John F. MacArthur Jr. Books in Order

John MacArthur explores four brief letters addressing Christian belief, forgiveness, love, and the danger of false teaching. Passage-by-passage guidance examines John’s testimony about Jesus and Jude’s call for believers to defend the faith and remain steadfast.

John MacArthur examines Paul’s defense of his ministry against critics who threatened the Corinthian church’s unity. The study explores integrity, weakness, and dependence on Christ, combining commentary with background and questions for personal reflection or discussion.

John MacArthur guides readers through Revelation, explaining its visions and teachings about the end of the present age. The commentary connects his interpretation of prophecy with Christian hope and considers why the book matters for everyday faith.

John MacArthur examines Paul’s defense of Christ’s sufficiency in Colossians alongside his appeal for forgiveness in Philemon. Commentary and reflection questions connect warnings about false teaching with the practical challenge of reconciliation between people within the church.

MacArthur examines Luke’s account of Jesus’ birth, teaching, healing, death, and resurrection. Historical background and questions for reflection emphasize the Gospel’s attention to outsiders and its presentation of Jesus’ mission to the wider world.

MacArthur examines the opening five chapters of Luke through verse-by-verse exposition. Historical, theological, and Old Testament contexts inform the discussion, which addresses interpretive difficulties and considers differing readings of the Gospel’s account.

This study follows Matthew’s portrayal of Jesus as Israel’s promised Messiah, exploring his birth, teaching, miracles, and ministry. MacArthur connects the Gospel’s Jewish setting with its theological claims and offers questions for reflection and application.

MacArthur considers motherhood through biblical women including Sarah, Hannah, Ruth, and Mary. These reflections explore imperfect mothers whose faith and strength affected their families, offering readers examples of spiritual influence drawn from both familiar and less familiar scriptural lives.

A commentary covering the entire New Testament combines explanations of passages with introductions to each book. MacArthur outlines authorship, setting, key doctrines, and central themes, supported by word studies intended to deepen understanding of the biblical text.

John MacArthur argues that contemporary relativism and misleading teaching threaten Christian conviction. Examining postmodern ideas and trends within churches, he urges readers to test religious claims against Scripture and defend what he understands as the essential truths of Christianity.

John MacArthur explores Jesus’ parable of a father and his two sons through its historical and cultural setting. His reading examines rebellion, repentance, and grace, drawing attention to the older brother and the story’s often-overlooked conclusion.

These daily devotions focus on Jesus’ life through the Gospel of Matthew. John MacArthur combines biblical reflections and questions for thought, encouraging readers to consider how Christ’s teaching and example relate to their own commitments and conduct.

MacArthur follows Jacob’s family through conflict, Joseph’s enslavement and their eventual rescue in Egypt. Character studies and biblical commentary examine how flawed people figure in God’s purposes, with questions addressing sovereignty, judgment, mercy and perseverance in faith.

MacArthur examines the closing chapters of John’s Gospel, tracing Jesus’ final teaching, betrayal, death and resurrection. Verse-by-verse interpretation places each passage in its biblical context and considers its implications for Christian belief and everyday conduct.

MacArthur brings together biblical passages addressing seventy-five subjects relevant to Christian belief and daily life. His explanations connect individual verses with broader spiritual questions, helping readers consider how scriptural teaching can guide their choices, understanding, and conduct.

This study traces Israel’s journey from Moses’ calling through the giving of the law and preparations to enter Canaan. MacArthur examines rebellion, trust and obedience, connecting major events and figures with questions for personal reflection and group discussion.

Tracing Abraham’s calling and the history of his descendants, MacArthur examines the promises shaping Israel’s beginnings. Historical commentary, character studies and discussion questions explore covenant, obedience and trust through the lives of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob and Esau.

Beginning at the end of Solomon’s reign, this study follows Israel’s divided kingdom through Elijah’s ministry. MacArthur examines rulers and prophets including Ahab, Jezebel and Obadiah, using their conflicts to explore religious compromise, obedience and faithfulness.

John MacArthur traces Israel’s entry into Canaan and the unsettled era of the judges. The study follows victories, failures, and figures including Rahab, Ruth, and Samson, exploring faith, obedience, and the biblical idea of a kinsman redeemer.

From Samuel’s birth to Saul’s death, MacArthur examines Israel’s transition from judges to monarchy. Studies of Hannah, David, Jonathan and other figures connect the historical narrative with questions about leadership, courage and the consequences of rejecting divine guidance.

John MacArthur and the Grace Community Church leadership team apply their understanding of Scripture to disputed social and ethical questions. Essays address issues including politics, entertainment, family, and suffering, accompanied by a topical guide to relevant biblical passages.

John MacArthur examines questions about marriage, divorce, and remarriage through his interpretation of biblical teaching. Written for people facing difficult relationship decisions, the book considers commitment and the scriptural principles he believes should guide these choices.

John MacArthur challenges portrayals of Jesus that emphasize gentleness while overlooking conflict and confrontation. Following accounts in the Gospels, he examines a fuller picture of Jesus’ actions and considers how readers’ understanding of him shapes Christian belief and conduct.

MacArthur traces David’s struggle to establish his throne, his moral failures and repentance, and Absalom’s rebellion. Studies of the people surrounding him explore the tension between flawed human leadership, obedience and dependence on forgiveness and grace.

Twelve sermons from John MacArthur’s decades of ministry demonstrate his approach to explaining Scripture verse by verse. The collection addresses subjects including the gospel, suffering, Jesus’ death, and difficult decisions, connecting biblical interpretation with Christian life.

John MacArthur’s daily readings follow the closing days of Jesus’ ministry, including his teaching, death, resurrection and ascension. Reflections on encounters with disciples, crowds and religious leaders invite readers to consider their significance for Christian faith and practice.

This study follows Israel’s exile from Daniel’s removal to Babylon through the events surrounding Esther. MacArthur combines historical explanation, character studies and reflection questions to examine courage under pressure and the operation of divine sovereignty amid hardship.

This study follows Judah’s kings and the ministry of Elisha toward the nation’s exile. MacArthur examines miracles, divided loyalties, and religious failure, using figures such as Naaman and Gehazi to explore obedience and wholehearted commitment to God.

Returning exiles find Jerusalem’s temple destroyed and its walls in ruins, with opposition threatening their rebuilding work. MacArthur follows Ezra, Nehemiah and the prophets of the period, exploring worship, fidelity and the challenges of restoring a community.

John MacArthur addresses doubts Christians may have about salvation and their eternal future. Examining biblical passages and common questions, he explains his understanding of assurance, grace, and genuine belief, with material for personal reflection or group study.

John MacArthur examines the New Testament’s language of slavery and what he believes it reveals about belonging to Christ. He argues that understanding this relationship challenges shallow ideas of discipleship and reshapes a Christian’s sense of freedom, responsibility, and identity.

John MacArthur’s study notes accompany the full English Standard Version Bible, explaining passages and their historical setting. Book introductions, theological articles, cross-references, charts, and maps provide additional resources for readers studying Scripture and considering its application.

John MacArthur and church colleagues examine evangelism through biblical teaching, church history and practical ministry. Topics include preaching, personal conversations, family life and missionary work, with an emphasis on sharing the gospel consistently with their theological convictions.

This commentary examines Luke’s account of Jesus’ ministry in chapters six through ten. MacArthur connects individual passages with their historical and Old Testament settings, addresses competing interpretations and considers how their teachings shape Christian faith and practice.

John MacArthur examines why suffering occurs in Christian life and challenges the expectation that faithful choices guarantee comfort. Biblical discussion, reflection questions, and study activities explore how believers can respond to pain and understand its place in spiritual growth.

John MacArthur, Richard Mayhue, and fellow contributors explain a futuristic premillennial interpretation of biblical prophecy. The volume examines Christ’s reign, Israel, the church, and the rapture, setting out the scriptural arguments behind this approach to the end times.

These daily readings connect Bible passages with practical questions of Christian life. John MacArthur offers brief explanations and reflections on subjects ranging from creation and leadership to parenting and the end times, encouraging sustained engagement with Scripture throughout the year.

John MacArthur combines the Gospels and other biblical passages about Jesus into a continuous account, using Matthew as its foundation. Explanatory notes accompany this harmony, tracing Christ’s story and connecting events with related material across the Bible.

