In the pages of this commentary volume, Paul J. Achtemeier undertakes a fresh reading of the Paul's letter to the Romans for guidance in teaching and preaching, as well as for guidance in the reader's personal life. Paul's letter to the Romans is unabashedly theological, therefore the comments will have theology as their primary concern. Called into question by what Paul writes, the reader will understand what Paul is about and why he is useful to the contemporary tasks of preaching God's grace to modern people and teaching them the ways of God with humankind.

Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching is a distinctive resource for those who interpret the Bible in the church. Planned and written specifically for teaching and preaching needs, this critically acclaimed biblical commentary is a major contribution to scholarship and ministry.

Paul J. Achtemeier is Professor Emeritus of Biblical Interpretation at Union Theological Seminary and Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond, Virginia. He is coeditor of the popular series, Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching.