The gospel of luke has been called the loveliest book in the world. William barclay s insightful commentary brings freshness to these familiar passages and uncovers the vivid depth of meaning often lost in translation and repetition. The gospel of matthew, volume one ebook 9781611640175 by william barclay. In preparing the expositions on the beatitudes i enjoyed reading william barclay s, the plain man looks at the beatitudes, and the relevant chapters in martin lloydjones, studies in the sermon on the mount. Crossan imagines that its here we see gods distributive justice, gods radical dream for an earth distributed fairly and nonviolently among all its people. The ten commandments and the sermon on the mount by william barclay book condition. Review as we continue our study of the sermon on the mount, we are reminded that this sermon is a constitution for those who enter christs new kingdom. Used books may not include companion materials, may have some shelf wear, may contain highlightingnotes. Martyn lloydjones, the cost of discipleship by dietrich bonhoeffer, the m. There are good and compelling reasons for thinking that the sermon. Now with updated language, the most popular commentary of all time comes with clarification of outdated phrases and illustrations. The gospel of the beatitudes sermon on the mount wk 9. Ukraine and is a pioneer of the israeli messianic jewish community and author of books in.
The new daily study biblethe gospel of matthew, volume. Dec 18, 2014 one of the great things and difficulties about preaching through the sermon on the mount is that there are so many resources available in english. See all books authored by william barclay, including the gospel of luke new daily study bible s. Sermon on the mount by william barclay 2003, hardcover. And now, in the sermon on the mount, matthew shows us jesus instructing his disciples in the. Find books like sermon on the mount from the worlds largest community of readers. This title contains important messages from the sermon on the mount retold in a way that is easy to read and accessible for children, focusing on a young boy listening to jesus and relating what jesus says to his own life. I used no fewer than ten books regularly in my sermon preparation. Buy a cheap copy of sermon on the mount book by arthur w.
Journey with barclay and rediscover the baptism of jesus, the sermon on the mount and the challenges of discipleship. The ten commandments and the sermon on the mount by barclay, william, bsrclay, william isbn. The ten commandments and the sermon on the mount by william barclay and william bsrclay 22 may 1972 4. At heart it means to be entirely practical, as the science of the name would indicate. Matthew 5 commentary william barclays daily study bible. For almost fifty years and for thousands of readers, the daily study bible commentaries have been the ideal help for both devotional and serious bible study. Guelich taught at northern baptist, chicago and, at the time, his 451 page book, which grew out of a doctoral dissertation at the university of hamburg, was heralded as the first major study on the sermon for forty years. Among jesus teachings, the sermon on the mount is perhaps the most beloved, the best known, the least understood, and the hardest to obey, says daniel doriani. Do the ten commandments and the sermon on the mount have anything to say to us today. Do the ten commandments and the sermon on the mount have anything to say to us in the 21st. There is a tendency to take a verse from this sermon and isolate it. It can be very tempting for religious people to read jesus words in the beatitudes as a list of things to do in order to become blessed.
This book is an exposition of the sermon on the mount that assists the reader in understanding and living out the demands of the christian life as jesus presents them in matthew 57. Bible commentaries william barclay s daily study bible matthew 6. The ten commandments and the sermon on the mount barclay, william on. Cultural, social, and historical contexts grand rapids. There are good and compelling reasons for thinking that the sermon on the mount is far more than one sermon, that it is, in fact, a kind of epitome of all the sermons that jesus ever. Nowhere in history did the jews see the delivering power of god so clearly and definitely demonstrated as in the events which brought them out of egypt. And it came to pass, when jesus had finished these words. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. The bible is a textbook of metaphysics and the teachings of jesus expresswithout dogmaa practical approach for the development of the soul and for the shaping of our lives into. Shadrach, meshach and abednego watched as the soldiers who had brought them to this place fell over dead due to the overwhelming heat.
William barclay gives us an excellent insight into the nature of the true church. Students examine and analyze key issues and interpretations in the sermon. The gospel of matthew, volume one paper william barclay. In his spiritual autobiography, william barclay, the venerable scottish scholar, tells the tragedy of losing his 21yearold daughter and her fiance who were drowned in a boating accident. Having written more than fifty books, he is probably best known as the author of the seventeen new testament volumes in the daily study bible series. Perkins went too far when he said of the sermon on the mount, it may justly be called the key of the whole bible.
