Jerusalem to Rome: Studies in the Book of Acts

by Homer A. Kent Jr.

With charts, diagrams, and pictures of sites, Kent looks for anwers to why the church began and grew as it did. Can be used for individual or group study.

Genres: Theology

202 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1974

Reviews

[Josh John · Rating 4 out of 5]

A readable, yet thorough commentary on Acts. Kent has worthwhile remarks especially regarding the background of a text. His quotations and reliance on the likes of William Ramsay and other historians is enjoyable. This is a commentary that can be consulted after a cursory reading of a text in preparation for preaching.

Well worth the read.

[John Brackbill · Rating 3 out of 5]

In comparison with his work on the Gospel of John, I was disappointed. There he seemed to excel in packing a punch concisely. Here in Acts, he seemed to simply not comment on much at times. However, I still found profit.

11 Commentaries I used cover to cover through an expositional series through the book of Acts. Of course, this ranking doesn't take into account that some that are lower were higher in specific ways, but all of these "made the cut" for me to spend the time each week to read.
1. Peterson, Schnabel, Polhill
2. Bock
3. Bruce
4. Kistemaker
5. Marshall, Stott
6. MacArthur
7. Custer, Kent

[Carol Blakeman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good insight into the book of Acts.

[Roland W. · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good study guide for personal use or even class preparations.

[Mitch Nichols · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good practical commentary which serves as a excellent layman's aid for Bible study. Kent provides a good mix of theological content combined with cultural and historical information in a very readable format.

[Read1000books · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good conservative commentary on the New Testament Book of Acts by one of my favorite commentators. Kent always has the right mix of depth, devotion, and technical detail. I own most of his and highly recommend them.