Description
There is no greater investment of one’s time and energy than to read and study God’s Word. The psalmist explained, “The entrance of your word gives light and understanding to those who are simple.” Believing these words to be true, we humbly present the New Testament Exposition Commentary (NTEC) series to local churches for their understanding and guidance in God’s truth.
Regular Baptist Ministries and the editors of the NTEC series share the goal of serving the church well through the careful exposition of the entire New Testament. This is important for three reasons. First, Christ announced to His disciples on the night before His trial, “This is my blood of the new covenant.” What had been prophesied and longed for in the Hebrew Scriptures finds fulfillment in Christ. Without contradiction Christ will redeem Israel through His blood while calling many to Himself “out of the nations.” What was “a mystery, which had been hidden in God for ages” is now revealed in His Word; this is our pursuit.
Second, Christ said, “I will build my church.” The New Testament explains Christ’s unique design to form His church in this present age through His Spirit. Such divine direction requires the redeemed—Christ’s Body—to know His plan and to act within their local churches to magnify Him in a hurting, helpless world. This instruction is found only in the Bible.
Finally, though Christ said He would ascend back to Heaven after His resurrection, He promised, “I will come again.” While we eagerly await “the glorious appearing of our Savior” and His subsequent earthly reign, we trace the inspired text, which equips us to follow Him.
The NTEC series honors the integrity and authority of Christ’s words to His church. We pray local church members will be transformed into Christlikeness as they study God’s Word with the help of these volumes.
Reviews
"Understanding Romans is foundational to understanding the Christian faith. It is critical that the gospel is explained accurately, especially considering theological confusion today, and Daniel Davey does a tremendous job of this. With clarity and consistency, he focuses on the person and work of Jesus Christ. A sense of gratitude fills this commentary's pages, making the gospel's generosity center stage.
"From justification to reconciliation, the theological richness that Daniel brings out is encouraging to the soul. I enjoyed his recognition of Paul's writing style changing from informing to encouraging about these great truths. I could almost feel the pastor's heart of Paul coming through, and Daniel captures this reality in a powerful way.
"I also love the illustrations Daniel uses. Many times commentaries can feel lifeless or boring. Not so with this labor of love. The dialogue portrayed between Billy Graham and Winston Churchill will be especially powerful for readers.
"For its readability, creativity, and theological reliability, I highly endorse this commentary of the apostle Paul's writings."
—John Scally, Pastor, Emmanuel Church, Flint, Mich.
"Whether you want to stir up your hunger for God's Word or dive into Romans, Daniel Davey exhibits a great passion that pulls the reader in to understand and apply Scripture. I am excited for this tool that will help pastors and ministry leaders thrive in their study, as this volume thoroughly examines the literal, grammatical, historical context of Romans verse by verse with a well-organized framework.
"Daniel has trained pastors and missionaries and ministered to the young and old. He brings this practical experience to these pages as he carefully conveys his academic understanding in a readable manner with a pastoral heart. Portraying a sovereign God and a life-changing gospel, Daniel helps us to be expository learners of God's Word."
—Luke Scallon, Pastor of Discipleship and Administration, CrossRoad Baptist Church, Ames, Iowa
"In this clear and compelling commentary, Daniel Davey brings the skill of a seminary professor and the heart of a pastor to his exposition of Paul's letter to the Romans. His approach to the text places a high value on establishing context, grasping the author's progress of thought, and recognizing God's faithfulness to his promises. Avid students of the Word will find their hearts encouraged and minds enriched as they walk through this remarkable portion of Scripture with Daniel as their guide."
—Eric Lehner, Academic Dean, Virginia Beach Theological Seminary, Virginia Beach, Va.
"The best commentaries combine careful exegesis and passionate application. Daniel Davey's exposition of Romans is one of the best. Reading this commentary is like having a personal tour guide of the Holy Land who has studied and walked the sights for decades yet is still more excited than you are.
"Daniel has been teaching, preaching, and living in Romans for over thirty years. Read any chapter and you'll realize he doesn't just understand this complex letter; he loves its gospel message and can clearly communicate it. This commentary introduces us to the best insights in the history of interpretation and credibly navigates theological debates while cogently tracing Paul's flow of thought and applying its significance to us.
"As one of Daniel's former students, I'm thrilled that his teaching and preaching on Romans is now available for all of us in a complete commentary. Enjoy your personal tour through Romans!"
—Jonathan Rinker, Associate Professor, Appalachian Bible College, Mt. Hope, W.Va.
"This second volume may be the diamond of the excellent NTEC series of commentaries. This work illuminates Romans, one of Scripture's most challenging and important books. Daniel Davey’s work demonstrates Biblical cohesiveness while displaying the variety of soteriological doctrines through accurate exposition. His presentation matches the multitude of scholarly works on Romans, challenging astute scholars and lofty intellectuals, yet he writes with clarity and simplicity in which pastors and ministry leaders will delight."
—Kenneth Spink, Pastor, Berea Baptist Church, Berea, Ohio
"Striking a fine balance of careful scholarship and clear explanation, Daniel Davey's commentary quickly ascended my list of trustworthy and helpful resources during my sermon series through the book of Romans."
