In this volume J. Patout Burns Jr. presents extended passages from early Christian writings on Paul's most comprehensive statement of Christian teaching. Excerpts from diverse early Christian teachers and writers — such as Origen, Rufinus, Pelagius, Chrysostom, Ambrosiaster, Augustine, and Theodoret — enable readers to benefit from the church's rich treasure trove of biblical interpretation. Covering the first five hundred years of Christian history, this volume offers new translations made from the best editions currently available. Both Burns's pastoral sensitivity and his extensive study of patristics shine through his selection of ancient passages, which run the full gamut of perspectives on Romans. Each passage is relevant and applicable to our current understanding and living of the Christian life, not simply historically valuable. This volume — and the entire Church's Bible series — will be welcomed by preachers, teachers, students, and serious Bible readers alike.