Following John

""The deceptive simplicity of the Fourth Gospel has always encouraged its readers to reflect on their way with Jesus. In Following John, Bill Loader presents critical scholarly insight in accessible and engaging English to support that process. His colloquial translation captures the Gospel's language while his reflections guide 'followers' toward its theological depth. He offers an excellent guide for preachers or anyone wanting a clear and focused companion to the Gospel of John."" --Harold Attridge, Sterling professor of divinity, emeritus, Yale University Divinity School ""With this volume, William Loader, an internationally renowned scholar, provides a delightfully insightful introduction to the Gospel of John for any reader who wants to gain a deeper appreciation of the Gospel that has shaped so much of Christian thought and devotion. Each section begins with a fresh, colloquial translation of a bite-sized chunk of the text that is followed by a brief exposition that guides readers to its major themes while anticipating and answering questions they might well raise. The book's informal style fits well with the evangelist's 'playfulness' but serious intent. Whether a first-time reader of the Gospel or one who knows it well, everyone who spends a few minutes a day with this commentary will want to return to it time and again."" --R. Alan Culpepper, dean emeritus and professor emeritus, McAfee School of Theology, Mercer University, Atlanta, Georgia ""William Loader's commentary provides a vital resource for readers of John who want to understand it in a relevant and timely way, without being engulfed in technicalities. With its vernacular translation, its up-to-date reflections on the text, and its questions for further reflection, this is a simple and accessible commentary. It is written by an eminent Johannine scholar who knows his material so well that he can communicate it with clarity and lucidity."" --Dorothy A. Lee, professor emerita, Trinity College, University of Divinity