This highly original commentary on James by respected New Testament scholar Douglas Moo combines penetratยญing scholarship with the simplicity of style and pastoral tone characteristic of James itself. After discussing such background issues as authorship, genre, purpose, structure, and theology, Moo provides a verse-by-verse exposition of the text that leads readers to the heart of Jamesโs messageโwholehearted commitment to Christ. In addition to expounding the meaning of James, Moo also takes care to provide practical insights for applying that meaning in the church today.ย
At once scholarly and accessible, this volยญume has become a standard commentary on James. The second edition is based upon the newest version of the NIV and incorporates the latest scholarship.ย It has been expanded, updated, and revised throughout.