Philippians Commentary Comparison

Philippians Commentary Comparisons

Gordon D. Fee — Paul’s Letter To The Philippians

Theological: Broadly Evangelical

Overall score: 9.0/10

A rigorous and trusted exposition of Philippians that continues to serve pastors and scholars alike.

J. Alec Motyer — The Message of Philippians

Theological: Broadly Evangelical

Overall score: 8.8/10

A joyful, text driven exposition of Philippians that serves preachers, teachers and thoughtful lay readers very well.

David T.A. Strain — Philippians

Theological: Reformed

Overall score: 8.6/10

A helpful exposition of Philippians that keeps the main line in sight. It will help most when you read the passage first, then use it to sharpen outline and application.

Philippians Commentaries at a Glance

Feature Gordon D. Fee — Paul’s Letter To The Philippians J. Alec Motyer — The Message of Philippians David T.A. Strain — Philippians
Faithfulness to Scripture 9.6/10 9/10 8.7/10
Christ-centredness 9/10 9/10 8.8/10
Depth of Insight 9.1/10 8/10 8/10
Pastoral Usefulness 8.8/10 9/10 8.7/10
Readability 8.4/10 9/10 8.7/10
Clarity of writing 8.5/10 9/10 8.6/10
Overall score 9.0/10 8.8/10 8.6/10