“Great, accessible guide!”
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. My review reflects my honest opinion.
I'll admit it. When I think of commentaries, I usually expect something that's either too academic or too devotional. 1 Kings for You manages to avoid both.
Tim Chester has a way of walking through the text that feels like sitting down with a wise pastor over a cup of coffee. He follows a mostly verse-by-verse approach, so you're never too far from the biblical text itself, but he also does a great job slowing down to point out details and themes I may have missed on my own.
I also appreciated the discussion questions at the end of each chapter. They make this a great resource whether you're studying by yourself or leading a small group.
If you've ever wanted a commentary that's thoughtful without feeling intimidating, I think this series is a great place to start.
We're so glad that you enjoyed this new book in the God's Word For You series, Erick! The series aims to strike the balance you've mentioned, so it's really encouraging to see that it came through in Tim's writing.
