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COMMENTARIES THAT CAN BE BORROWED FROM ARCHIVE.ORG

Explanation - The following list includes not only commentaries but other Christian works by well known evangelical writers. Most of the resources below are newer works (written after 1970) which previously were available only for purchase in book form or in a Bible computer program. The resources are made freely available by archive.org but have several caveats - (1) they do not allow copy and paste, (2) they can only be checked out for one hour (but can be checked out immediately when your hour expires giving you time to read or take notes on a lengthy section) and (3) they require creating an account which allows you to check out the books free of charge. To set up an account click archive.org and then click the picture of the person in right upper corner and enter email and a password. That's all you have to do. Then you can read these more modern resources free of charge! I have read or used many of these resources but not all of them so ultimately you will need to be a Berean (Acts 17:11+) as you use them. I have also selected works that are conservative and Biblically sound. If you find one that you think does not meet those criteria please send an email at https://www.preceptaustin.org/contact. The resources are listed in alphabetical order by the author's last name and some include reviews of the particular resource. For hundreds of other commentaries and books that can be borrowed see Christian Commentaries Online. 

NOTE - THESE ARE IN NO SPECIFIC ORDER - AS WITH ALL COMMENTARIES - BE AN Acts 17:11+ BEREAN - IT IS ALWAYS BEST TO DO YOUR OWN STUDY UNDER THE TUTELAGE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (See inductive Bible study and especially the skill/discipline of Observation) BEFORE YOU CHECK THE COMMENTARIES. THEN YOU WILL BE ABLE TO INTELLIGENTLY "COMMENT ON THE COMMENTARIES!"

Luke 1-5 Commentary - John MacArthur

Preaching Luke-Acts by Allen, Ronald J.

James Rosscup - This conservative commentary is a detailed work in the Greek and is well-written. The author did the famous Greek-English lexicon and two books on alleged contradictions.

Bible commentary: the Gospel according to St. Luke by Arndt, William F

Poet and peasant : a literary-cultural approach to the parables in Luke by Bailey, Kenneth 

James Rosscup - Bailey discusses four Lukan parables at length in the first book, making a great contribution as to cultural data that opens up the parables. His data is based on studies while teaching for many years in the mid-East, also on extensive travels, correspondence, and scholarly probing into the literature. Particularly insightful are his remarks on Luke 15 (the triad of parables) and Luke 11 (Friend at Midnight). The second book continues to be rich in peasant cultural background, with data not available to many who study the parables. But the second book treats ten further parables (7:36–50 and others in 9:51–19:48, Luke’s travel narrative). These are well-done but not treated in as much detail. Both books are excellent in making parables “come alive” and making readers think. In more recent years both volumes have been put into one book. Cf. Hultgren in the Matthew section.

Luke comes alive! by Blanchard, John, 

Patterns for power : parables of Luke by Briscoe, D. Stuart

Saint Luke by Caird, G. B.

Cyril Barber - One of the better works in this series. Contains numerous references to Jewish literature as well as pertinent comments on the text. Is of value to the preacher. Needs to be read with discernment

Luke by Evans, Craig A., The New International Commentary on the New Testament

James Rosscup - A lucid study, often of help on problem texts but cursory at times. Evans gives authorship by Luke “provisional acceptance” and feels that this issue is not vital to how this gospel is interpreted (3). After a brief introduction (1–16), general summaries of each section are followed by added notes on a few key details, with bypassing of many, such as Anna’s 84 years in 2:36–38, and problems of interpretation in 11:5–7. While Evans shows high expertise even when terse, one will find other works explaining far more to make their time fruitful.

The Bible Knowledge Background Commentary : Matthew-Luke by Evans, Craig A -  This resource will give you interesting insights and is worth checking on individual passages

NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible. bringing to life the ancient world of scripture Keener, Craig and Walton, John. Editors (2017)

The Gospel according to Luke (I-IX) The Gospel according to Luke : introduction, translation, and notes (X-XXIV) by Fitzmyer, Joseph A

James Rosscup - An internationally known Catholic scholar presents an excellent appraisal of “The Current State of Lukan Studies” (3–34) and has “A Sketch of Lukan Theology” (143–270). In explaining the gospel text, Fitzmyer has often helpful sources on various points. This will rank as one of the best-regarded commentaries at this time from the standpoint of awareness of critical literature and comments reflecting current learning. He gives his own translation and a fairly lucid, detailed exposition that is abreast of language, background, and views. It is a mixed bag with Fitzmyer, though. He often takes views that evangelicals appreciate, such as Jesus’ resurrection body being able to eat food. At other times he stumbles where there are possible solutions, as when he feels that there is no way to harmonize the accounts of Jesus’ resurrection. Indices to both volumes help find material.

The Gospel of Luke by Green, Joel B. New International Commentary on the New Testament 143 ratings

James Rosscup - Replaces the work of Geldenhuys (1951). Scholars will appreciate the author’s emphasis on literary and narrative criticism. Pastors, however, will have little to gain from this work.

