John Phillips' Books

Serious study of the Bible can be a daunting task for any Christian. The desire to explore God's Word is the beginning of the process. Bible explorers also need the proper tools and an experienced guide to lead the adventure through the Scriptures.

There is no better guide for this exploration than one who has spent his life leading people at every level of training on journeys into the wonders of Scripture. John Phillips provides the proper tools as well as the wise, sensible guidance to help any believer dig into the Scriptures and search out their meaning and significance.

In the Bible Explorer's Guide, Dr. Phillips provides the ground rules for handling God's Word—including the "Golden Rule" for studying Scripture; symbols in the Bible's discussion of covenants and dispensations; and interpreting types, parables, and prophecy. It also offers practical "maps" and resources to aid in a discovery study—a survey of Scripture, a harmony of the Gospels, and summaries of Bible history and names.

The book of beginnings, Genesis is foundational to understanding the grand themes of Scripture: the world, man, sin, the nations. In this God-centered, scholarly commentary, John Phillips brings Genesis to life verse by verse as he addresses questions, explains Hebrew words, details background information, and references other passages of Scripture for fuller understanding. His writing has substance and style—appropriate for both the scholar and the layman.

Books in the John Phillips Commentary Series are designed to provide pastors, Sunday school teachers, and students of the Scripture with doctrinally sound interpretation that emphasizes the practical application of Bible truth. Working from the familiar King James Version, Dr. Phillips not only provides helpful commentary on the text, but also includes detailed outlines and numerous illustrations and quotations. Anyone wanting to explore the meaning of God's Word in greater depth--for personal spiritual growth or as a resource for preaching and teaching--will welcome the guidance and insights of this respected series.

Books in the John Phillips Commentary Series are designed to provide pastors, Sunday school teachers, and students of the Scripture with doctrinally sound interpretation that emphasizes the practical application of Bible truth. Working from the familiar King James Version, Dr. Phillips not only provides helpful commentary on the text, but also includes detailed outlines and numerous illustrations and quotations. Anyone wanting to explore the meaning of God's Word in greater depth--for personal spiritual growth or as a resource for preaching and teaching--will welcome the guidance and insights of this respected series.

"So many commentaries on Proverbs are boring. Often commentators resort to technicalities or state the obvious. I wanted my book to be interesting so I set the goal of illustrating each proverb. I have drawn illustrations from science, nature, fiction, history, personal experience, and above all the Bible... Here then is the wisdom of Solomon—outlined, analyzed, illustrated, and available in an understandable and readable form. So come explore with me the proverbs of a king who in his day had the reputation of being the wisest man in the world. He lived a long time ago but his proverbs are remarkably up-to-date."  John Phillips

"So many commentaries on Proverbs are boring. Often commentators resort to technicalities or state the obvious. I wanted my book to be interesting so I set the goal of illustrating each proverb. I have drawn illustrations from science, nature, fiction, history, personal experience, and above all the Bible... Here then is the wisdom of Solomon—outlined, analyzed, illustrated, and available in an understandable and readable form. So come explore with me the proverbs of a king who in his day had the reputation of being the wisest man in the world. He lived a long time ago but his proverbs are remarkably up-to-date."  John Phillips

The John Phillips Commentary Series is designed to provide pastors, Sunday school teachers and students of the Scripture with doctrinally sound interpretation that emphasizes the practical application of Bible truth. Working from the familiar King James Version (KJV), Dr. Phillips not only provides helpful commentary on the text, but also includes detailed outlines and numerous illustrations and quotations.

Anyone wanting to explore the meaning of God's Word in greater depth - for personal spiritual growth or as a resource for preaching and teaching - will welcome the guidance and insights of this respected series. In Exploring the Love Song of Solomon: An Expository Commentary, Dr. Phillips’ writing has both substance and style.

The John Phillips Commentary Series is designed to provide pastors, Sunday school teachers and students of the Scripture with doctrinally sound interpretation that emphasizes the practical application of Bible truth. Working from the familiar King James Version (KJV), Dr. Phillips not only provides helpful commentary on the text, but also includes detailed outlines and numerous illustrations and quotations.

Anyone wanting to explore the meaning of God's Word in greater depth - for personal spiritual growth or as a resource for preaching and teaching - will welcome the guidance and insights of this respected series. In Exploring the Book of Daniel: An Expository Commentary, Dr. Phillips’ writing has both substance and style.

The prophecies of the twelve minor prophets are found in the second division of the Hebrew Bible (the first being "Law," the second "Prophets," and the third "Writings"). There they are treated as one book and given the common title, "Book of the Twelve." 

In the "Book of the Twelve" we will find pageantry, prophecy, eternal principles, and enduring promises. So Exploring the Minor Prophets ought not to be dull!  - John Phillips

Books in the John Phillips Commentary Series are designed to provide pastors, Sunday school teachers, and students of the Scripture with doctrinally sound interpretation that emphasizes the practical application of Bible truth. Working from the familiar King James Version, Dr. Phillips not only provides helpful commentary on the text, but also includes detailed outlines and numerous illustrations and quotations. Anyone wanting to explore the meaning of God's Word in greater depth--for personal spiritual growth or as a resource for preaching and teaching--will welcome the guidance and insights of this respected series.