In the Gospels, Jesus likens the kingdom of heaven to many things. A sower, a mustard seed, hidden treasure, fine pearls, a fishing net, yeast—the parables that mystified the disciples 2,000 years ago still form deep wells for discussion and teaching today. This collection features some of the best commentaries and studies on the kingdom of God and heaven from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Unfold the mystery with scholars like Arthur W. Pink, Ernest F. Scott, and Alexander Balmain Bruce, and over 3,000 pages of commentary, criticism, context, interpretation, and application. This collection is an excellent resource for impactful illustrations, filled with thoughts on the eternal implications of our momentary lives.

In this volume, L. McWherther unpacks Scripture to define the origin, identity, nature, and ordinances of the “visible kingdom” (the church) and how it relates to the true eternal church. McWherther makes “but few references to the original languages” out of a “desire to be fully comprehended by all who read our little book.” His readable book is valuable addition to the libraries of teachers and laymen looking to understand and communicate the significance of one of Jesus’ favorite topics.