Tim Challies - Most commentators on the commentaries commend this volume, D.A. Carson among them, though he offers caveats. He says it is “full of thoughtful interaction with contemporary scholarship, but I do not think it is either as rigorous or as accurate as the work of Luke.” He suggests that its unique strength is narrative historiography and discourse analysis. If you, like me, don’t know what that means, then perhaps choose one of the other volumes

James Rosscup - This work with pp. i-xcii plus 928 replaced Norval Geldenhuys’ effort of 1951. Green puts more focus on literary criticism, narrative criticism, and social-scientific analysis than on earlier issues about historical critical matters, redaction and source criticism, etc. One sees topics such as family allegiances, friendship, purity, and status. He seeks to show OT background for this gospel, and not Mark, or Matthew, or oral tradition. Green sets up a misleading opinion that Luke and those using his work were “not so much concerned with the issue, Did it happen? as with the queries What happened? and what does it all mean? (36). It surely is both. However, he does appear to believe that the details are fact in Luke’s perspective, but thinks Luke is more burdened with how to understand things (20). One can say that Luke saw the two in a necessary balance and need not have any thought of ranking them.

Commentary on the Gospel of Luke : the English text with introduction, exposition and notes by Geldenhuys, Norval, 

James Rosscup - Amillennial in its interpretation of the kingdom program, this work is solid and explains many verses rather well but is not the best.

Half-hours with William Hendriksen : stirring devotional surveys of Romans, Philippians, Luke and Revelation, with other gems by Hendriksen, William, 

Luke : a self-study guide by Jensen, Irving

The Communicator's Commentary - Luke (Also known as The Preacher's Commentary Series - Volume 26: Luke) Larson, Bruce - 356 pages (1983) See user reviews. 

The Parables of Jesus by Kistemaker, Simon J.,

James Rosscup - A past national president of Evangelical Theological Society deals with all of Jesus’ parables and shows a lucid style, warmth, and broad acquaintance with scholarly writings on his material which is obvious in footnotes. He uses the NIV text. The contribution is very good on background, the main thrust of parables, key expository details, and the practical contribution for life. This is one of the best fairily recent evangelical works on the parables in general (cf. Bailey, Ellisen, Hultgren, Longenecker, etc, under Matthew and Luke).

Book of Luke : Jesus, the son of man by Lucado, Max

Luke : the Savior of the world - John Macarthur - Not his full commentary. 

Twelve Ordinary Men - (the 12 apostles) - John Macarthur (How the Master Shaped His Disciples for Service and What He Wants to Do with You).

A tale of two sons : the inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder - John Macarthur

Luke and the last things : a perspective for the understanding of Lukan thought by Mattill, A. J

Cyril Barber - An exacting, technical presentation of Lukan theology. Rich and full.

According to Luke : a new exposition of the Third Gospel by David Gooding   9 ratings

What are they saying about Luke? by Powell, Mark Allan, 6 ratings

James Rosscup - A well-researched, contemporary assessment of the teaching of Luke's gospel. Summarizes the contribution of modern scholars, and examines the dominant theories regarding the composition of the gospel. Intertwines political and social aspects of Luke's "former work" to describe the community about which the physician wrote.

A walk with Jesus : enjoying the company of Christ - Gospel of Luke by Sproul, R. C 3 ratings

The declaration of something mysterious : Jesus' courage and communication of the truth : a study of Luke 10:38-16:18 by Swindoll, Charles

The consummation of something miraculous : Jesus' trials and triumph of redemption : a study of Luke 16:19-24:53 : Bible study guide by Swindoll, Charles

Luke & John : life that lasts forever - Quick Notes - Mark Strauss

Luke by Tannehill, Robert C 13 ratings

Windows on the parables by Wiersbe, Warren

Interpreting the parables by Blomberg, Craig

Luke Commentary - Robert Tannehill (385 pages) 14 ratings

STUDY BIBLES - ONE VOLUME COMMENTARIES OF ENTIRE BIBLE, BIBLE DICTIONARIES, GENERAL REFERENCE WORKS

The Experiencing God Study Bible : the Bible for knowing and doing the will of God - Blackaby, Henry (1996) 1968 pages - CHECK THIS ONE! Each chapter begins with several questions under the title "PREPARE TO MEET GOD." Then you will interesting symbols before many of the passages. The chapter ends with a "DID YOU NOTICE?" question. This might make a "dry chapter" jump off the page! Read some of the 48 ratings

The David Jeremiah study bible - (2013) 2208 pages. 2,272 ratings Logos.com - "Drawing on more than 40 years of study, Dr. David Jeremiah has compiled a legacy resource that will make an eternal impact on generations to come. 8,000 study notes. Hundreds of enriching word studies"50+ Essentials of the Christian Faith" articles."

Compact Bible commentary by Radmacher, Earl D; Allen, Ronald Barclay; House, H Wayne, et al - 954 pages.  424 ratings Multiple contributors to the comments which are often verse by verse. The comments are brief but meaty and can really help your study through a given book. A sleeper in my opinion. 

The Ryrie Study Bible - Charles Ryrie (1978) 2142 pages. Conservative.  216 ratings

The Word in life Study Bible - Very interesting format. Not your routine study Bible. Worth checking the very informative notes. (e.g., here is a picture of Jesus' post-resurrection appearances.)

Evangelical Commentary on the Bible - editor Walter Elwell (1989) 1239 pages. User reviews. 