John MacArthur examines the Holy Spirit’s identity and work in the life of a Christian. Addressing misunderstandings and competing emphases, he explores guidance, spiritual growth, and dependence on God, with questions and activities for personal or group reflection.

John MacArthur explores why giving and receiving forgiveness can be difficult and how both relate to Christian faith. Biblical teaching and examples connect Christ’s forgiveness with daily relationships, encouraging mercy while examining the consequences of refusing to forgive.

John MacArthur examines grace as a central theme of Christian belief, exploring its role in salvation and daily life. Through biblical passages and examples, he addresses misunderstandings and considers how recognizing undeserved favor should shape a believer’s response to God.

John MacArthur examines what it means to acknowledge Christ as Lord, linking salvation with submission and transformed conduct. His biblical discussion addresses sacrifice, perseverance, holiness, and assurance, arguing that Christian commitment reaches beyond a declaration of belief.

MacArthur examines biblical figures whose weaknesses, circumstances, or unlikely backgrounds might seem to disqualify them from significant service. Their stories highlight his argument that God's purposes depend on divine power rather than human reputation, ability, or apparent suitability.

John MacArthur examines worship as an ongoing way of life rather than an activity confined to church services. Drawing on Scripture, he explores God’s character, service, and devotion, urging readers to reconsider the priorities that shape their daily actions.

MacArthur continues his study of Luke with a verse-by-verse examination of chapters eleven through seventeen. Historical context, theological questions and connections to the Old Testament inform his interpretations, alongside discussion of the passages’ significance for Christian life.

This devotional Bible pairs the English Standard Version text with a yearlong reading plan and reflections from John MacArthur’s Drawing Near. Daily selections include practical application, suggestions for prayer, and further study to encourage consistent engagement with Scripture.

John MacArthur critiques the modern charismatic movement, focusing on claims about prophecy, healing, prosperity, and the Holy Spirit. He argues that these teachings should be tested against Scripture and calls for worship grounded in his understanding of biblical authority.

John MacArthur gathers prayers offered during Sunday worship into weekly reflections on faith. Themes of worship, thanksgiving, and personal need invite readers to consider the content of their own prayers and deepen their relationship with God.

John MacArthur offers Christian fathers guidance on teaching through both words and personal example. Addressing family unity, character, discipline, and common parenting pitfalls, he explores how a father’s conduct can shape his children and influence later generations.

John MacArthur examines Jesus' final promises to His disciples in John 13–16, spoken before His betrayal and death. The exposition explores the comfort and hope those teachings offer Christians facing fear, uncertainty, and separation.

MacArthur traces the earliest Christian movement from Pentecost through its expansion amid persecution and opposition. Commentary and study questions explore the role of the Holy Spirit, the apostles’ preaching, and the growth of new churches.

Following Moses’ calling, the escape from Egypt, and Israel’s wilderness journey, this study examines trust, rebellion, and the giving of the law. MacArthur introduces key figures and offers questions connecting the narrative with Christian life.

MacArthur examines anxiety through biblical passages about prayer, thought, and daily conduct. He explains how trust in God can shape responses to uncertain circumstances and offers Christians guidance for pursuing peace amid persistent worries.

MacArthur examines the final half of Mark’s Gospel, from the transfiguration through Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. Verse-by-verse commentary explores the text’s historical setting, theological meaning and interpretive challenges while considering its relevance to Christian faith and conduct.

MacArthur explores Jesus' parables in the context of his broader teaching, examining what their familiar stories reveal about God's kingdom. He explains their original audiences and challenges readers to consider the spiritual demands beneath their imagery.

Written from prison, Paul’s letter to the Philippians presents joy grounded in Christ rather than favorable circumstances. MacArthur’s study explores humility, service, perseverance, and strength, with commentary and questions for personal or group reflection.

This guide follows Paul’s argument in Romans concerning grace, righteousness, faith, and redemption. MacArthur supplies historical context and commentary, then invites readers to consider how the letter’s theological claims shape everyday Christian conduct and belief.

