This classic commentary on Daniel the Prophet by H. A. Ironside is still well-liked and widely-read today. Its enduring popularity nearly a hundred years later can only be explained by its straight-forward, clear and persuasive exposition of the author’s thought.

“History repeats itself in manifold ways,” writes Ironside in the introduction, “and he who is wise will not despise its instruction.” In The Four Hundred Silent Years, Ironside provides an easy-to-understand account of the period between the end of Malachi and the beginning of Matthew. In it, he provides not merely a chronological outline or a series of biological sketches, but traces the warnings of Ezra and Nehemiah, along with Josephus and other Jewish historians. He covers the end of the priestly rule, the days of the Maccabees, the end of the Asmonean Dynasty, and the Edomites. The final chapter is devoted to a brief commentary on the major writings of Jewish literature, including the Apocrypha. Ironside’s intention to draw practical lessons from the intertestamental period makes this the perfect book for anyone interested in an introduction to this important historical era and the implications for the modern church.

After the First World War, at a time when the “corruption of the human heart” was clearly evident, Ironside recognized a “need for some… exposition of the last prophetic book of the Bible which would take cognizance” of the prophetic import of the war’s atrocities. Published first in 1920 as Lectures on the Book of Revelation, this lucid account of John’s vision and its meaning will profit all believers wishing to better understand this mysterious and illuminating text. As the author states in the Introduction: Lectures on the Book of Revelation: “It is certainly cause for deep regret that to so many Christians the Book of Revelation seems to be what God never intended it should be—a sealed book…

The Works of H.A. Ironside contains 65 volumes of the most important sermons, commentaries, and writings from one of America’s most influential preachers—now including the complete set of Ironside commentaries! Inspired by Dwight Moody, Ironside comforted and challenged a generation of evangelicals during two world wars and an economic depression. He spoke to a lay audience, and made the Bible understandable and accessible to as many people as possible, earning himself the title, “the Archbishop of fundamentalism.” His preaching blurs the line between sermonizing and storytelling, and his commentaries are filled with examples and anecdotes that made sense to his readers, then and now.

Proverbs: An Expository Commentary offers an insightful elucidation of Proverbs for those accustomed to reading the common-sense epigrams and aphorisms comprising the book. As Ironside says in the preface, “…it is just because its chapters abound in pithy truisms that the marrow is often lost sight of by those who have been accustomed to hearing of reading them all their lives.” The present work is an attempt to press home upon the heart and conscience, with a view to the increase of every-day godliness, this distinctively practical portion of the word of God.

Esther: An Expository Commentary is an insightful guide to the book of Esther. This masterful work was the first commentary Ironside had ever published, its “unpretentious pages” reaching the printers when he was only 23. Written in the hope that God would “richly bless your effort to bring to the surface what His Spirit has laid up for us in the little book,” Ironside’s commentary thoroughly examines each chapter of Esther, bringing God’s actions and His call to obedience to the fore. As Ironside states in his preface, “The book of Esther contains principles of great value at all times, but especially at the present one, when some who delve very little into the word of God are liable to wonder at some of His ways, and grow discouraged in the path of obedience.

This commentary, published first in 1913 under the title Notes on the book of Nehemiah, draws from the book of Nehemiah a treasure trough of edifying notes and explanations, relevant for all believers regardless of era. Known best for his world-wide preaching ministry, H.A. Ironside’s commentaries on every book of the New Testament and of the Old Testament Prophets are considered by Tim LaHaye and Michael D. Stallard to be, “some of the warmest and most cherished devotional commentaries in the history of dispensationalism.”

The minor prophets are short and their message is often swift. But they must not be overlooked, says Ironside, for they convey an important history between God and the people of Israel, Judah, and the surrounding nations. More importantly, they reveal the character of God. Through the minor prophets, we see God revealed through both harsh words and soothing language, in both justice and mercy, and through plagues, oracles, and miracles. In this volume, Ironside’s chapter-by-chapter commentary brings to the fore the most important themes from the minor prophets.