New Bible Commentary - (1994) See user reviews 

NIV archaeological study Bible (2005) 2360 pages 950 ratings (See also Archaeology and the Bible - OT and NT)

MORE COMMENTARIES
AND SERMONS

HENRY ALFORD- Commentary

Charles Haddon Spurgeon writes that this text "is an invaluable aid to the critical study of the text of the New Testament. You will find in it the ripened results of a matured scholarship, the harvesting of a judgment, generally highly impartial, always worthy of respect, which has gleaned from the most important fields of Biblical research, both modern and ancient, at home and abroad. You will not look here for any spirituality of thought or tenderness of feeling; you will find the learned Dean does not forget to do full justice to his own views, and is quite able to express himself vigorously against his opponents; but for what it professes to be, it is an exceedingly able and successful work. The later issues are by far the most desirable, as the author has considerably revised the work in the fourth edition. What I have said of his Greek Testament applies equally to Alford’s New Testament for English Readers,* which is also a standard work." (Spurgeon, C. H. Lectures to my Students, Vol. 4: Commenting and Commentaries; Lectures Addressed to the students of the Pastors' College, Metropolitan Tabernacle)

  • Luke 15 The New Testament for English Readers
  • Luke 15 The Greek New Testament

MIKE ANDRUS

CLINTON ARNOLD  - Borrow the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Background Commentary 

JACK ARNOLD

WILLIAM ARNOT  - Parables of our Lord

WILLIAM BARCLAY- Commentary

ALBERT BARNES- Commentary

BRIAN BELL - Sermons - often has very helpful insights

CHRIS BENFIELD - Sermons

JOHANN A BENGEL - Commentary

BIBLICAL ILLUSTRATOR

A B BRUCE - Expositor's Greek Testament

DARRELL L BOCK - IVP Commentary - IVP NT Commentary Series 428 pages  16 ratings

Rosscup comments: Evangelical comments run quickly to their points, yet the generality causes skipping some key details (cf. on Anna, Lk 2:36-38) or seem to argue around a more likely view with unconvincing reasoning (Lk 3:16). In other cases, Bock seems to select the most probable view, an instance being in seeing the sermon (Luke 6) as a condensed version of the same sermon in Mt 5–7. One can also find the second and third soils of Luke 8 taken to represent people not actually saved (148–49). One can wonder in Lk 14:34–35 how inability to be worthy disciples is in harmony with salvation as a gift, for the work passes by this. Bock in most verses touches clearly on key issues and… lacks space to deal with every important matter… For a work with much application, cf. Darrell Bock, Luke (NIV Application Commentary. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1996). (Rosscup, J. Commentaries for Biblical Expositors)

Cyril Barber - A well-researched, well-outlined, and well-written commentary that is easy to read. Uses the text of the NIV. Adequately explains the theological themes relating to the life and mission of Christ. Recommended.

JIM BOMKAMP - Sermons

GENE BROOKS - Sermons

A B BRUCE - Expositor's Greek Testament

HENRY BURTON - Expositor's Bible Commentary

D Edmond Hiebert - A practical, warm-hearted exposition by a conservative scholar. Although written during the nineteenth century, it is rich in its interpretative contents, as, for example, on chapter 15.

  • Luke 15 - Has all of the following in easier to read format

JOHN CALVIN

CAMBRIDGE BIBLE COMMENTARY

CAMBRIDGE GREEK TESTAMENT - FARRAR, F W

D Edmond Hiebert - Greek text. The work of a famous British scholar of the past century. In spite of its age, the phrase-by-phrase treatment is worth consulting.

ALAN CARR - Sermons

RICH CATHERS - sermons with frequent illustrations

2000 Study

CENTURY BIBLE COMMENTARY

OSWALD CHAMBERS

ADAM CLARKE - Commentary

STEVEN COLE - Sermons

THOMAS CONSTABLE - Expository Notes

W A CRISWELL - Sermons

RON DANIEL

BOB DEFFINBAUGH - Sermons

DEVOTIONAL AND  PRACTICAL COMMENTARY -  1840

DICTIONARY OF JESUS AND THE GOSPELS 

JOHN DUMMELOW - COMMENTARY

DAN DUNCAN - Sermons

J LIGON DUNCAN - Sermons

EASY ENGLISH - Commentary

CHARLES ELLICOTT

CHARLES R ERDMAN - Commentary

Rosscup comments: Concise treatments are given to each of the NT books. The main value of the set lies in its clear synthesis which helps the student grasp the flow of thought as he moves through a book. Erdman possessed a lucid writing style. He was amillennial. (Rosscup, J. Commentaries for Biblical Expositors)

D Edmond Hiebert - A devotional and practical exposition, in paragraph form, by a conservative Presbyterian scholar.

ESV STUDY BIBLE -  - Excellent resource but not always literal in eschatology and the nation of Israel 

EXPLORE THE BIBLE

EXPOSITOR'S BIBLE COMMENTARY - Well done. Evangelical. These can be borrowed

EXPOSITOR'S DICTIONARY OF TEXTS

JAMES FOOTE - Commentary

Spurgeon comments: "We frequently consult this work and never without finding in it things new and old. To preachers who will not steal the lectures, but use them suggestively, they will be extremely serviceable." (Spurgeon - Commenting on Commentaries)

DON FORTNER'S SERMON OUTLINES

A C GAEBELEIN Annotated Bible

GENE GETZ VIDEO PRINCIPLES  GOSPEL OF LUKE

  • Luke; Principle #35; Lk. 15:1-32; p. 1412 The Lost is Found: We are to rejoice and celebrate whenever an unsaved person repents and becomes a member of God's eternal family. Video

JOHN GILL - Commentary

FREDERIC GODET - Commentary

Spurgeon has these comment on Godet: Dr. Meyer says: “To an immense erudition, to a living piety, Godet unites a profound feeling of reality; there is here a vivifying breath, an ardent love for the Saviour, which helps the disciple to comprehend the work, the acts, the words of his Divine Master.” (Spurgeon - Commenting on Commentaries)

Cyril Barber - An exhaustive, technical commentary that ably defends the cardinal doctrines of the Christian faith while expounding the text. Deserves a place on the shelf of every pastor. 