Solomon’s rise and decline frame this study of kingship, wisdom, and the dangers of ignoring one’s own counsel. MacArthur examines selected historical and wisdom texts, pairing background commentary with questions about judgment, faithfulness, and daily choices.

A study of the divided kingdom follows prophetic ministry, royal failures, and the eventual collapse of Israel and Judah. MacArthur considers figures including Elisha, Hezekiah, and Josiah while examining obedience, reform, and divided spiritual loyalties.

MacArthur presents fatherhood as a responsibility shaped by biblical teaching, addressing marriage, discipline, example, and spiritual instruction. He encourages fathers to build relationships with their children that communicate love while guiding them toward Christian faith.

Daniel and Esther’s experiences in foreign empires anchor this study of Israel’s exile. MacArthur examines courage, hardship, and providence through historical background, character studies, and questions about remaining faithful when political power lies elsewhere.

Returning exiles confront a ruined temple, broken city walls, and opposition to rebuilding Jerusalem. This study follows Ezra and Nehemiah’s efforts, exploring worship, communal renewal, and the challenges of restoring a people’s spiritual and public life.

MacArthur guides readers through Hebrews’ comparison of the old and new covenants. Commentary and reflection questions examine its presentation of Jesus as priest and sacrifice, addressing the pressures that tempted early believers toward familiar religious practices.

This guide follows Israel’s entry into Canaan, its victories and failures, and the troubled era of the judges. MacArthur considers figures including Rahab, Samson, and Ruth alongside themes of obedience, redemption, and reliance on God.

MacArthur examines Revelation’s imagery, historical setting, and account of Christ’s return. The study addresses interpretive difficulties while presenting the book as encouragement for persecuted believers, with questions about faithfulness, judgment, and hope for ultimate victory.

MacArthur examines God's character through biblical teaching about sovereignty, holiness, goodness, power, love, and grace. He considers difficult questions about suffering and human responsibility while encouraging Christians to ground their understanding of God in Scripture.

Drawing on nine New Testament passages, MacArthur explores the habits and commitments involved in Christian spiritual growth. His exposition connects belief with everyday conduct, encouraging readers to pursue maturity through their relationship with Christ.

MacArthur examines New Testament passages that present Jesus as divine, explaining their language and place within Christian belief. He considers why Christ's identity matters for salvation, worship, and the way believers understand his life and work.

MacArthur examines Paul's explanations of the gospel across his letters, drawing together their teaching about sin, Christ, and salvation. His exposition asks what belongs at the center of Christian proclamation and how believers should communicate it.

This collection brings together theological addresses exploring convictions that shape pastoral ministry, including justification, biblical authority, creation, and Christ's return. MacArthur and fellow contributors connect doctrinal understanding with the responsibilities of teaching and leading a church.

MacArthur examines Christ's messages to seven churches in Revelation, drawing attention to their warnings and encouragements. He considers how congregations today can respond to spiritual complacency, compromised teaching, and the demands of faithful Christian practice.

MacArthur offers a verse-by-verse Christian interpretation of Isaiah 53, connecting its portrait of suffering with Jesus' crucifixion. He explores the passage's historical setting and New Testament connections to explain its significance for Christian understandings of salvation.

MacArthur argues for the Bible's authority and reliability, responding to doubts about its truthfulness and relevance. He explains why confidence in Scripture matters for Christian belief and how that confidence can shape daily spiritual life.

This chronological arrangement brings together biblical accounts of Paul's life and his letters, helping readers follow his ministry across different texts. MacArthur supplies introductions and contextual commentary connecting the apostle's travels, teaching, and developing relationships with churches.

MacArthur draws on Paul's ministry to identify nine convictions intended to sustain pastors through discouragement and pressure. He connects biblical exposition with questions of endurance, responsibility, and faithfulness when the demands of church leadership become difficult.

Through Job’s experience, MacArthur explores the question of righteous suffering and the limits of human understanding. Commentary and reflection questions examine divine justice, frailty, and trust when painful circumstances do not yield a clear explanation.

This monthlong devotional invites Christians to reconsider their love for Christ beneath the routines of religious activity. Daily readings combine biblical reflection and application, encouraging renewed attention to faith, prayer, and a personal relationship with Jesus.

