NIV® Standard Lesson Commentary® 2026–2027

THE WORLD'S MOST POPULAR ANNUAL BIBLE COMMENTARY-Trusted for over 60 years. The Standard Lesson Commentary® provides 52 weeks of in-depth study in a single volume. Deepen Your Understanding of Scripture This year, learn from the generations of Israelites who inhabited the promised land, explore the power of the Christian life, consider Jesus through the Gospel of John, and view discipleship through the lens of Paul's prison epistles. Key Features Include: • Printed Scripture text from the New International Version® • Verse-by-verse commentary to interpret the Scripture • Contextualized literary and historical lesson introductions • A review quiz for each quarter • Pronunciation guide for difficult words • Discussion questions to prompt conversation and reflection • Group learning activities to encourage life application Explore Free Lesson Extras at StandardLesson.com Whether you're looking for curriculum for adult Bible study classes, resources to enhance your lessons, or help with sermon preparation, you'll find what you need with the Standard Lesson Commentary. Following the International Sunday School Lessons (ISSL)/Uniform Series, Standard Lesson explores new topics every year. As the world's most popular annual Bible commentary for more than three decades, Standard Lesson Commentary (SLC) provides 52 weeks of study in a single volume and combines thorough Bible study with compelling illustrations and questions.