D Edmond Hiebert - An exhaustive, technical commentary by a conservative French theologian of the past century. Godet's theological and critical conservatism is clearly revealed in this work on Luke. Of abiding value in spite of its age.

Rosscup comments: Though old, this work is almost exhaustive in dealing with interpretive problems and shows a wide acquaintance with commentators of all ages up to his day. He is regarded by Greek authorities as weak on textual criticism but strong on exegesis. (Rosscup, J. Commentaries for Biblical Expositors)

BRUCE GOETTSCHE - SERMONS ON LUKE

GOSPEL COALITION - Sermons

GOTQUESTIONS

BILLY GRAHAM

L M GRANT - Commentary

DAVE GUZIK - Commentary

JAMES HASTINGS

ROBERT HAWKER - Poor Man's Commentary

WILLIAM HENDRIKSEN - 

Cyril Barber - Fills a long-felt need for a comprehensive, scholarly exposition of this neglected gospel. Structures Luke's thematic presentation around Christ's words "the work which Thou gavest Me to do:' Treats Christ's ministry in terms of its inauguration, continuation, and consummation.

MATTHEW HENRY - Commentary

DANIEL HILL - 348 pages - more modern commentary

F B HOLE - Commentary

HOLMAN PUBLISHING - well done, conservative study Bible notes

HOMILETICS

DAVID HOLWICK

GARY INRIG 

HARRY IRONSIDE - Commentary

JAMIESON, FAUSSET, BROWN - Commentary

LOWELL JOHNSON - Sermons

These sermons that make a great starting point for preaching or teaching Luke and are all on one page. It is not cleaned up yet (lots of spaces, poor right margins, etc) but all the material is there. Click here and scroll down. 

  • The Lost Sheep:  A Parable of Salvation                            Luke 15:1-7 
  • The Lost Silver:  A Parable of Celebration                          Luke 15:8-10
  • The Lost Son:  A Parable of Restoration                             Luke 15:11-24 
  • The Prodigal Father                                                             Luke 15:11-24  
  • A Loving Father                                                                   Luke 15:11-12, 25-32
  • The Lost Sibling:  The Other Prodigal                                 Luke 15:25-32

HAMPTON KEATHLEY

WILLIAM KELLY - Commentary

Cyril Barber - An excellent handling of Luke's theme, replete with the author's own translation and an exposition that is at once refreshing and satisfying.

FRANKLIN L KIRKSEY

KJV BIBLE COMMENTARY - Edward Hindson and Woodrow M Kroll

Well done conservative commentary that interprets Scripture from a literal perspective.  User reviews - 372 ratings - I have found the comments are very good but not generally in great depth. It is worth check as you may glean additional insights on a passage. It is not strictly speaking verse by verse but does cover many verses. 

  • KJV Bible Commentary. - note if you want to use copy and paste function, select the one page view. Two page view does not allow copy/paste.

PAUL E. KRETZMANN - Lutheran Perspective

LANGE'S COMMENTARY - J J VAN OOSTERZEE - Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures 

Spurgeon writes "Oosterzee in Lange is excellent."

D Edmond Hiebert - In keeping with the series to which it belongs, the massive material is presented in three parts: exegetical and critical, doctrinal and ethical, and homiletical and practical. Conservative in viewpoint. Valuable for those willing to dig into its vast stores of material, much of which is definitely dated.

LIFE APPLICATION BIBLE - Notes on Luke (158 pages) includes nice black and white maps

JOHN LIGHTFOOT - Commentary

JOHN MACARTHUR- verse by verse - probably the best expositor in the last 100 years but very literal and conservative

WILLIAM MACDONALD - commentary on whole Bible. Often has pithy, practical and very insightful comments.

John MacArthur - "Concise yet comprehensive - the most complete single-volume commentary I have seen."

Warren Wiersbe - "For the student who is serious about seeing Christ in the Word." 

ALEXANDER MACLAREN - sermons with a devotional bent

J VERNON MCGEE - Thru the Bible comments - often has pithy comments

BRYN MACPHAIL

F B MEYER - Devotional

HEINRICH MEYER - Commentary - lots of Greek

J R MILLER - Devotional Hours

J MIKE MINNIX

EDWARD C MITCHELL - from The Parables of the NT Spiritually Unfolded

G. CAMPBELL MORGAN - Sermons

HENRY MORRIS - Defender's Study Bible Notes - well-known creationist. Conservative. Millennial. 

LEON MORRIS - Tyndale New Testament Commentary - borrow this resource

Matheson (Ligonier) - Christians should pick up and read anything they find by the late Leon Morris. For those who may not have the time to dig into a 2,100-page commentary and are looking for a great introductory-level commentary on Luke, Morris is the place to begin.

Cyril Barber - A clear, forthright presentation of the facts surrounding the authorship and date of this gospel, followed by almost 300 pages of exposition. A handy and helpful volume.

James Rosscup - Morris has written a good conservative commentary of some detail. It is lucid and not technical in nature.