MacArthur explains sanctification as an essential concern of Christian ministry, examining how believers grow spiritually and what obstructs that growth. He addresses preaching, discipleship, and the pressures that can draw churches away from pursuing holiness.

MacArthur addresses Christians living amid cultural opposition, connecting perseverance with confidence in Scripture and disciplined spiritual practice. He discusses holiness, humility, love, and prayer as resources for remaining faithful when familiar beliefs face public resistance.

This guide places Isaiah’s warnings and promises within the reigns of four Judean kings. MacArthur explores idolatry, judgment, redemption, and messianic prophecy, connecting historical background with questions about the book’s continuing significance for believers.

This Bible study addresses questions that often arise when someone first becomes a Christian. John MacArthur introduces new believers to their faith, offering a starting point for understanding the spiritual life they have begun and the questions it raises.

Twelve studies examine the laws given to Israel after the exodus and their relationship to covenant life. MacArthur explores holiness, obedience, and God’s character through commentary and questions designed for personal reflection or group discussion.

Ezekiel’s visions and symbolic actions address a people living in Babylonian exile. Across twelve studies, MacArthur examines warnings of judgment alongside promises of restoration, drawing attention to righteousness, responsibility, and hope for the future.

Twelve studies examine Jonah, Amos, and Hosea through their accounts of disobedience, injustice, and divine mercy. MacArthur considers the contrast between human unfaithfulness and God’s constancy, adding background commentary and questions for contemporary reflection.

MacArthur approaches the Psalms as expressions of worship grounded in real difficulties and joys. Twelve studies explore human sinfulness, dependence, and divine sovereignty, with commentary and questions about living faithfully amid uncertainty and pain.

MacArthur and fellow contributors examine contemporary controversies through their understanding of biblical teaching. Essays address gender, government, race, and challenges to religious belief, asking how Christians can respond to cultural pressures while maintaining their theological convictions.

MacArthur offers exposition of Jonah and Nahum, exploring two contrasting prophetic encounters with Nineveh. He examines historical context and biblical language to consider how divine mercy, human resistance, and judgment unfold across these Old Testament books.

This study introduces six shorter prophetic books through historical context, textual commentary, and structured reflection. Lessons guide readers from the passages’ original setting to questions about their meaning and application in contemporary Christian life.

MacArthur presents Christian parenting as a response to cultural and spiritual pressures on children. He urges parents to teach Scripture, provide loving guidance, and take responsibility for the beliefs and habits developing within their families.

Following Jesus’ journey into Jerusalem, trial, crucifixion and resurrection, this volume concludes MacArthur’s study of Luke. It examines the text verse by verse, considering historical context, difficult interpretations and the events’ meaning for Christian belief and practice.

This study follows the opening half of Mark’s Gospel as its account builds toward Peter’s recognition of Jesus as the Christ. MacArthur combines verse-by-verse interpretation with historical and biblical context, addressing difficulties and practical implications along the way.

MacArthur examines the church as an interconnected body whose members have distinct responsibilities and gifts. He explains how Christians can understand their place within that community, relating personal participation to the church’s shared purpose, spiritual health and effectiveness.

Using Ephesians five and six, MacArthur examines marriage, parenting and the relationships that shape a Christian household. He argues that family life depends on personal obedience to biblical teaching, rather than techniques, formulas or a particular division of responsibilities.

John MacArthur examines the promises and instructions Jesus gave his disciples on the evening before the crucifixion. The study considers the hope those final teachings offered them and their continuing significance for Christians seeking to understand his legacy.

Organized around thousands of subjects, this reference connects Bible topics with relevant passages and cross-references. MacArthur's topical arrangement helps readers trace themes across Scripture, providing a starting point for personal investigation, teaching preparation, and further biblical study.

MacArthur examines the birth of Jesus through biblical prophecy, genealogy and the Gospel accounts. He explores the meaning of the incarnation and the promised Messiah, drawing attention to the theological significance behind familiar images and traditions of Christmas.

Using Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman as a starting point, MacArthur examines the meaning of worship. He challenges readers to approach church with attention directed toward God rather than treating music and preaching primarily as personal benefits.