Richard Phillips is the author of Psalms 73-106, a volume in the Reformed Expository Commentary Series published by P&R. Phillips is also one of the editors of this excellent series.
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Psalms 73-106 (Reformed Expository Commentary Series)
Let me mention at the outset that I absolutely love the Reformed Expository Commentary Series! I own every volume that has been released thus far, and I consult them regularly. I use them when I teach or preach the Bible, but more than that, I consult them as I’m reading through the Bible on a daily basis. They are devotional in nature, making them accessible to both pastors and lay persons. They certainly deal with technical and critical issues at times, but that is not their aim. These volumes are very pastoral in tone and helpful to living the Christian life before the face of God.
This volume covers books 3 (Psalms 73-89) and 4 (Psalms 90-106) of the Psalter. Phillips is a master exegete with a tender, pastoral heart. All of this is made evident in his expository sermons that we have in book form.
Though, as I mentioned above, I do often consult these commentaries as I do other more technical commentaries, I actually prefer to sit down on the Sabbath and just read through a chapter or two. Who wouldn’t want to benefit from listening to one of today’s most competent preachers?
Phillips will not only help the reader to better understand the Psalms, but he will surely help you to see how they connect to daily life as a Christian. Your heart will indeed be stirred up to worship the living, Triune God as you read through the pages of this book! This is perhaps the biggest reason that I love this series in general and Philips’ works in particular.
Layout and Content
This volume consists of 38 chapters, and for the most part, each chapter covers one entire Psalm. Psalms 78, 89, and 103 span more than one chapter (which makes me happy, because Psalm 103 is my personal favorite).
Phillips works through each Psalm verse by verse, often bringing in other Scripture passages that are related. He is very smooth in the way he works through the text, seamlessly transitioning from one part of the Psalm to the next.
Conclusion
I can’t recommend this series highly enough! If you are a pastor or serious Bible student, get this book and this entire series. If you’re a lay person, get this book and get this series! If you are preparing to teach or preach, consult these volumes. If you aren’t already reading a good book on the Sabbath, read through these volumes. You will mature in Christ as a result!
Tolle lege, take up and read.
Disclaimer: My thanks to P&R for providing me with a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased review. The opinions expressed are my own.
Matt became a joyful follower of Jesus at the age of 21. He is very grateful to be a husband to Lindsey, and a father to four boys. He is an ordained minister (teaching elder) in the PCA. He previously served as a pastor of biblical counseling and is currently a corporate chaplain in southern Delaware. Matt received his Master of Divinity degree in Biblical Counseling from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and holds an advanced certification in biblical counseling from the Association of Biblical Counselors. In his free time, he loves playing with his boys, traveling with his wife, and reading (and buying!) books.
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