This is really excellent commentary that I rate amongst the best in its class. I have a lot of commentaries on the Gospel of John, some of them are scholarly, extensive and technical, others are fairly brief and pastoral. This commentary is scholarly but beautifully written - while capturing the technical details, it does not get buried in them. David Ford captures a unique balance of describing and explaining the text and yet retaining a devotional passion. As a Pastor myself, I will use this commentary as a reference for study and preparation and can see that it will become a rich resource for those who minister to others. This will also be a great guide for anyone who is interested in in mining the depths John's Gospel - people who are looking for more than a brief overview but not wanting to wade through heavy technical or critical arguments. Highly recommended.