical Purity (5:27–30)
14. Jesus’ Teaching on Divorce (5:31–32)
15. Radical Truthfulness (5:33–37)
16. Wrongs and Rights (5:38–42)
17. Superseding Love (5:43–48)
18. Christianity without Hypocrisy (6:1–8)
19. The Lord’s Prayer: The Father (6:9)
20. The Lord’s Prayer: The Name (6:9)
21. “Your Kingdom Come” (6:10a)
22. “Your Will Be Done” (6:10b)
23. The Lord’s Prayer: The Bread (6:11)
24. The Lord’s Prayer: Forgiveness (6:12)
25. The Lord’s Prayer: Temptation (6:13)
26. The Lord’s Prayer: Glory (6:13)
27. Lasting Treasure (6:19–21)
28. Unclouded Vision (6:22–24)
29. “Do Not Be Anxious…But Seek First” (6:25–34)
30. The Speck and the Log (7:1–5)
31. “Seek, and You Will Find” (7:7–11)
32. The Two Roads (7:13, 14)
33. Discerning False Preachers (7:15–20)
34. Entering the Kingdom (7:21–29)
35. The Sermon on the Move (8:1–3)

馬太福音-願你的旨意行在地上 / Matthew- May Your Will be Done on Earth 作者： 周貴發 Paul K.F. Chow 出版社： 天道 出版日期：2012年12月 ISBN: 9789622089310 頁數： 278 會員價：CAD $13.00

耶穌基督的生平與言行，我們只能透過四卷福音書所提供的資料來認識。新約聖經以馬太福音作首卷書，自有其特別的考量。

因篇幅所限，本書未能就馬太福音共二十八章經文來成書，作者只能選取三十篇講章與信徒分享。每一章完結前，作者還提供「實踐及討論問題」，旨在拋磚引玉，引發大家既能進深思考（知性層面），又讓肢體間藉此過交心的生活（心靈層面）。

出埃及記 His Way Out 作者： 蘭姆 Bernard L. Ram 譯者： 陳培珊, 張家龍 Chan Pui Shan, Cheung Ka Lung 出版社：種籽出版社 出版日期： 1992 年4月 ISBN：9622301754 Cat No： 575 頁數： 203

這是一部屬概覽性的注釋書，作者除了著重出埃及記關乎神學、預表、和有關預言的問題外，更側重其中的屬靈意義或應用問題。正如作者所說，「若只是看重字句的意義，重視歷史和地理事實，對其屬靈的意義卻隻字不提，那便肯定不是正在寫基督教的注釋書。」「這可以有學術或歷史意義，但教會是靠神的話而活的，不是靠學術或歷史而活。」

萬有之源 How it all began 作者： 楊百德 Ronald Youngblood 譯者： 狄茸 Dic-yong 出版社：種籽出版社 出版日期：1990年4月 ISBN：9622301606 Cat No： 560 頁數： 157

人類至須留意聖經創世紀的首十一章。因為這十一章聖經勾劃出人類歷史的第一頁，指出萬有之源。創世紀首十一章所記，委實是歷史事蹟，且是瞭解人類身陷困境的鑰匙。