Gospel According to Luke

James R. Edwards is Bruner-Welch Professor Emeritus of Theology at Whitworth University, where he taught for nearly two decades. His book Is Jesus the Only Savior? won the 2006 Christianity Today Book of the Year award in apologetics. His other books include The Hebrew Gospel and the Development of the Synoptic Tradition and commentaries on the gospels of Mark and Luke.

Michael F. Bird -- Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia "Edwards deftly leads readers through the historical context, narrative dynamics, and main themes of Luke's story of Jesus with clear and insightful commentary. This is a useful book for preachers, teachers, and students hoping to delve deeper into the Gospel of Luke." Donald A. Hagner -- Fuller Theological Seminary "This is a first-rate commentary, written by a seasoned New Testament exegete, reflecting the wisdom and insight we have come to expect from its author. It is built on a foundation of excellent scholarship and in dialogue with the best secondary literature; its approach to the text is reverent and edifying. . . . Immensely rewarding." Euangelion "This commentary offers the reader of Luke's Gospel valuable knowledge that can facilitate a deeper understanding of Jesus." The Church of England Newspaper "This new commentary on Luke lives up to the highest standards of the series and will be a real aid to serious students of scripture." The Bible Today "A trustworthy exposition of Luke's Gospel. . . . Edwards's commentary keeps up a dialogue with relevant contemporary scholarship and weaves theological and pastoral leads into his commentary on Luke's text."