Evaluation

Overall Score: 8.3/10

A clear mid level guide that helps us preach Romans with gospel clarity.

Publication Date(s): 2020

Pages: 688

ISBN: 978-1433546648

Faithfulness to the Text: 8.3/10

We find Robert W. Yarbrough careful with Paul’s argument, and consistent in reading each paragraph in its flow.

Christ Centredness: 8.5/10

We are helped to preach Christ as the centre of Romans, the righteousness of God revealed for sinners in the gospel.

Depth of Insight: 8.2/10

We gain solid help with difficult passages and theological turns, enough to support confident teaching.

Clarity of Writing: 8.3/10

The writing is clear and structured, which is especially helpful for a letter with sustained argument.

Pastoral Usefulness: 8.4/10

The commentary keeps doctrine connected to devotion and obedience, strengthening application in preaching.

Readability: 8/10

It remains accessible, even when Romans presses us into deeper theological waters.

Summary

At a Glance

Length: 688 pages
Type: Expository (Mid-Level)
Theo. Perspective: Broadly Evangelical
Overall score: 8.3 / 10
Strength: Strong help with Paul’s argument and sermon shaping across long sections.
Limitation: Those needing extended technical discussion will still want an additional scholarly resource.

In Romans, ESV Expository Commentary, Robert W. Yarbrough gives us a clear companion for preaching Paul’s gospel with precision, warmth, and steady confidence. Volume 10.

We are helped to follow the letter’s argument, keep doctrinal sections connected to pastoral aims, and handle key passages without losing the thread.

Why Should I Own This Commentary?

We should own this volume when we need help preaching Romans in a way that is both doctrinal and doxological. It supports careful reading, then presses us toward clear proclamation.

It is also valuable for ministry because it helps us keep application anchored to Paul’s purpose, so that reassurance and rebuke land where the text places them.

For those training to preach, it models a disciplined approach to argument, structure, and summary, which is essential in a long and rich letter.

Closing Recommendation

We recommend Romans, ESV Expository Commentary for Busy Pastors and Pastors-in-training who want a mid level resource that strengthens gospel preaching in Romans.

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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