Introduction
J. V. Fesko, John Muether, D. Blair Smith
 
Chapter 1: Of the Holy Scripture
Robert Cara
Chapter 2: Of God, and of the Holy Trinity
Scott Swain
Chapter 3: Of God’s Eternal Decree
J. V. Fesko
Chapter 4: Of Creation
J. Ligon Duncan
Chapter 5: Of Providence
Sinclair Ferguson
Chapter 6: Of the Fall of Man, of Sin, and of the Punishment Thereof
Gray Sutanto
Chapter 7: Of God’s Covenant with Man
J. Ligon Duncan
Chapter 8: Of Christ the Mediator
D. Blair Smith
Chapter 9: Of Free Will
James Anderson
Chapter 10: Of Effectual Calling
James Anderson
Chapter 11: Of Justification
J. V. Fesko
Chapter 12: Of Adoption
D. Blair Smith
Chapter 13: Of Sanctification
R. Michael Allen
Chapter 14: Of Saving Faith
Scott Redd
Chapter 15: Of Repentance Unto Life
Derek Thomas
Chapter 16: Of Good Works
Josh Malone
Chapter 17: Of the Perseverance of the Saints
Gray Sutanto
Chapter 18: Of the Assurance of Grace and Salvation
Mark McDowell
Chapter 19: Of the Law of God
R. Mike Allen
Chapter 20: Of Christian Liberty, and Liberty of Conscience
Chad Van Dixhoorn
Chapter 21: Of Religious Worship and the Sabbath Day
Douglas Kelly
Chapter 22: Of Lawful Oaths and Vows
Robert Cara
Chapter 23: Of the Civil Magistrate
Kevin DeYoung
Chapter 24: Of Marriage and Divorce
Sean Lucas
Chapter 25: Of the Church
Guy Waters
Chapter 26: Of the Communion of Saints (WLC q. 63)
John Muether
Chapter 27: Of the Sacraments
Josh Malone
Chapter 28: Of Baptism
Guy Richard
Chapter 29: Of the Lord’s Supper
Mark McDowell
Chapter 30: Of Church Censures
Guy Waters
Chapter 31: Of Synods and Councils
Mike Glodo
Chapter 32: Of the State of Men After Death, and of the Resurrection of the Dead
Guy Richard
Chapter 33: Of the Last Judgement
Duncan Rankin

“Defined by doctrinal clarity and replete with rich historical insights, this definitive commentary on the Westminster Confession of Faith has just the qualities you might expect from its heavyweight lineup of authors: It is clear, precise, Christ-centered, and applicable for the modern church. Seasoned scholars from Reformed Theological Seminary, these pastor-theologians are some of the finest experts of Reformed theology and the Westminster Assembly alive today. Above all, they repeatedly show why and how each doctrine matters for Christians today. My prayer is that this book will be a tool in the hands of the Spirit to stir up another generation of godly men and women to embrace the doctrine, worship, and experiential piety of the Westminster divines.”
Joel R. Beeke, Chancellor and Professor of Systematic Theology and Homiletics, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary; Pastor, Heritage Reformed Congregation, Grand Rapids, Michigan

“We have needed this volume for a long time. The authors are not only experts in their field but churchmen. Many younger Christians today are seeking to deepen their understanding of Reformed faith and practice. This comprehensive work displays the scriptural, historical, and (yes) ecumenical character of the Westminster Confession. I expect that it will become the standard commentary for a long time.”
Michael Horton, J. Gresham Machen Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics, Westminster Seminary California

“This comprehensive commentary on the Westminster Confession of Faith represents a significant contribution to contemporary Reformed scholarship. The editors and contributors combine historical depth, doctrinal clarity, and pastoral sensitivity, making the confession’s rich theology accessible for the church today. By situating the confession within the broader catholic tradition while clearly articulating its Reformed distinctives, this work serves as a reliable guide for students, pastors, and scholars alike. It not only deepens understanding but also encourages faithful application of the truths confessed.”
Valdeci Santos, Vice President and Professor of Biblical Counseling and Missions, Andrew Jumper Graduate Center, Brazil

“This is an excellent and very welcome addition to the growing discussion of the Westminster Assembly and its theology.”
Robert Letham, Senior Research Fellow, Union School of Theology

“This remarkable volume on the Westminster Confession of Faith combines scholarship and devotion suited for the academic, pulpiteer, and person in the pew. No other book I know of does just what this book does and, overall, does it so well. Each of the thirty-three chapters of the confession receives treatment by a professor at Reformed Theological Seminary, and all are first-rate. The editors’ excellent introduction sets the table. All may then dive into the feast. Teachers and students can return time and again as they use this incomparable tool to engage with this great confession for the education of congregations and Christians more broadly.”
Alan D. Strange, President and Professor of Church History, Mid-America Reformed Seminary

“Younger generations often struggle to understand, even to get along with, older ones. Pushing four hundred years since the publication of the Westminster Confession of Faith, our technologically advancing age can promote a theological superiority complex over doctrines written by now-dead Puritans. Focusing on historical meaning as well as biblical-theological content and application, the authors in this volume help us mind our elders, learning from them as our ministers while calling Christ alone Master. Drawing special attention to the Westminster Assembly’s Annotations on Scripture, this worthy volume invites us to see why the theology of the Westminster Standards is by no means outdated.”
Ryan M. McGraw, Morton H. Smith Professor of Systematic Theology, Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary

“This collection of essays is a welcome contribution to the growing body of commentary on the Westminster Confession of Faith. The chapters display a rich variety of focus and depth, and many will serve as standout guides for those engaged in teaching the confession. The shared institutional context of the contributors lends the volume a measure of coherence that will be appreciated by its readers.”
Drew Martin

“Fesko, Muether, and Smith have gathered first-rate scholars to produce first-rate essays on a first-rate Reformed confession. Theologically incisive, historically informed, and often pastorally minded, this comprehensive commentary will prove standard, if not definitive, for our understanding of the Westminster Confession for the foreseeable future. A must-have for pastors, those studying for ecclesiastical exams, and everyone who loves the Westminster Standards.”
Harrison Perkins, Pastor, Oakland Hills Community Church (OPC)

“Numerous commentaries on the Westminster Confession of Faith have been published since the seventeenth century. Each has its strengths and weaknesses, but only some remained in widespread use. I expect this new commentary by the faculty of Reformed Theological Seminary to be among those that stand the test of time. Although a multiauthored resource, it does not suffer from widely varying levels of quality. Every chapter is excellent. This is a truly outstanding resource to be read and studied prayerfully.”
Keith A. Mathison, Professor of Systematic Theology, Reformation Bible College; author, From Age to Age; Given for You; and The Shape of Sola Scriptura