People’s New Testament (2 volumes)

A major two-volume commentary by B. W. Johnson intended for the “common reader” rather than the scholars, this work covers the entire New Testament in detail.

Written in 1891 for the novice student of the Bible, this work was prepared with such aids as would enable the common reader to arrive at an understanding of every verse.  The volume first includes several helpful lists of information like a harmony of the gospels and a list of Jesus’ miracles and parables. The end of the commentary also holds a few valuable lists, such as a reference to the Old Testament verses quoted in the New Testament, and a lists of cities and towns mentioned in the New Testament.

The commentary itself is also well-researched and viable. It follows the traditional chapter-by-chapter, verse-by-verse format, but helpfully includes a short summary of what happens in each chapter. Johnson’s commentary is used by a diverse group of people, professionals, and laymen alike. It is a resource that should be preserved and used for many years to come.

• Volume 1: The Four Gospels and Acts of the Apostles
• Volume 2: The Epistles and Revelation

The People’s New Testament
The Common and Revised Versions, With References and Colored Maps
With Explanatory Notes
• Author:  B. W. Johnson
• Text of 1891 version published by Christian Publishing Company