"The man Job both prefigures Christ and illustrates our deep need of him. In this redemptive-historical commentary, Douglas O'Donnell applies the teaching of this ancient book to our lives today"-- Provided by publisher. A commentary that is intended to help the ordinary Christian reader understand a book of the Bible, rather than to summarize every scholarly point of view on that book, needs to achieve at least three goals. First, it should orient the reader to the book's context, structure, and genre. Second, it should clarify the meanings of words and sentences within the book's overall unity to reveal its theological content and relationship to the wider theology of the Bible. Third, particularly when dealing with a book from the Old Testament, it should show how the text testifies to Jesus Christ and, through him, instructs the believer. Doug O'Donnell's volume on the book of Job succeeds admirably on all three counts. While he does not neglect the wisdom of other writers on Job, the author writes with a style that is engaging and suitable for both the preacher and the less technically trained Bible reader. The pastoral concerns addressed are a refreshing change from those commentaries that do not see the need to extend exegesis to application. The serious Bible reader will gain much from this treatment of a challenging part of Scripture.--Graeme Goldsworthy, Former Lecturer in Old Testament and Biblical Theology, Moore Theological College, Sydney Crack open this commentary, read the first few pages, and you will realize that you have been invited to a feast. This commentary is chock-full of important questions and illuminating--indeed, sometimes arresting--insights, undergirded by O'Donnell's having read very widely among the other commentators, whom he quotes judiciously. It has often caused me to stop, look up from the page, and reflect. It will take its place near the top of my significant stack of commentaries on Job.--Mark R. Talbot, Associate Professor of Philosophy Emeritus, Wheaton College Doug O'Donnell's commentary on Job is sensitive to the text as literature, as theology, and (refreshingly) as the basis for practical Christian sermons. For those who want to preach on the book of Job--or study it on their own--with attention to detail and in conversation with insightful thinkers past and present, O'Donnell's work will be splendidly useful and a delight to read.--Michael Graves, Armerding Professor of Biblical Studies, Wheaton College Douglas O'Donnell has a special gift for building a bridge between the exegesis of the scriptural text and its exposition for God's people. In his commentary on Job, he combines careful research, insightful reflection, broad reading, and vivid language as he elucidates the message of this magisterial book of the Bible for life today. Few pastors are willing to take on the formidable challenge of preaching through Job, but O'Donnell skillfully shows us how it can be done.--Daniel J. Estes, Distinguished Professor of Old Testament, Cedarville University I have always found Doug O'Donnell's exegesis of biblical books insightful, stimulating, and "preachable"--and this commentary, on one of the hardest books of the Old Testament to preach, is no exception. Here the Monday-morning minister will find much relief for his stressed mind and troubled soul, with knowledgeable nuggets, quotable quotes, and preachable points readily available. Highly recommended!--Jonny Gibson, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary; author, Lamentations, ESV Expository Commentary Series O'Donnell has produced a solid and thoughtful exposition of the book of Job by laying bare not only the meaning of each section of the book, including the speeches of Job and his "friends," but also the heart wrenching up-and-down journey of Job's thinking as he wrestles with his innocence through his experience of suffering. He also shows what we can learn from each passage of the book and gives good guidance on how the book relates to Christ. I highly recommend this clear presentation of the message of the book of Job.--Richard P. Belcher Jr., John D. and Frances M. Gwin Professor of Old Testament, Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte; Academic Dean (Atlanta, Dallas, and Houston), Reformed Theological Seminary There is so much to like about this commentary. You have a fine scholar, an experienced pastor, and a faithful Christian showing you the way through a book of gripping beauty and heart-stopping challenge (in about equal measure!). The volume displays the writer's clear head, loving hand, and warm heart--and nice, approachable style. It is both an honor and a pleasure to commend this book to you.--C. John ("Jack") Collins, Professor Emeritus of Old Testament, Covenant Theological Seminary These days, more people are turning to Job, Lamentations, and other Bible texts that deal with suffering and the possibility of hope. Those who open this volume wi