What is the power in preaching? Is it in the preacher’s own preparation and scholarship? If it is, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones argues that we are to be most miserable. In this teaching, Dr. Lloyd-Jones expounds upon what he believes to be the most important ingredient in preaching: the unction, or power, of the Holy Spirit. Consider the apostles: they had all of the teaching and preparation, but this was not enough. The Holy Spirit must come and give these men power to preach the Gospel. In one’s...

Should a preacher repeat his sermon? What are the dangers in doing so? Is it ever appropriate for a preacher to preach another man’s sermon? These questions are handled as Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones lectures under the topic of preaching and preachers. A sermon takes on a personality of its own. As the preacher comes to know his sermons, there are certain benefits in preaching them again and again. Yet there are pitfalls. The preacher who is no longer moved by his sermon turns the act into a mere...

In this teaching, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones discusses matters facing the church today which threaten the preaching ministry. He begins with the topic of music, and moves to a discussion on altar calls. Regarding music, Dr. Lloyd-Jones is concerned that congregations are opting for more special singing, quartets, and choirs; focusing less on the preaching ministry. The more a church is focused on her building, ceremony, special singing and music, the less the church experiences a robust and...

As the proclamation of God’s Word is the task of every preacher, certain things must be avoided. These things creep into the preaching ministry and detract the man from his work. As Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones continues his lectures on preaching and preachers, he begins with a few observations on radio preaching. As this grew in popularity during his day, the radio posed new problems for the preacher which led to a sense of professionalism in the pulpit. The preacher must not be bound by time,...

The preacher must freely preach the Word of God in a way that is natural, yet prepared. In this sermon, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones addresses the preacher’s need for freedom in the pulpit. On one hand, some preachers are bound to a manuscript and never make eye contact with his people. On the other, the preacher is unprepared and forgets what he intended to say. He argues for a well-prepared outline. Additionally, as the man prepares his sermon, he must consider the use of illustrations. Many...

The shape of the sermon should reflect the goal of any sermon. That is, to show the original context, the meaning of a passage, and apply it to life today. In this lecture, Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones discusses outlines, the main points of a sermon, the place and importance of headings, and the balance between the written and extemporaneous sermon. First, he warns against professionalism. Too many sermons have been ruined by one’s vain attempt to manipulate ideas to fit a clever sermon outline....

The importance of the 'freedom of the Spirit'; the use of special occasions; the need for constant assessment and re-adjustment.

The importance of regular Scripture reading; the importance of reading generally; and some suggested guidelines; know yourself.

Evangelistic preaching and its importance; the restoration of authority to the pulpit; the place and importance of buildings.

The relationship between the pew and the pulpit; modern ideas of preaching based on false thinking.

Who is to preach? The 'call' to preach examined and explained; the marks of a preacher; the training required.

The whole person is involved; the delivery of the sermon; the sermon and the act of preaching.

Preaching must be theological; the preacher's duty is to present the Gospel; the delivery in general; the relationship of exposition to the sermon.

The error of debate; what is preaching? The total person is involved; on both sides of the pulpit!

Points of view; objections and definitions; the failure of the 'social' gospel; the power of the Gospel.

Reasons for the decline of preaching examined; preaching: the Biblical view; the evidence of Church history.