Duane Warden
Dr. Duane Warden, the associate New Testament editor for this series, was born in Franklin,
Arkansas, but was reared in Flint, Michigan. He completed the A.A. degree from Freed-Hardeman
University, the B.A. from Harding University, the M.A.R. from Harding University Graduate School
of Religion, and the Ph.D. in New Testament from Duke University. In addition, Dr. Warden has
completed post-doctoral work in classical studies at Columbia University and the American School
of Classical Studies in Athens, Greece.
Dr. Warden has served on the Bible faculty at Ohio Valley University as well as at Harding University.
He was chairman of the Bible department at Ohio Valley (1986-1993) and associate dean of the College
of Bible and Religion at Harding (1996-2005).
In addition to teaching, Dr. Warden has worked in ministry throughout his tenure of service. He preached
full-time in West Virginia, Virginia, and Arkansas; and he served in part-time ministry while teaching
for Ohio Valley and Harding. At present, he preaches at the Oak Church of Christ.
Dr. Warden has published several essays and articles in scholarly publications, including Biblical
Interpretation: Studies in Honor of Jack P. Lewis, Classical Philology, Restoration
Quarterly, and Journal for the Evangelical Theological Society. He has also written for
Truth for Today, Gospel Advocate, Firm Foundation, and Christian Chronicle.
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1 Corinthians
Duane Warden, Ph.D.
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In this letter to first-century Christians in Corinth, Paul addressed many questions which, with slight variations, continue to trouble the church today.
Division, immorality, doctrinal confusion, and worldliness plagued this congregation; and one root of their conflicts—pride—is common among us still.
Duane Warden's verse-by-verse study tackles difficult issues in the biblical text and draws practical application for Christians living in our own time. Paul knew
that the key to overcoming congregational struggles is love. In his eloquent and familiar discussion in chapter 13, the apostle defined and described the kind of
love that is needed to make the church what Christ wants it to be. (530 pages)
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2 Corinthians
Duane Warden, Ph.D.
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In this letter to the first-century Christians in Corinth, Paul addressed questions, such as authority and unity, which continue to
trouble the church today. Duane Warden's verse-by-verse study tackles the difficult issues in the biblical text and draws application
for pure Christian living. Paul urged the brethren to examine themselves and hold firmly to the truth, for each Christian is a common
vessel containing the holiness of the gospel message. He asked his readers to remember his own example of dedication and service and to
imitate congregations of the Lord's church who were generously assisting brethren in need. This study gives the assurance that, no matter
what life brings, the faithful Christian need never lose heart; for mortality will one day give way to eternal life. (486 pages)
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James
Duane Warden, Ph.D.
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While the Book of James was addressed to the first-century church, it continues to instruct readers
with practical exhortations on godly living. In this commentary, Duane Warden thoroughly discusses James' imperatives for seeking wisdom,
being humble, avoiding favoritism, guarding the tongue, and being a "doer of the Word." The brother of the Lord offered encouragement to Jewish
brethren who were "dispersed abroad" and faced persecution. In view of the uncertainty of tomorrow, he gave assurance that the Lord will return
in the day of judgment. He urged followers of Christ to awaken dead faith and demonstrate how Christianity is put into practice. (432 pages) |
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1 & 2 Peter and Jude
Duane Warden, Ph.D.
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These letters offer encouragement to God's followers when faced with challenges from both outside
and inside the local congregation. Dr. Duane Warden helps students of the Bible gain a deeper understanding
of these three important books. (526 pages)
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1, 2, & 3 John
Duane Warden, Ph.D.
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John's exhortations to the early church in 1, 2, and 3 John address challenges still faced by Christians today. Duane Warden's intricate study
offers practical guidance for interpreting the apostle's letters and applying them to daily life. Like the Gospel of John, these epistles maintain that the remedy for sin was introduced
to humanity when God sent His Son to be the Savior of the world. John rebuked those living in sin, encouraged his readers to "walk in the Light," and assured Christians that they can
know God. He also wrote to warn the church of false teachers. The apostle wanted Christians to live according to the truth and to be led by love in their relationships with one another
and with God. (428 pages) |
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