Tim Challies - The inherent and deliberate limits of the Tyndale New Testament Commentaries means that this volume is relatively short (370 pages) and written at a popular level. This is the entry-level commentary for those who would like just one volume on Luke. Morris has written commentaries on many books of the Bible and they are uniformly sound even if they are rarely considered the top of the class.

ROBERT NEIGHBOUR - Living Water Commentary

NET BIBLE NOTES  - somewhat technical but you can find some practical "nuggets" from time to time

JAMES NISBET'S - Church Pulpit Commentary

NIV STUDY BIBLE - notes are brief but helpful. This must be borrowed.

  • Zondervan NIV Study Bible - (2011) 2570 pages - use the new edition if available.
  • The NIV Study Bible by Barker, Kenneth L; Burdick, Donald W (1995) 2250 pages. Note this is the first edition. This resource has been fully revised in 2020. 

NKJV STUDY BIBLE - online no restriction for use - notes are brief but conservative and well-done

  • Luke - for easiest copy/paste select theater view.

OUR DAILY BREAD - Devotionals, Good Sermon Illustrations

JOSEPH PARKER

PASTOR LIFE - sermons

EDWARD PAYSON

PETER PETT - Commentary

JOHN PIPER - Sermons

ALFRED PLUMMER - International Critical Commentary - Detailed Comments Verse by Verse

Rosscup comments: This used to be often considered the best older commentary on the Greek. (Rosscup, J. Commentaries for Biblical Expositors)

D. D. Salmond - It is distinguished throughout by learning, sobriety of judgment, and sound exegesis. It is a weighty contribution to the interpretation of the third Gospel, and will take an honorable place in the series of which it forms a part. 

J. H. Thayer - It is a valuable and welcome addition to our somewhat scanty stock of first-class commentaries on the third Gospel. By its scholarly thoroughness it well sustains the reputation which the International Series has already won. 

Cyril Barber - A most exhaustive and helpful treatment of the Greek text.

E H PLUMPTRE, D.D. - New Testament Commentary for English Readers Edited by Charles J Ellicott, D.D.

MATTHEW POOLE - Commentary

PREACHER'S HOMILETICAL - Commentary - Includes Germ Notes, Illustrations, Homilies

PREACHER'S OUTLINE AND SERMON BIBLE (POSB) - This resource can be very helpful. Must be borrowed and no copy/paste. 

RAY PRITCHARD

PULPIT COMMENTARY 

REFORMATION STUDY BIBLE - study notes

JOHN R RICE

RON RITCHIE - Sermons

A. T. ROBERTSON - Word Pictures in the NT

DON ROBINSON- sermons

J C RYLE - Commentary

ROB SALVATO - Sermons

JOHNNY SANDERS - verse by verse notes but notes are very brief

SERMONAUDIO - PDF's of sermons - Be aware there might be some variation in quality so be a Berean! 

SERMON BIBLE COMMENTARY

CHARLES SIMEON - Sermons

CHUCK SMITH - Sermon Notes

JAMES SMITH - HANDFULS OF PURPOSE GOSPEL OF LUKE

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  • THE LOST SHEEP. Luke 15:1-7.
  • THE LOST SILVER. Luke 15:8-10.
  • THE LOST SON. Luke 15:11-24.
  • LOST SYMPATHY. Luke 15:25-32.

R C SPROUL DEVOTIONALS

C. H. SPURGEON - Sermons, et al

RAY STEDMAN

WILLIAM B STEVENS

JOHN STEVENSON - Sermons

ALAN STEWART

T. DE WITT TALMAGE

THIRD MILLENNIUM STUDY NOTES

GEOFF THOMAS - Sermons​​​​

DAVID THOMPSON - sermons - average about 6 pages, verse by verse exposition. Literal. Conservative. (Audios are available but only pdf's are listed)

TODAY IN THE WORD - devotionals

JOHN TRAPP - Commentary

BOB UTLEY

MARVIN VINCENT - Greek Word Studies

WARREN WIERSBE - Always worth checking for preaching/teaching points.

Rosscup - One of America’s most appreciated staunchly evangelical Bible conference teachers gives diligent, refreshing expositions. These are all of his 23 separate, earlier books in the “Be” series on the New Testament. He strikes a particular appeal with lay people as he crystallizes sections, deals with some of the verses, handles certain problems and backgrounds and applies principles. He is premillennial.

Cyril Barber - Together these volumes treat the gospel of Luke. Wiersbe, who is a pastor's pastor, outlines and expounds the text with exemplary skill. These books are ideal for individual or group Bible study.

Cyril Barber - This is a book (referring to Wiersbe's Expository Outlines) of exceptional merit. Pastors, missionaries, and Christian workers will profit from its use. Wiersbe introduces each book of the NT, provides an outline, and then furnishes his readers with a chapter-by-chapter discussion of the contents. The homiletic style is a “plus.” Recommended.

OCTAVIUS WINSLOW

WYCLIFFE BIBLE COMMENTARY - Merrill C Tenney authored the Gospel of Luke. Scripture in left column, comments in right column

James Rosscup - Tenney is limited in his space, but usually makes good use of it to explain verses so as to provide help. He is conservative and premillennial. Sometimes he is quite clear, other times one can only guess what he means when he is vague, as when he says that “the kingdom of God is nigh at hand” (Lk 21:29) are words complementary to Lk 17:21, “The kingdom of God is within you” (p. 1063). Overall he offers a fairly good commentary for those wanting a brief study with considerable competence behind it.

