Denny Burk

Denny Burk is an American New Testament scholar and ethicist of the contemporary era, writing from a conservative evangelical Baptist tradition.

He has served the church through clear teaching on discipleship, sexuality, and Christian ethics, insisting that biblical conviction and pastoral compassion must not be separated. Burk’s work often presses pastors to speak plainly where Scripture speaks plainly, while still keeping the gospel as the context for obedience.

He is valued for directness, courage, and a consistent concern for the health of local churches in contested cultural moments. Recommended titles include What Is the Meaning of Sex?, Articular Infinitives in the Greek of the New Testament, and his contributions on theological ethics.

Theological Perspective: Baptist

Denny Burk

Denny Burk is an American New Testament scholar and ethicist of the contemporary era, writing from a conservative evangelical Baptist tradition.

He has served the church through clear teaching on discipleship, sexuality, and Christian ethics, insisting that biblical conviction and pastoral compassion must not be separated. Burk’s work often presses pastors to speak plainly where Scripture speaks plainly, while still keeping the gospel as the context for obedience.

He is valued for directness, courage, and a consistent concern for the health of local churches in contested cultural moments. Recommended titles include What Is the Meaning of Sex?, Articular Infinitives in the Greek of the New Testament, and his contributions on theological ethics.

Theological Perspective: Baptist

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Titus, ESV Expository Commentary

Mid-levelBusy pastors, Pastors-in-trainingStrong recommendation
8.2
Author: Denny Burk
Bible Book: Titus
Publisher: Crossway
Theological Perspective: Broadly Evangelical
Resource Type: Commentary

Summary

In Titus, ESV Expository Commentary, Denny Burk helps us preach the gospel’s power to produce godliness, especially in the everyday life of the church. Volume 11.

We are guided through Paul’s instructions on leadership, sound teaching, and good works, so our preaching remains both doctrinal and practical.

Why Should I Own This Commentary?

We should own this volume when we want help making clear the relationship between grace and obedience. It keeps returning us to what God has done in Christ, and then shows how that grace trains us to live differently.

We are also helped to teach on church order without harshness. The aim is a beautiful witness, shaped by sound doctrine and good works.

It is useful for new believer instruction, membership teaching, and leadership development in growing churches.

Closing Recommendation

We recommend Titus, ESV Expository Commentary for pastors and teachers who want a mid level guide that serves clear preaching and wise application. It is particularly useful when we need to connect gospel clarity with ordinary, visible holiness.

As pastoral next steps, we can visit the Bible Book Overview, browse Top Recommendations, and use the Reformed Commentary Index to build a wiser working library.


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2 Timothy, ESV Expository Commentary

Mid-levelBusy pastors, Pastors-in-trainingStrong recommendation
8.3
Author: Denny Burk
Bible Book: 2 Timothy
Publisher: Crossway
Theological Perspective: Broadly Evangelical
Resource Type: Commentary

Summary

In 2 Timothy, ESV Expository Commentary, Denny Burk helps us preach endurance in ministry, with a steady focus on the Word of God, the pattern of sound teaching, and the costly joy of faithfulness. Volume 11.

We are helped to feel the letter’s urgency without resorting to slogans, and to keep our people fixed on Christ’s promise.

Why Should I Own This Commentary?

We should own this volume when we need help preaching a letter that is both personal and programmatic for ministry. It keeps the pastoral charge connected to the gospel and to the realities of suffering.

We are also helped to apply the letter to ordinary church life. The aim is not hero stories, but steady perseverance in prayer, teaching, and discipleship.

It is useful for ordinand training, elders’ devotionals, and sermon series aimed at strengthening weary workers.

Closing Recommendation

We recommend 2 Timothy, ESV Expository Commentary for pastors and teachers who want a mid level guide that keeps the text clear and the application honest. It is at its best when we want to preach courage that is rooted in the Lord, not in ourselves.

As pastoral next steps, we can visit the Bible Book Overview, browse Top Recommendations, and use the Reformed Commentary Index to build a wiser working library.


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1 Timothy, ESV Expository Commentary

Mid-levelBusy pastors, Pastors-in-trainingStrong recommendation
8.2
Author: Denny Burk
Bible Book: 1 Timothy
Publisher: Crossway
Theological Perspective: Broadly Evangelical
Resource Type: Commentary

Summary

In 1 Timothy, ESV Expository Commentary, Denny Burk helps us preach the church’s life under the Word, with practical attention to doctrine, leadership, and godliness. Volume 11.

We are guided through the letter’s priorities, so our teaching strengthens the household of God rather than merely filling in information.

Why Should I Own This Commentary?

We should own this volume when we want help preaching pastoral instruction without losing its gospel heart. It keeps doctrine and discipline together, and it helps us speak to contemporary pressures with biblical proportion.

We are also helped to handle church order texts with care. The aim is not controversy for its own sake, but a church shaped by Christ’s truth and love.

It supports elder training, membership instruction, and any ministry that needs a clear framework for healthy church life.

Closing Recommendation

We recommend 1 Timothy, ESV Expository Commentary for pastors and teachers who want a mid level guide that is orderly, biblically grounded, and practically useful. It serves us well when we are preaching for maturity, not merely for movement.

As pastoral next steps, we can visit the Bible Book Overview, browse Top Recommendations, and use the Reformed Commentary Index to build a wiser working library.


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