~THE GORDIAN KNOT~: The Gospel of the Synagogue Versus the Gospel of the Son of God – What makes Christian sermons distinctively Christian? What damage could be done in the life of the Christian church if our sermons lose their distinctively Christian character? Biblical-Theological Exposition and Hermeneutics – The Reformed orthodox were exegetically driven and … [Read more…]
The Lord’s Day and Discipleship – Pastors can be reticent to speak about the Lord’s Day, fearing perceptions of legalism or self-aggrandizement. But we need to be reminded through teaching and the example of church officers of the importance of the Lord’s Day for Christian discipleship. As Jesus said, “The Sabbath was made for man” … [Read more…]
Why We Should Preach Christ in Every Sermon – Fred Malone: "There are two thoughts I would offer in answer to this: (1) Biblical Hermeneutics, and (2) Biblical Example." Should We Preach Christ in Every Sermon? – True preaching is not: 1. An expositional sermon, even from a New Testament text, without mentioning Christ except … [Read more…]
George Whitefield was an English Anglican preacher who helped spread the Great Awakening in Britain, and especially in the British North American colonies. In 1771 he offered these keys for getting the most out of what the preacher has to say: Come to hear them, not out of curiosity, but from a sincere desire to … [Read more…]
3 Characteristics of Plain Preaching – 1. Plain preaching addresses the mind with clarity. It addresses man as a rational creature. 2. Plain preaching confronts the conscience pointedly. Work hard on the consciences of sinners. 3. Plain preaching woos the heart passionately. It it affectionate, zealous, and optimistic. Do not just reason with the mind … [Read more…]
New Modern Reformation Video on Islam – "Curious about Islam? Want to dig a little deeper after reading Michael Horton’s article in the July/August issue of Modern Reformation? This is the first of three video conversations that Dr. Horton recorded to help us understand the differences between Islam and Christianity." Five Features of Preaching in … [Read more…]