The Expositor’s Library: Assessing Bible commentaries with conviction, clarity, and care.
The Expositor’s Library exists to help readers choose faithful and useful Bible commentaries. We read widely, compare carefully, and write clearly — so you can spend less time guessing and more time studying Scripture with reliable tools in hand.
Who We Are
We are a team of evangelical and reformed believers who care deeply about sound Bible teaching and faithful exposition. Our goal is to serve anyone seeking an honest, thoughtful review of a commentary — whether you are a pastor, student, or simply a Christian wanting to handle the Word of God more faithfully.
What Makes Our Reviews Different
Our distinctives are honesty, clarity, and theological care. We review every commentary openly — the good and the bad — even when we don’t share every viewpoint.
If a work departs from our convictions, we still recognise its value; and if one aligns closely with us, we still name its weaknesses. You can expect each review to be transparent, balanced, and rooted in respect for Scripture.
How We Choose What to Review
We begin with notable series (the major commentary sets you’re most likely to encounter) and then blend in stand-alone works. There’s no strict formula — just a growing desire to cover as much ground as possible so you can see how different volumes compare.
Our Integrity and Independence
The Expositor’s Library is entirely independent.
Although one of our team serves as a local church pastor, we receive no payments or sponsorships for our reviews.
Our work is impartial and guided by conviction, not by commercial interest.
How to Support the Work
Two small gestures make a big difference:
- Use the Amazon links on our review pages — they are affiliate links that help us cover site costs at no extra cost to you.
- Buy Me a Coffee — a small, thoughtful token that means a great deal to us and keeps the project moving forward.
Your support, large or small, is an encouragement to keep going.
Behind the Reviews
Our reviews draw on years of experience handling commentaries in real ministry.
As a local pastor and lifelong student of Scripture, our reviewer writes from firsthand engagement — knowing what helps, what hinders, and what truly sheds light on the biblical text. This practical experience fuels the clarity and candour of everything we publish.
Contact Us
We love hearing you, our readers. Questions, suggestions, or commentary recommendations are always welcome through our Contact page at the bottom of each page.