Standard Lesson Commentary^®

Standard Lesson – Annual Bible Commentary

SLC will be available for preorder starting May 2. 2026.
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Standard Lesson Commentary® (SLC) continues to be the world’s most popular annual Bible commentary. Within SLC, you’ll discover 52 weeks of study in a single volume combined with thorough Bible study that includes relevant examples and questions. 

SLC is the perfect resource for sermon preparation, individual study, and even your adult Sunday school class. It can also be used in conjunction with the Standard Lesson Quarterly curriculum. Both are based on the International Sunday School Lesson plan (ISSL).  

STANDARD LESSON COMMENTARY FEATURES:

• Printed Scripture text in either KJV or NIV®
• Verse-by-verse commentary to explain and interpret Scripture
• Detailed lesson context that provides historical and literary
  backgrounds of the Scripture
• Discussion questions to spark conversation and deeper reflection
• How to Say It pronunciation guide for biblical names and places
• Verbal illustrations that connect lesson themes to modern life
• Learning activities to encourage life application
• This Quarter in the Word daily Bible readings to encourage
  study throughout the week
• A quarterly review quiz to test comprehension of Scripture
• Free reproducible student activity pages and other helpful resources for each lesson
• Available in a variety of formats—regular print, large print, deluxe (with Logos digital download product key), and digital eBooks for iPad and Kindle

SLC DELUXE EDITIONS UNLOCK MORE TOOLS FOR DEEPER STUDY
Deluxe Editions feature the large print commentary (14-point font) and printed activity pages. Use the unique code for Logos Bible Software® printed in each Deluxe Commentary to access the eCommentary and a library of digital resources:

• Whole-Bible commentaries
• Bible dictionaries
• Greek and Hebrew lexicons
• Dozens of Bible translations
• PowerPoint® and Google Slides™ presentations
• Full-color visual resources
• Reproducible student activity pages
• Quarterly quizzes

DEEPEN YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF SCRIPTURE WITH THE 2026-2027 STUDY PLAN:

Quarter 1: Fall
Generations: From Canaan to Jerusalem—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel
Explore ancient Israel’s entry into the promised land. You’ll follow Joshua’s leadership as the Israelites enter Canaan, consider Israel’s propensity to ignore God through the era of the Judges, and examine Samuel’s pivotal role as he sets the stage for King David’s glorious reign.

Quarter 2: Winter
Power to the People—1 & 2 Peter, 1–3 John, Jude
This winter, look at powerful living for a powerless people. These letters address the scattered and persecuted church of the first century AD, defending the way of Christ by advising readers to live holy lives.

Quarter 3: Spring
Written That You Might Believe—John
As you focus on the Gospel of John this spring, you’ll experience John’s rich imagery and metaphors to testify to the truth of who Jesus is: the Son of God, the Messiah.

Quarter 4: Summer
Just a Closer Walk—Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Philemon
In the letters commonly known as the “Prison Epistles,” you’ll discover alongside the apostle Paul how believers are to interact with one another and the world in Christlike ways. Paul calls believers to a life of joyful camaraderie, steadiness in hope, and contentment in God’s provision.