Commentaries & Christian theology

Henry, Calvin and Wesley · attributed perspectives

Read Scripture first, then compare how different authors explain it. A commentary is an interpretation by a particular author; it does not replace the biblical text or represent every Christian tradition.

Matthew Henry

Follow the passage through the commentary and distinguish observations about the text from pastoral application.

John Calvin

Read his treatment of John alongside the Gospel itself, noting the argument he builds from the passage.

John Wesley

Compare the brief notes with a fuller commentary and record where the interpretation depends on context.

Read the sources

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• Matthew Henry · Commentary on the Whole Bible ↗
• John Calvin · Commentary on John, Volume 1 ↗
• John Wesley · Notes on the Bible ↗

Read with context

• What claim does the author make, and which verses support it?
• Where do the authors agree or differ? Describe each view fairly and check its reasoning against the passage.