May 07, 2004 william barclay lists 6 points on which early christians were slandered. The ten commandments and the sermon on the mount by william barclay 19720522 by william barclay isbn. The sermon has been one of the most widely quoted elements of the canonical gospels this is the first of the five discourses of matthew, the other four being matthew 10, matthew 153, matthew 18 and the olivet discourse in matthew 24. The words of jesus in the sermon on the mount have moved and challenged men and women since he first spoke. This is actually true of anything in the bible, or any literature that purports to relate historical fact. Distilled from years of study and lecture, affirmed by nearly a million readers over the last fifty years, emmet foxs answer in the sermon on the mount is simple. Repackaged and republished, jesuss sermon on the mount by d.
The sermon on the mount our daily bread university. Reviews and ratings of biblical, theological, and practical christian works. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The sermon on the mount is not one single sermon which jesus preached on one definite situation. Buy the plain man looks at the beatitudes new edition by william barclay isbn. Judging others 1 do not judge others, so that god will not judge you, 2 for god will judge you in the same way you judge others, and he will apply to you the same rules you apply to others. The gospel of matthew volume one by william barclay. Passover lamb the passover lamb stood for two things. Jul 25, 2000 what does it mean to seek first the kingdom of god in our relationships, values, ambitions, finances and commitments. New testament, a new generation will appreciate the wisdom of william barclay. In this twelvesession lifeguide bible study, youll dig deep into his startling and challenging messagethe greatest sermon ever preached. Goodreads members who liked sermon on the mount also liked. John stotts teaching on this timeless text shows how its value system, ethical standard, religious devotion and network of relationships clearly distinguish it from both the nominal church and the secular world.
There are good and compelling reasons for thinking that the sermon on. In his story of the baptism of jesus he shows us jesus realizing that the hour has struck, that the call to action has come, and that jesus must go. The structure of the sermon on the mount places that parallel within the context of teaching on the tenth commandment and therefore of the wrong motive of covetousness see main outline, a similar context to that implied by james wrong motives and that you may spend it for your pleasures jas 4. The sermon on the mount study book, she reads truth. The gospel of matthew volume one by william barclay goodreads. Youll write powerful and fresh messages every week with our preparation tools on a number of sermon topics, including expository preaching.
The inspirational and insightful comments on the new testament book of matthew come from a beloved scottish preacher. The gospel of matthew, volume oneenlarged paper william. It is my prayer that god may continue to use the daily study bible to enable men better to understand his word. Matthew overview william barclays daily study bible. Westminster john knox press though we find the gospel of matthew first in the new testament, many scholars believe that the gospel of mark is older. Mar 31, 2015 jesus, like moses before him, goes up on the mount to deliver a new law to the people. Simply put, the book is an exposition of matthew 510, focusing on the sermon on the mount in part one and then focusing on jesus christs interaction and confrontation with the world in part two. In his story of the temptations he shows us jesus deliberately cho. The ten commandments and the sermon on the mount by william barclay paperback, 1972 at the best online prices at ebay. Christian books on sermon on the mount best commentaries.
William barclay s brilliant communication, downtoearth approach, and sheer enthusiasm have inspired generations of readers. The sermon on the mount now passing its 65th birthdayremains a vital and provocative introduction to the ideas at the heart of christian science. The very idea that the book of job was written to contradict is that goodness and. Stunning, colourful illustrations back up the story in an appealing way. These new editions contain a new foreword from renowned theologian and author alister. This first volume of william barclay s thoughtful study of the gospel of matthew brings startling insights into jesus early life and teaching. This is the first of the five discourses of matthew, the other four being matthew 10, matthew. The ten commandments and the sermon on the mount by william barclay 19720522 on. Is there any good book or commentary on the sermon on the mount.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Matthew 6 commentary william barclays daily study bible. Jesus answer to these questions amazed those who first heard the sermon on the mount. There should be no doubt that what is contained in this sermon is as relevant today as it was the day it was first spoken by the lord jesus christ. The sermon has been one of the most widely quoted elements of the canonical gospels. Dec 29, 2000 in all of the teachings of jesus, the sermon on the mount is the longest discourse we have recorded. Luke 9 commentary william barclays daily study bible. Matthew then is often seen as an expansion of mark, incorporating most of the content of mark while also adding sections that cont. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them.
