The expository genius of John Calvin
By: by Steven J. Lawson.
Series: The "long line of godly men" profile series
Publisher: Reformation Trust Pub.
Published: 2006
Place of publication: Lake Mary, FL
Language: eng
Subjects: Calvin, Jean, -- 1509-1564.; Preaching -- History -- 16th century.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: Preface: Standing on holy ground; title: Calvin's life and legacy; title: Approaching the pulpit; title: Biblical authority; title: Divine presence; title: Pulpit priority; title: Sequential exposition; title: Preparing the preacher; title: Diligent mind; title: Devoted heart; title: Relentless will; title: Launching the sermon; title: Direct beginning; title: Extemporaneous delivery; title: Scriptural context; title: Stated theme; title: Expounding the text; title: Specific text; title: Exegetical precision; title: Literal interpretation; title: Cross references; title: Persuasive reasoning; title: Reasonable deductions; title: Crafting the delivery; title: Familiar words; title: Vivid expressions; title: Provocative questions; title: Simple restatements; title: Limited quotations; title: Unspoken outline; title: Seamless transitions; title: Focused intensity; title: Applying the truth; title: Pastoral exhortation; title: Personal examination; title: Loving rebuke; title: Polemic confrontation; title: Concluding the exposition; title: Succinct summation; title: Pressing appeal; title: Climactic prayer; title: Conclusion: "We want again Calvins!"