Written by preachers for preachers, this instructive work details the value of proclaiming God’s Word -- as it is written -- without ceding to the temptation to modernize or minimize what it says. It also addresses what makes preaching effective and what must be avoided. As with any compilation, some chapters are more helpful than others, but the whole volume remains a benefit to those called to preach (or to those wondering what biblical preaching entails).

If only God can save, then to whom do we turn to see our friends brought to salvation? The logical answer is, “To God!” The awkward question that sometimes follows is: “Then why is it that in most ministries and churches, prayer is supplemental rather than fundamental?” [124]

The fear of the Lord is the proper reaction of creatures to God’s infinite majesty and of sinners to God’s infinite holiness. As we grow in the knowledge of God, we learn to tremble before His great glory and burning purity; this fear is the beginning of wisdom. [125]

The Scriptures affirm that both repentance and faith are gifts of God. But we should be quick to add that God does not repent or believe for us. He implores us and earnestly appeals to us to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ. But it is we sinners who exercise saving faith, having been enabled to believe by God. [129]  

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