Brian Richards

Philip Ryken's commentary on Galatians is a must for bible teachers. Similar to the Preaching the Word series, Ryken focuses on passage guides rather than word for word exegesis. I found that to be very helpful and engrossing. Packed with illustrations and wisdom, I highly recommend this as a first purchase if you are studying or teaching Galatians.

In typical fashion, R. Kent Hughes blends relevant application with solid exposition. Many commentaries on Genesis are filled with technical language that only benefits a few. Hughes recognizes that most pastors and laypersons don't need the extra jargon, they just need the truth of God's Word presented in a way that challenges the lives of its hearers. This is a fantastic commentary for teachers of the Bible.