David F. Ford. The Gospel of John

A Theological Commentary

Abstract

How should a student of scripture make use of Ford’s commentary on John? As a biblical scholar, I am supportive and enthusiastic about the growing sub-genre of “theological commentary” and Ford’s is an excellent exemplar of the genre. As such, I recommend using Ford’s commentary alongside and in discussion with other more exegetically oriented commentaries to preach and teach through the Gospel. It should also prove a valuable guide for theological and missiological exploration of John’s Gospel, in particular in John’s role in the formation of important Christian doctrine and its universal scope that points toward world mission. Finally, Ford will make a skilled and encouraging theological companion for any believer in an intensive reading or daily devotional reading through the Gospel of John, written so that its readers may believe, or continue to believe “that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing… have life in his name” (John 20:31 ESV).