3 John Commentary Comparisons
Simon J. Kistemaker — James, Epistles of John, Peter, and Jude
Overall score: 8.4/10
A well-rounded and thoughtful volume that handles each letter with balance, clarity, and a steady pastoral instinct.
John MacArthur — 1-3 John
Overall score: 8.0/10
A helpful and accessible treatment of the Johannine letters that offers steady guidance for teaching their themes of assurance, obedience, a
3 John Commentaries at a Glance
| Feature | Simon J. Kistemaker — James, Epistles of John, Peter, and Jude | John MacArthur — 1-3 John |
|---|---|---|
| Faithfulness to Scripture | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Christ-centredness | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Depth of Insight | 8/10 | 6/10 |
| Pastoral Usefulness | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Readability | 7/10 | 9/10 |
| Clarity of writing | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Overall score | 8.4/10 | 8.0/10 |