Evaluation

Overall Score: 8.2/10

A firm and wise companion that helps us preach Jude with courage, clarity, and mercy.

Publication Date(s): 2018

Pages: 784

ISBN: 978-1433546723

Faithfulness to the Text: 8.4/10

We find Matthew S. Harmon careful with the letter’s logic and tone, helping us keep Jude’s warnings tied to his pastoral aims.

Christ Centredness: 8.1/10

We are helped to keep the doxology and the keeping power of the Lord central, so the church contends with confidence, not fear.

Depth of Insight: 8/10

We gain solid help with structure and examples, with enough depth to preach Jude responsibly and clearly.

Clarity of Writing: 8.2/10

The writing is clear and direct, which serves a short, intense letter and helps in weekly preparation.

Pastoral Usefulness: 8.5/10

The commentary is strong on applying Jude to real church pressures, urging mercy, prayer, and endurance alongside discernment.

Readability: 8.1/10

It is readable and focused, with a tone that supports repeated use rather than one rushed consultation.

Summary

At a Glance

Length: 784 pages
Type: Expository (Mid-Level)
Theo. Perspective: Broadly Evangelical
Overall score: 8.2 / 10
Strength: Strong pastoral handling of warnings and discernment, with clear guidance for preaching in difficult seasons.
Limitation: Some interpretive questions will still benefit from a specialist technical discussion.

In Jude, ESV Expository Commentary, Matthew S. Harmon helps us preach a fierce little letter with reverence and restraint, as Jude urges us to contend for the faith while keeping ourselves in the love of God. Volume 12.

We are guided through the letter’s warnings, its use of examples, and its pastoral goal of keeping the church steady.

Why Should I Own This Commentary?

We should own this volume when we need help preaching about false teaching without becoming quarrelsome. It helps us keep both urgency and humility in view.

We are supported in showing how the call to contend includes prayer, perseverance, and mercy toward those who are wavering.

It is also valuable for training, because it models careful handling of strong language with pastoral wisdom.

Closing Recommendation

We recommend Jude, ESV Expository Commentary for pastors and teachers who want a clear mid level guide for faithful preaching in a contested age.

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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