—Lance Augsburger, Pastor, Maranatha Baptist Church, Grimes, Iowa
"Written with the church in view, Daniel Davey's commentary on Romans will prove a cornerstone volume in the growing NTEC series. This volume serves pastors and their people by being clear and concise, and thus accessible, while remaining conversant with lengthier commentaries. Interpretive challenges are handled straightforwardly and don't distract from its line-by-line exposition of Romans. Daniel's clarity shines when overviewing each new section and when working through Paul's use of Old Testament quotes or theologically significant words.
"As a pastor, I look forward to putting this commentary into the hands of thoughtful church members and especially teachers of God's Word. It reflects my church's theological and interpretive commitments but with a clear-eyed focus on Romans and its central message. Its tone is one of glad exposition, and the author's passion permeates throughout. Pastoral reflections conclude each section, often with rich illustrations, as we are led rightly into worship and wonder.
"With gratitude for Daniel's labor, I commend this commentary enthusiastically."
—Ross Shannon, Pastor, First Baptist Church of Lapeer, Lapeer, Mich.
"John Calvin said that understanding Romans can lead to understanding the whole Bible. The epistle to the Romans is beautifully written yet at times can be theologically difficult to understand. Daniel Davey's commentary is presented in a scholarly manner, frequently referring to the original Greek text to establish crucial points of interpretation, yet written at a level that is accessible to all.
"Whether you are a pastor preparing your next sermon or a ministry leader preparing a Bible study, this excellent commentary will help you better understand the fundamental, life-changing truths of the book of Romans."
—Tim Moore, Pastor, Faith Baptist Church, Mason City, Iowa
"It was my joy in previous ministry as interim national representative of Regular Baptist Ministries to work and fellowship with NTEC editors Daniel Davey and Chris Miller. Chris's volume on Matthew explained Matthew's gospel as the Bible should be explained: literally, grammatically, historically! Daniel has done similarly excellent work in this volume on the book of Romans.
"Chapter by chapter, verse by verse, Daniel explains the apostle Paul's grand epistle, and it makes sense! God's grand work in reconciling sinners to himself, the unfolding of that plan from God's eternal counsel to this day, and the place of Israel in this age are set forth clearly.
"I highly recommend this volume on Romans to every pastor, church leader, deacon, small group leader, and more! Kudos to Daniel for this fine volume. Churches will be greatly helped."
—David E. Strope, Interim Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa
"Among the many wonderful commentaries on the book of Romans, Daniel Davey's important work stands out. His insights, developed over many years of teaching and preaching this book of the Bible, demonstrate a deep love for the apostle Paul's letter to the Romans. Daniel's careful exegetical attention to detail combines seamlessly with valuable textual and cultural contributions. He displays an obvious passion to help others understand and communicate God's message of salvation, righteousness, and faith.
"This will be a go-to resource for anyone interested in understanding Romans and teaching it to others. It will be for me."
—Stan Lightfoot, Pastor, Rustic Hills Baptist Church, Colorado Springs, Colo.
"I highly recommend Daniel Davey's commentary on Romans. He has provided a readable, thorough narrative of the meaning and significance of the text. The format is very helpful, with an overview of each section before the exposition and a corresponding reflection to conclude each section.
"While the commentary is concise, the major exegetical and theological concerns are adequately addressed, and there are notes and a bibliography for those who want to pursue deeper study.
"This commentary will be a great help to both pastors and ministry leaders who want a clear understanding of Romans. Daniel's work reflects years of studying and teaching Romans, and the reader is the beneficiary of his labor."
—Bruce McLain, Representative, California Association of Regular Baptist Churches
"As a pastor, I highly recommend the NTEC volume on Romans for its faithful handling of Christ's teachings and its impact on discipleship. This book powerfully upholds the authority of Scripture, guiding believers toward Christlikeness. I'm confident that studying Romans through this commentary will deeply transform church members and equip them to disciple others."
—Brian Cedarquist, Pastor, Good News Baptist Church, Grand Rapids, Mich.
"With the mind of a scholar and the heart of a pastor, Daniel Davey faithfully unfolds the greatest letter ever written, a letter that should be read again and again. I encourage every believer to read the book of Romans with this masterful exposition as a close companion. It will aid in one's understanding and strengthen one's faith in the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ!"
—Matt Morrell, Pastor, Fourth Baptist Church, Plymouth, Minn., and President, Central Baptist Theological Seminary
"Romans is known for its gospel clarity, doctrinal depth, and wide range of topics for all Christians. This commentary helps the reader fully see each of these aspects, as Daniel Davey serves as a helpful guide through the sixteen rich chapters of Romans. His commitment to the Bible’s inerrancy and authority shapes his comments and conclusions."
"The explanatory notes in this volume are accessible for all believers—whether in the pulpit or pew—leading them to a firm conviction of the message of Romans. Scholarship both ancient and modern is referenced throughout, helping all readers grasp a diversity of interpretations as well as points of consensus. This commentary would serve especially well as a manual for those studying Romans for the first time."
—Jeremy Howard, Pastor, Orchard Hills Bible Church, Payson, Utah, and Cohost, Do Theology Podcast
"Daniel Davey has provided a clear and practical exposition of the Letter to the Romans based on his many years of preaching and teaching the epistle. Not every question can be addressed in one commentary, and not every answer given will be the final one, but this book will be a great tool for teachers in local churches seeking to understand a profound letter."
—Ryan Meyer, Assistant Professor of Biblical Languages, Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary