Over the last century, the Pentecostal movement has transformed the face of global Christianity. Nevertheless, Pentecostal voices continue to be under-represented in biblical scholarship. Therefore, we would like to introduce The Pentecostal Old and New Testament Commentaries. The Pentecostal authors of this series come to the text with a high view of Scripture; however, we desire to say more than has already been said by non-Pentecostals. Thus, the contributors to this series have been charged with the task of articulating a truly Pentecostal perspective on every verse of the Bible.

This grand vision began in the heart of our series founder, Eun Chul Kim. He spent nearly a decade tirelessly advocating for this Pentecostal commentary and recruiting authors. However, like so many of God's servants, it was not given to him to see the fulfillment of the promise. On September 22nd of 2018, Kim succumbed to cancer, but his vision continues.

The commentaries themselves target the educated layperson, Pentecostal pastor, and student of the Bible and focus their attention on the exegesis and translation of the Greek (NA28) and Hebrew (BHS and BHQ) text. In keeping with the diversity that characterizes Pentecostals and Charismatics themselves, we have left the authors with a great deal of liberty regarding their approaches. As the editors, we highly value academic freedom. Consequently, although all the authors identify as Pentecostals and greatly esteem the authority of Scripture, we have not required them to espouse any particular theological viewpoints or to take any prescribed theological positions. Accordingly, each author is responsible for what he or she has written and not the editors. Although the approaches of the various authors vary widely, two things have been deemed essential: a rigorously critical approach and a distinctively Pentecostal contribution. This combination will certainly profit Pentecostal believers whether in the pew, the pulpit, or the classroom.

It is our sincere prayer that God will use this commentary series to encourage Pentecostals everywhere to read the Bible as Pentecostals.

Christopher L. Carter--New Testament Editor

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David C. Hymes--Old Testament Editor