To pastors and seminarians he is N.T. Wright, the theologian a generation turns to for everything from resurrection apologetics to the New Perspective on Paul. But behind that academic density is the heart of a shepherd. This is best seen in his “For Everyone” set of New Testament commentaries. Here, Wright eschews his academic initials for the nickname Tom.
The books feature a unique and easy to read translation, followed by the exegesis and commentary. The most amazing thing is, despite writing some of the densest tomes in recently theology, Wright is quite capable of writing on the popular level. The commentaries work quite well as an extended introduction, a basic academic study, or even devotional reading.
Speaking of devotional reading, I’ll be working through Lent for Everyone. Wright’s commentaries have been reworked to line up with the lectionary calendar for the year.
Lent for Everyone, as well as the other books in the For Everyone series are available in paperback and kindle.
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