Epistles to the Thessalonians, Timothy, Titus, and Philemon – Biblical Commentaries – John Calvin

In this volume of commentaries by John Calvin, the reader discovers several letters of Paul that address essential realities of the Christian life: perseverance in faith, the expectation of Christ's return, church conduct, and the guidance of leaders.

Through the two epistles to the Thessalonians, Calvin highlights the call to remain steadfast in trials and to live in the hope of the Lord's return. The epistles to Timothy and Titus then lead to very concrete questions concerning teaching, the character of leaders, order in the Church, and faithfulness to sound doctrine.

Finally, the short letter to Philemon offers another perspective on faith lived out in human relationships. In it, Calvin brings out the dimensions of Christian love, forgiveness, brotherhood, and reconciliation.

With its attention to the biblical text and its numerous theological and practical applications, this commentary allows for the rediscovery of these letters of Paul with an in-depth perspective, while remaining accessible to those who wish to progress in their study of the Scriptures.

A particularly interesting work for personal study, sermon preparation, or deepening one's understanding of Paul's teachings on faith, the Church, and the Christian life.

John Calvin – Éditions Kerygma – 300 pages.