SERMONS BY VERSE - Luke 15 - Older expositions

A Bitter Charge the Highest Tribute W. Clarkson Luke 15:1, 2
An Appeal to Sinners C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:1-2
Christ Receives All Van Doren. Luke 15:1-2
Christ Receiving Sinners J. Burns, D. D. Luke 15:1-2
Christ Receiving Sinners E. Horton. Luke 15:1-2
Christ Receiving Sinners J. P. Eyre, M. A. Luke 15:1-2
Christ's Demeanour Towards Sinners M. Dods, D. D. Luke 15:1-2
Christ's Influence with the Masses W. E. McKay. Luke 15:1-2
Christ's Treatment of Sinners F. W. Robertson, M. A. Luke 15:1-2
Jesus Receiving Sinners J. Jowett, M. A. Luke 15:1-2
Murmuring N. Rogers. Luke 15:1-2
Open House for All Comers C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:1-2
Publicans and Sinners Drawn to Christ N. Rogers. Luke 15:1-2
The Approachableness of Jesus C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:1-2
The Devil's Castaways Received by Christ   Luke 15:1-2
The Worst Capable of Much N. Rogers. Luke 15:1-2
This Man Receiveth Sinners W. R. Clark, M. A. Luke 15:1-2
Murmurs on Earth, and Joy in Heaven W. Clarkson Luke 15:1-10
A Search that Never Fails   Luke 15:3-7
Angels' Joy Over Penitence C. S. Robinson, D. D. Luke 15:3-7
Anxieties of Pastoral Care   Luke 15:3-7
Celestial Sympathy De Witt Talmage, D. D. Luke 15:3-7
Christ Seeking the Lost N. Rogers. Luke 15:3-7
Christian Joy At a Sinner's Conversion C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:3-7
Christ's Sympathy for Sinners C. E. Walker. Luke 15:3-7
God Mindful of the Unit N. Rogers. Luke 15:3-7
God Seeking After Men T. Arnold, D. D. Luke 15:3-7
In Search of Stray Sheep   Luke 15:3-7
Joy Enhanced by Partnership H. W. Beecher. Luke 15:3-7
Joy in Heaven W. R. Clark, M. A. Luke 15:3-7
Joy of a Community in Recovering the Lost   Luke 15:3-7
Joy Over Penitents R. Hall, M. A. Luke 15:3-7
Joy Over the Saved Dr. Ide. Luke 15:3-7
Last and Found E. S. Attwood. Luke 15:3-7
Lost and Found D. C. Hughes, M. A. Luke 15:3-7
Lost and Found J. R. Thomson, M. A. Luke 15:3-7
Lost, Sought, Found J. W. Burn. Luke 15:3-7
No Instinct To J. Wells. Luke 15:3-7
On the Joy Which is in Heaven At the Repentance of a Sinner Archbishop Tillotson. Luke 15:3-7
One Sheep Against Ninety and Nine   Luke 15:3-7
Parable of the Lost Sheep J. Burns, D. D. Luke 15:3-7
Rejoicing. -- Christ's Joy in Saving Sinners Canon Clayton. Luke 15:3-7
Repentance not Better than Obedience H. Melvill, B. D. Luke 15:3-7
Rescue of Lost   Luke 15:3-7
Saving the Lost W. H. H. Murray. Luke 15:3-7
Search for Soul-Jewels   Luke 15:3-7
Search Prompted by Love H. E. Manning. Luke 15:3-7
Seeking a Lost Shep Sunday School Times Luke 15:3-7
Seeking the Lost J. R. Boyd. Luke 15:3-7
Seeking the Wanderer The Quiver. Luke 15:3-7
Tact in Teaching De Witt Talmage, D. D. Luke 15:3-7
Tenderness of the Good Shepherd T. Guthrie, D. D. Luke 15:3-7
The Danger of the Soul Astray H. E. Manning. Luke 15:3-7
The Good Shepherd in Three Positions C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:3-7
The Joy Occasioned by the Lost Sheep Being Found W. Jay. Luke 15:3-7
The Last Sheep Archdeacon Farrar. Luke 15:3-7
The Lost Found   Luke 15:3-7
The Lost Sheep Repertorium Oratoris Sacri. Luke 15:3-7
The Lost Sheep A. Mursell. Luke 15:3-7
The Lost Sheep W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:3-7
The Lost Sheep Brought Home C. Bradley, M. A. Luke 15:3-7
The Parable of the Lost Sheep C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:3-7
The Parable of the Lost Sheep W. Clarkson Luke 15:3-7
The Sheep that was Lost and Found Stopford A. Brooke, M. A. Luke 15:3-7
The Shepherd Misses One When it has Strayed from the Flock W. Arnot. Luke 15:3-7
The Tendency to Wander Archbishop Trench. Luke 15:3-7
Third Sunday After Trinity J. A. Seiss, D. D. Luke 15:3-7
Until He Find It H. P. Hughes, M. A. Luke 15:3-7
that Which was Lost' Alexander Maclaren Luke 15:4
The Humanity of God Charles Kingsley Luke 15:7
A Priceless Gem C. Standford, D. D. Luke 15:8-10
A Woman's Loss J. Vaughan, M. A. Luke 15:8-10
Broken Harmony J. W. Burn. Luke 15:8-10
God's Search for the Lost J. Pulsford. Luke 15:8-10
Lost in the House J. W. Burn. Luke 15:8-10
Lost to Use J. W. Burn. Luke 15:8-10
Lost Treasure J. R. Boyd. Luke 15:8-10
Man Resembled to Silver Coin N. Rogers. Luke 15:8-10
Man's Fall God's Loss A. Hannay. Luke 15:8-10
The Bible a Moveable Light Calderwood. Luke 15:8-10
The Church's Neglect of Souls R. Winterbotham, M. A. Luke 15:8-10
The Lost Coin W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:8-10
The Lost Groat W. Reischl. Luke 15:8-10
The Lost Piece of Money T. Guthrie, D. D. Luke 15:8-10
The Lost Silver Piece C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:8-10
The Oriental Setting of This Parable Professor Isaac H. Hall. Luke 15:8-10
The Parable of the Lost Silver E. Blencowe, M. A. Luke 15:8-10
The Search of Love Dean Vaughan. Luke 15:8-10
The Spirit's Work in the Soul J. W. Burn. Luke 15:8-10
The Ten Pieces of Silver A. G. Weld. Luke 15:8-10
The Utility of Disturbance W. R. Williams. Luke 15:8-10
Angels and Men D. Moore, M. A. Luke 15:10
Angels Joyful Over the Repentance of a Sinner Essex Remembrancer Luke 15:10
Angels Rejoice Over Repenting Sinners J. Crowther. Luke 15:10
Heaven's Joy Over the Repenting Sinner W. S. Bruce, M. A. Luke 15:10
In the Heavenly Empire   Luke 15:10
Joy Among the Angels Over Repenting Sinners S. V. Leach, D. D. Luke 15:10
Joy in Heaven Over a Repentant Sinner C. Bradley, M. A. Luke 15:10
Joy in Heaven Over Repenting Sinners E. Payson, D. D. Luke 15:10
Joy of the Angels E. H. Chapin, D. D. Luke 15:10
Joy of the Angels Over Even One Repentant Sinner C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:10
Repenting Sinners, a Source of Joy in Heaven J. B. Brown, B. A. Luke 15:10
The Birth of a Soul a Cause of Joy N. Rogers. Luke 15:10
The Greatness of Repentance J. A. James. Luke 15:10
The Joy of Heaven Over a Repentant Sinner J. Geddes, D. D. Luke 15:10
The Joy of the Angels W. Clarkson Luke 15:10
Why Should Angels Rejoice in the Success of Redemption? H. Melvill, B. D. Luke 15:10
The Father's Home W. Clarkson Luke 15:11
The Prodigal and His Father Alexander Maclaren Luke 15:11
A Fast Young Man W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
A Father's Pity and Love   Luke 15:11-32
