num_pages: 80
description: In this appendix to his Theoretical and Practical Theology Petrus van Mastricht presents pastors with the best method of preaching available. Dividing the task of preaching into four basic aspects (planning arrangement parts of a sermon and delivery) he gives analysis to show how each is meant to work gives rules for working through each one and discusses how each part is to aim at and interact with the affections of the hearers. Throughout the piece he uses Colossians 3:1 as an example to show his student how to progress through this method of preaching. Van Mastricht's work on preaching demonstrates the concern of sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Reformed theologians that even the most precise and technical theology is meant to aid preachers in addressing the church with God's Word. It also provides preachers today with encouragement to treat the biblical text faithfully and in a way that most benefits those listening to their sermons.Table of Petrus van Mastricht The Advantages of Using a Theoretical-Practical Method of Preaching1. The Basics of Sermon Arrangement2. Preaching Sermon Introductions3. Exegeting and Explaining the Text4. Preaching Doctrinally5. Preaching to Comfort Believers6. Preaching against Sin7. Preaching for Self-examination8. Exhorting unto Good Works9. Cautions Handling Lengthy Texts and Delivery10. Why This Is the Best Method of Preaching
language: English
title: The Best Method of Preaching
publisher: Reformation Heritage Books