The Expository Genius of John Calvin
Publisher: Reformation Trust
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Lake Mary, Fla.
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781567690859
Table of contents: title: Preface: Standing on holy ground; title: Calvin's life and legacy; title: Approaching the pulpit : Biblical authority ; Divine presence ; Pulpit priority ; Sequential exposition; title: Preparing the preacher : Diligent mind ; Devoted heart ; Relentless will; title: Launching the sermon : Direct beginning ; Extemporaneous delivery ; Scriptural context ; Stated theme; title: Expounding the text : Specific text ; Exegetical precision ; Literal interpretation ; Cross references ; Persuasive reasoning ; Reasonable deductions; title: Crafting the delivery : Familiar words ; Vivid expressions ; Provocative questions ; Simple restatements ; Limited quotations ; Unspoken outline ; Seamless transitions ; Focused intensity; title: Applying the truth : Pastoral exhortation ; Personal examination ; Loving rebuke ; Polemic confrontation; title: Concluding the exposition : Succinct summation ; Pressing appeal ; Climactic prayer; title: Conclusion: "We want again Calvins!"