A Mental Picture R. Wardlaw. Luke 15:11-32
A Mighty Famine James Hamilton, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
A Mind's Transition W. M. Punshon, LL. D. Luke 15:11-32
A Mirror of Mercy Bishop Cowper. Luke 15:11-32
A Moving Story F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
A Patchwork Quilt   Luke 15:11-32
A Sinner Brought to His Right Mind W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
A Sinner Brought to His Right Mind   Luke 15:11-32
A Young Man Come to Himself J. T. Davidson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Abundance in the Father's House C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
Act At Once on Convictions W. B. Mackenzie, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Adoniram Judson's Conversion J. Kennedy, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
An Ignoble Departure Archdeacon Farrar. Luke 15:11-32
Beneficial Results of Affliction James Hamilton, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Bitterness of Prodigal Sin J. H. Thomson, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Brought to Himself F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Carlyle and the Crust   Luke 15:11-32
Coming to One's Self H. W. Beecher. Luke 15:11-32
Complete Surrender to God J. H. Newman, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Concluding Reflection on This Parable F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Confession and Restoration W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
Confession of Sin C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
Constant Obedience Better than Repentance J. Jortin, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Contracted Views in Religion J. H. Newman, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Conversion not Necessarily a Protracted Process W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Dearth; or Pain the End of Sinful Pleasure Bishop Cowper. Luke 15:11-32
Deceived by Pleasure C. Leach. Luke 15:11-32
Departure from Home W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
Eastern Law of Inheritance James Foote, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Eating the Husks A. G. Thomson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Elder Brotherliness W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Ever with God F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Famine Makers J. Parker, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Father W. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Feeding Swine James Hamilton, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Folly of Leading a Gay Life   Luke 15:11-32
From Home, and Back W. Clarkson Luke 15:11-32
Gaming to Himself W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
Give Me My Portion W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
God Allows Man to Use His Independence W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
God Does not Deny Foolish, Inexperienced Man His Wish F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
God's Joy At the Sinner's Return C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
Good Reasons for Joy W. B. Mackenzie, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Good Resolutions Brought to Perfection N. Rogers. Luke 15:11-32
Good Resolutions Must be Acted Upon J. Jortin, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Good Resolutions to be Cherished N. Rogers. Luke 15:11-32
Great Resolutions J. Wells. Luke 15:11-32
He Came to Himself C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
Heavenly Merry-Makings J. Wells. Luke 15:11-32
Homesickness De W. Talmage, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Hunger Felt T. Guthrie, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Husks Prof. Isaac H. Hall. Luke 15:11-32
Impiety Urging Unjust Demands W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
In Want W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Inordinate Sorrow not Necessary to Repentance N. Rogers. Luke 15:11-32
Joy on the Prodigal's Return De W. Talmage, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Leaving Home James Hamilton, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Life Abroad W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
Life After Death F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Love for All F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Luther's Awakening J. Kennedy, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Man Going into the Far Country Bishop Cowper. Luke 15:11-32
Man Invited to Return to His Home Christian Age Luke 15:11-32
Money All Gone Dr. Talmage. Luke 15:11-32
Moral Declension F. D. Maurice, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
My Father Will Meet Me   Luke 15:11-32
Our Need of the Father A. P. Peabody. Luke 15:11-32
Parable of the Prodigal Son T. Dwight, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Pharisaism in Ourselves Marcus Dods, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Pretty Near to the Husks   Luke 15:11-32
Religion no Waste Bishop Cowper. Luke 15:11-32
Resolution Lasting N. Rogers. Luke 15:11-32
Resolution not Followed to Execution N. Rogers. Luke 15:11-32
Revulsion After Excess James Hamilton, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Riotous Living James Hamilton, D,D. Luke 15:11-32
Sadness of a Lapse After Recovery F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Satan's Assailing Resolutions N. Rogers. Luke 15:11-32
Self-Importance W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Sin and its Consequences W. M. Punshon, LL. D. Luke 15:11-32
Sin as Insanity W. R. Clark, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Sin Costly Bishop Cowper. Luke 15:11-32
The Angry Brother W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
The Beginning Starvation W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A Luke 15:11-32
The Best Robe J. Dobie, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Best Robe D. Winters. Luke 15:11-32
The Best Robe F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Danger of Trifling with Convictions C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
