"I have come to respect Edward Fudge as an elder brother in the Lord of keen intellect and warm heart. This book is one of his finest. It brings out the Divine Rescue through Jesus in a way that is scholarly, heart-warming, and approachable for the average Christian. I recommend it highly." … [Read more...]
Edward Fudge guides us through the sweetest of stories
"Edward Fudge guides us through the sweetest of stories--God's relentless pursuit of his fallen people. The drama is real. The drama is ours and, thanks to Edward, the drama is captured on paper." … [Read more...]
Readers of all backgrounds can welcome and absorb
"Fudge balances personal reflection with orderly analysis, and often proffers the reader with succinct summaries of different positions on particularly difficult passages. Though the author has worked through the Greek text, he writes in a manner consistently accessible to the layman -- the result being a pleasant blend that readers of all backgrounds today can welcome and absorb." … [Read more...]
The simplicity of depth
"Edward Fudge dissects the mysterious book of Hebrews with a stirring combination of practicality and scholarship. His goal seems to be the simplicity of depth. I think he hit his target!" … [Read more...]
This commentary is brilliant
"I have long looked to Edward Fudge's writings and advice to assist me in the difficult job of presenting relevant biblical messages to our congregation week to week. I am thrilled that he has tackled Hebrews and left his wisdom in such a useful format for all of us to use in the years to come. This commentary is brilliant." … [Read more...]
A very insightful, non-technical, devotional commentary
"Edward Fudge has written a very insightful, non-technical, devotional commentary on the Book of Hebrews. His recurring 'Why and Wherefore' sections provide excellent summaries of the text and explain the logical connections of sections to context. Today's Christian will find much helpful light in Fudge's commentary in opening up the meaning of a book often thought to be dark and difficult." … [Read more...]
Both theologically responsible and practically helpful
"If you seek a commentary to strengthen your confidence in God's saving grace by the powerful example of Jesus raised and glorified, Edward Fudge on Hebrews will satisfy. With personal insights that address conditions in today's world, this commentary is thorough without being wordy. Avoiding a less-than-helpful dependence on what others have said, the author's adept use of original sources results in a reading of the text that is both theologically responsible and practically helpful. The one who wrote Hebrews did so to encourage. Edward Fudge has done the same." … [Read more...]
His approach is refreshing and helpful
"Edward Fudge has skillfully bridged the gap between the world of the ancient text and the world of the contemporary believer who seeks to hear the voice of God through the pages of Scripture. He successfully conducts serious exegetical exploration without introducing overly-technical jargon or explicit citations of Greek vocabulary and syntax. Both the non-biblical studies specialist and the preacher-teacher will find his approach refreshing and helpful. Readers also will find valuable his concise, clear, and cogent discussion of thorny theological issues raised by the text of … [Read more...]
I commend this book to all serious students of the word of God
"Fudge has written a concise, informative and thorough commentary. In 'problem' areas of the biblical text, he offers solutions, yet does not try to force his judgments upon the readers, challenging them all the while to think 'outside the box.' I commend this book to all serious students of the word of God." … [Read more...]
Such an encouraging and accessible style
"Edward Fudge has highlighted the book of Hebrews in such an encouraging and accessible style that this book could be called a 'devotional commentary.' Fudge's passion for preaching Jesus in a manner that is easily understood shines through on each page." … [Read more...]