Ironside shows that in the book of Acts, God has provided a pattern for Christian testimony, missionary effort, world evangelism, and building Christian churches—a pattern we would do well to follow. From a literary standpoint, Acts seems unfinished—the story ends without a conclusion—perhaps to illustrate the continuing work of the apostles in our own time. Ironside’s commentary on Acts makes their work begun at Pentecost more visible in the present.

In this volume of nearly seventy addresses on the Gospel of John, Ironside compares the four Gospels to one another and shows how each communicates an important facet of the Gospel message. John, however, uniquely communicates the deity of Christ. From the beginning, through the discourses, to the end of the Gospel, John presents Jesus as the Eternal Word made flesh for the redemption of the world. This commentary on the Gospel of John reinforces Jesus’ deity not only in the stories and the discourses in the book itself, but in the joys and struggles of contemporary culture. Ironside pays as much attention to the text as he does the pastoral implications for today.

Craft meaningful sermons with insights from the best preachers in history. This extensive collection assembles classic sermons from the fourth to the twentieth century, on both practical topics and doctrinal issues. Dozens of notable preachers are represented, from John Wycliffe to John Henry Newman, and George Whitefield to Dwight Moody. Delve into the messages they shared with the congregations they loved and discover priceless examples of preaching as an art.

The Gospel of Matthew is pre-eminently a Jewish Gospel, written to address Jewish concerns and customs, and to recount the story of Jesus from a Jewish perspective. In his chapter-by-chapter analysis of the book, Ironside shows that readers of Matthew must bear in mind the dominant metaphors of kingdom in order to understand the life of Christ from a Jewish perspective, and to understand the Gospel in our own era.

What is meant by the “Great Tribulation”? Will the church endure the tribulation? Is the rapture a tenable belief? Ironside contrasts the judgment of God with salvation to determine to the basis for the events of the future. He also introduces biblical prophecy and connects it to historical events, and also offers an exhaustive biblical survey of the Great Tribulation. Most importantly, Ironside explains that the Great Tribulation differs from God’s wrath or fury. Ultimately, God’s judgment and wrath—and the events of the tribulation—are overcome by salvation and love. He explains that the End Times should not lead to fear, but inspire hope.

Romans is perhaps the most influential and most widely-read book of the New Testament. It is international, forward-thinking, philosophical, and theologically rich. Ironside’s eleven lectures amount to nearly 200 pages of commentary on the entire epistle. He begins with a lengthy excursus on the central themes of Romans, before working chapter-by-chapter through the entirety of the book. The final two lectures emphasize the practical application of Romans for today.

A highly sought-after classic commentary series from one of the most creative and articulate Expositors of the Twentieth century. This series is a perfect resource for those who preach and teach, these commentaries also provide the general reader with an excellent resource for personal study and spiritual growth. In this commentary on James and the Epistles of 1-2 Peter, Dr. Harry Ironside carefully traces the text as it documents the growth of the early Church. The commentary is from a dispensa...

The book of Ephesians begins with doctrine and ends with instruction—“for often that is the divine order of Scripture,” says Ironside. His commentary on Ephesians follows the same pattern, first devoted to the work of God, and second, to the outcome of God’s work in the lives of individuals. Ironside weaves poetry, hymnody, and portions of his sermons around an easy-to-read, devotional commentary on each chapter of Ephesians.

Philippians has to do with our state rather than our standing, with responsibility rather than privilege, with communion rather than union. In other words, this epistle is suited to our wilderness journey, written to guide our feet while going through the world. Paul’s letter to the Philippians is rooted in his pastoral concern and his desire to orient this concern around the person of Jesus. Ironside’s chapter-by-chapter commentary makes Paul’s theological motivations and pastoral concerns patently clear.

Paul’s letter to the Colossians counters false teaching, and Ironside’s commentary on the book underscores the prescience of Paul’s words for our own era. Ironside connects the problems of the Colossian church with the concerns of the modern church, and cautions contemporary readers against threats to the Gospel in all times and places. His exposition of Colossians is bolstered by his familiarity with both the fractured church in the twentieth century and the philosophical systems that plagued the first century church. Yet his commentary remains driven by Paul’s words of hope found in Colossians 2:9: “For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form, and in Christ you have been brought to fullness.”