The Dawn of Better Things W. B. Mackenzie, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Degradation F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Difficulty of God's Service to Recent Converts J. H. Newman, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Discontented Son Gets His Wish W. B. Mackenzie, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Divided Living F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Efficacy and Joy of Repentance Bishop Wm. Alexander. Luke 15:11-32
The Elder Brother The Lay Preacher Luke 15:11-32
The Elder Son E. Mellor, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Elder Son J. O. Dykes, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Elder Son's Disposition W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Elder Son's Dissatisfaction F. D. Maurice, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Far Country W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Far Country Bishop Cowper. Luke 15:11-32
The Fatherhood of God J. Vaughan, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Fatherland James Hamilton, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Father's Joy At Thy Sinner's Return F. D. Maurice, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Father's Readiness to Forgive   Luke 15:11-32
The Father's Silence Prof. Calderwood. Luke 15:11-32
The Folly of Extravagance James Hamilton, D. D Luke 15:11-32
The Fruits of Sin W. R. Clark, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Hunger of the Soul H. Bushnell, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Law Restraining a Prodigal   Luke 15:11-32
The Madness of Sin J. Burns, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Madness of Sinners J. Orton. Luke 15:11-32
The Madness of Sinners W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Merry Household W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
The Nature and Consequences of Sin W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Pain of Self-Awakening W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Parable of Fatherhood Bishop Alexander. Luke 15:11-32
The Parable of the Prodigal A. G. Thomson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Parable of the Prodigal Son Geo. Gerrard. Luke 15:11-32
The Parable of the Prodigal Son Repertorium Oratoris Sacri. Luke 15:11-32
The Pearl of Parables C. S. Robinson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Penitent Received W. R. Clark, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal The Lay Preacher Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal J. Sanderson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal and His Brother F. W. Robertson, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Repenting C. D. Marston, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son E. N. Kirk. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son T. D. Gregg, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son T. Kelly. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son J. Burns, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son D. O. Mears. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son A. E. Dunning. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son D. G. Hughes, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son L. O. Thompson. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son J. R. Boyd. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Conversion W. D. Horwood. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Departure M. F. Sadler. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Elder Brother A. Gatty, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Father De W. Talmage, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Madness F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Reception C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Return J. Burns, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Return R. Winterbotham, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Return C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Return Notes from a Soldier's Diary. Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal's Wandering, Return, and Reception T.B. Baker. Luke 15:11-32
The Reformed Prodigal J. Thomson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Resolution W. M. Taylor, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Return and the Reception W. G. Pascoe. Luke 15:11-32
The Return of the Banished James Hamilton, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Ring J. Ferguson. Luke 15:11-32
The Safety of Moral Return C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
The Sequel J. Burns, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Sinning Soul a Sufferer W. Hoyt, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Temptations to Expense James Hamilton, D,D. Luke 15:11-32
The Turning Point C. H. Spurgeon. Luke 15:11-32
The Worlding Arrested J. Kennedy, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The World's Treatment of its Votaries in Time of Need R. Maguire, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
The Younger and Elder Sons James Foote, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
The Younger Son and His Demand W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Touch Iron F. Ferguson, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Trouble Draws the Soul to God W. Arnot, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Two Prodigals De W. Talmage, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Unsatisfied Desires W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Vain Efforts of the Soul to Find Satisfaction James Hamilton, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Waste W. M. Hay Aitken, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Wasted Lives   Luke 15:11-32
Wasted Substance W. Arnot, D. D. Luke 15:11-32
Wasted Substance W. B. Mackenzie, M. A. Luke 15:11-32
Departure; the Far Country W. Clarkson Luke 15:12, 13
Life in the Far Country W. Clarkson Luke 15:13-15
Number One Thousand; Or, Bread Enough and to Spare Charles Haddon Spurgeon Luke 15:17
The Soul's Return W. Clarkson Luke 15:17-19
The Welcome Home W. Clarkson Luke 15:20-24
Gifts to the Prodigal Alexander Maclaren Luke 15:22
Ungrateful Recipiency and Ample Heritage W. Clarkson Luke 15:31

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