1 Thessalonians Commentary Comparisons
Gordon D. Fee — The First and Second Letters to the Thessalonians
Theological: Broadly Evangelical
Overall score: 8.8/10
A pastorally rich and exegetically careful exposition of Paul’s Thessalonian letters.
John R.W. Stott — The Message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians
Theological: Broadly Evangelical
Overall score: 8.8/10
A clear, gospel-rooted guide to Thessalonians that blends faithful exposition with practical church application.
Richard D. Phillips — 1 & 2 Thessalonians
Theological: Reformed
Overall score: 8.8/10
A strong mid level expositional guide that helps us preach 1 Thessalonians with clarity, warmth, and faithful application.
1 Thessalonians Commentaries at a Glance
| Feature | Gordon D. Fee — The First and Second Letters to the Thessalonians | John R.W. Stott — The Message of 1 & 2 Thessalonians | Richard D. Phillips — 1 & 2 Thessalonians |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faithfulness to Scripture | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8.9/10 |
| Christ-centredness | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8.7/10 |
| Depth of Insight | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Pastoral Usefulness | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8.9/10 |
| Readability | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Clarity of writing | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | 8.7/10 |
| Overall score | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 | 8.8/10 |