1 & 2 Timothy and Titus are letters of counsel from the heart of a pastor. In them, Paul gives encouragement, instruction, and practical ministry advice fitting not only for his recipients but for modern readers. The book of Philemon deals with the Gospel within the context of complex cultural and social arrangements. How does the Gospel apply to an escaped slave? Ironside’s commentary outlines the key themes of each of these books in accessible and easy-to-understand language.

Engage some of history’s greatest theological questions regarding creation, science, the problem of evil, natural law, and more. From defending your faith to exploring some of the greatest philosophical problems in history, this bundle offers the answers you need for today’s skeptical world.

Get into the biblical world with stunning archeological resources on Ancient Near Eastern locations and key biblical places. Dig into ancient cultures and explore the lives of biblical authors and ancient Israelites, explore beautiful art, and study cultural concepts, like prayer, agriculture, and sexuality.

The epistle to the Hebrews, perhaps more than anywhere else in the New Testament, outlines the fulfillment of Old Testament ritual and prophecy in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Ironside’s commentary explores in detail the priesthood, the sacrificial nature of redemption, and the New Covenant.

The epistle of Galatians defends the Gospel message against those who seek to substitute legality for grace. This epistle recounts the temptation to revert to false teaching, to meaningless ritual, and to legal observance. Ironside’s commentary on Galatians conveys the urgency of Paul’s rebuke and the perseverance of God’s grace without regard for prior mistakes.

A highly sought-after classic commentary series from one of the most creative and articulate Expositors of the Twentieth century. This series is a perfect resource for those who preach and teach, these commentaries also provide the general reader with an excellent resource for personal study and spiritual growth. In this commentary on Daniel, Dr. Harry Ironside carefully traces the text as it presents Daniel captivity in Babylon and his interaction with King Nebuchadnezzar. The commentary is fro...

This volume includes an exposition of Isaiah’s prophecy for his own time and for the future of Israel. Notably, Ironside finished this volume only a few weeks before he died, and the first edition was published posthumously.

Contains over eighty addresses on the Gospel of Luke, which taken together, amount to a commentary on the entire book. Ironside’s addresses not only cover familiar topics—such as Jesus’ birth, death, and resurrection—but also the central themes of the Gospel as they are found in the parables, prophecy, and discourses. This accessible commentary to the Gospel of Luke makes the key themes sensible and practical for today.

In this volume, Ironside examines dispensationalism in light of Scripture. Originally published as a series of enormously popular articles in Serving and Waiting, the magazine of the Philadelphia School of the Bible, Ironside addresses the nature and progression of God’s revelation, and cautions readers against following our own ideas farther than Scripture intends. He also discourages the teachings of ultra-dispensationalism, or Bullingerism, and discusses the function of baptism and the Lord’s Supper in dispensationalist teaching.

Ezekiel opens abruptly with a visually captivating description of God. Amid the wheels, the visions, the dry bones, and more, Ezekiel chronicles in bizarre ways the presence of God in Babylonian exile. With pastoral honesty, Ironside’s chapter-by-chapter commentary on the book of Ezekiel reveals the message of God for the people of Judah and for the church today.

In this commentary, Ironside remains thoughtfully attuned to the active and dynamic pace of the Gospel of Mark, while explaining the nature of Christ as the servant and as the Son of Man. His chapter-by-chapter analysis includes timely words for his original audience and for contemporary readers.

A highly sought-after classic commentary series from one of the most creative and articulate Expositors of the Twentieth century. This series is a perfect resource for those who preach and teach, these commentaries also provide the general reader with an excellent resource for personal study and spiritual growth. In this commentary on the Gospel of Mark, Dr. Harry Ironside carefully traces the text as it documents the growth of the early Church. The commentary is from a dispensational perspectiv...