The message of the sermon on the mount christian counterculture, 1985 strecker, george, the sermon on the mount. This first volume gives vivid insights to this sacred book of saint matthew and covers its first ten chapters. Sermon on the mount lesson 1 sermon by bill prater, matthew 5. The essence of jesus teachings is clearly portrayed in his sermon on the mount. With clarification of less familiar illustrations and inclusion of more contemporary language, the new. Suppose a great doctor discovers a cure for cancer. Commandments and the sermon on the mount by william barclay paperback. He scorned a view of the atonement in which the death of. See all books authored by william barclay, including the acts of the apostles daily study bible series, and the gospel of luke new daily study bible s.
Character formation and decision making in matthew 57, 2004 thielicke, helmut, life can begin again. The gospel of matthew, volume oneenlarged paper william barclay. For more than fifty years and for millions of readers around the world, the new daily study bible commentaries have been the ideal help for both devotional and serious bible study. Best books on the best sermon the gospel coalition. Following matthews introduction to the person of jesus 1. William barclay books list of books by author william.
This examination of jesus manifesto in the sermon on the mount, with its provocative discussion questions, provides an excellent lesson study for personal enrichment, for use by small groups and classes, and for sermon preparation by teachers and preachers. The gospel of matthew volume one by william barclay is a very informative and comprehensive study on the gospel according to saint matthew. Sermon illustration william barclays spiritual autobiography. In crossans defense, the beginning of the sermon on the mount sounds warm and fuzzy. The sermon on the mount with john stott by john stott with. Davies, the setting of the sermon on the mount to celebrate the happiest time of the year the beginning of school, i am going to give away a few books on reading acts. Stassens living the sermon on the mount the constant stream of books and studies published on matthew 57 shows the enduring appeal and challenge of the section commonly known as the sermon on the mount. The historical context of the sermon on the mount bible. What stands in the sermon on the mount is, from the point of view of paul, luther or calvin, complete heresy. An old testament lesson of what jesus teaches in his sermon on the mount in matthew 5. Glasgow william barclay table of contents general introduction introduction to matthew the lineage of the king matt. The sermon on the mount is jesus most inspiring and challenging description of the christian counterculture. Old law and the new law by william barclay paperback. But before it can become available for everyone, it.
Here is a quote from john pipers book brothers we are not professionals cautioning us on the use of william barclay s material barclay s autobiography is the more depressing when i think how many evangelical pastors have fed on barclay s commentaries for almost every sermon. Personally, i havent read any yet, but it seems as i will. Used books may not include companion materials, may have some shelf wear. Matthew sets the whole sermon on the mount in the context of the disciples. William barclay s perceptive study raises questions about war and peace, god and materialism, and about fostering essential relationships and values, within the context of the old law and the new law. Matthew 11 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, as set of 17 volumes on the new testament, the result of barclay s dedicated work. Introduction brian schwertley the sermon on the mount the first and lengthiest of the five discourses of jesus in matthew is one of the most rich and interesting, yet misunderstood, sections of sacred scripture.
Now, with the release of the new daily study bible. But he amassed the greatest private library in scotland amounting to 17,000 books. The structure of the gospel is underlined by the five great sermons of christ, which always end with the same sentence. Jesus sermon on the mount and his confrontation with the. Mark 11 commentary william barclays daily study bible.
Luke 9 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, as set of 17 volumes on the new testament, the result of barclay s dedicated work. Sermon on the mount bakers evangelical dictionary of. Padfield 1 introduction to the beatitudes introduction. The sermon on the mount occupies chapters 5, 6 and 7 of the gospel of matthew. Sermon on the mount of the five discourses of jesus in matthew, the sermon on the mount chaps. I dont want to talk about turning the other cheek matt. A commentary on the sermon on the mount, carefully and practically demonstrating the way of life taught by jesus.
The ten commandments and the sermon on the mount by william barclay 8feb2012 paperback on. Mar 05, 2010 the historical context of the sermon on the mount for any event in the life of jesus, we need to keep in mind two different contexts in which to understand the event. Two weeks ago, i gave jake bodet a copy of the world of the new testament. A carson, expositors bible commentary, matthew 112 zondervan. The sermon on the mount is what we look like when christ has his unhindered way in our lives. In his story of the baptism of jesus he shows us jesus realizing that the hour has struck, that the call to action has come, and that jesus must go forth on his crusade. Matthew 11 commentary william barclays daily study bible. Stott provides an expository study of the sermon as found in matthew 57. In this second volume examining the gospel of matthew, discover again the miracles, the parables and the resurrection of jesus.