The Applied New Testament Commentary

The Applied New Testament Commentary is an easy-to-read, down-to-earth commentary on the text of the New Testament. It can be used with any version of the Bible and includes:

• General Articles on important aspects of the Christian faith
• An Introduction to each book of the New Testament
• Word definitions
• Clear explanations of Bible text
• How to apply the Bible to everyday life

“Dr. Tom Hale is an experienced medical missionary in Nepal, and his commentary is essentially a missionary’s commentary. Although he has done his biblical homework, and he thinks theologically, he does not write from the ivory tower of academia. His concern is rather for the grass roots of newly planted churches. He is familiar with the problems they face and the questions they ask. He wrestles with the need for cross-cultural application. He is committed to the unity of the church and urges us to give one another the liberty of interpretation in those secondary areas in which we disagree. And his straightforward, easy-to-read style includes both a simple vocabulary and short sentences. Inevitably a one-man commentary will not please everybody. But he has struggled to rid himself of bias, so that there is very much here for all Bible students to learn, whatever their cultural or denominational background. In fact the Applied New Testament Commentary should help to promote mutual understanding, tolerance and respect among Christian people.”
John Stott
All Souls, Langham Place, London

“As someone who is committed to communicating the Christian faith, I applaud the depth, clarity, simplicity and relevance of the Applied New Testament Commentary. Its thoroughness yet accessibility makes it an invaluable resource for Christians — both old and new.”
J. John, Evangelist

“The value of the Applied New Testament Commentary lies in its thoroughness combined with simplicity. I can see leaders of discussion groups being enormously grateful; speakers benefiting from its uncomplicated concepts and language; and individuals who already appreciate good pulpit teaching now able to dig a little deeper.”
Derek Copley
Moorlands Bible College

Dr. Tom Hale is a missionary working with Interserve, and also the author of several books, including Don’t Let the Goats Eat the Loquat Trees and Living Stones of the Himalayas.

Dr. Stephen Thorson is a missionary pediatrician with a degree in theology from Wheaton College Graduate School. He teaches theology at the Nepal Evangelical Bible College.