Sermon

John Calvin: A Life of Devotion and Practical Theology

December 28, 2008 | Joel R. Beeke

Joel R. Beeke explores the deep personal devotion and spirituality of John Calvin, highlighting how his theology was not just intellectual but also profoundly practical and pastoral. Beeke underscores Calvin’s emphasis on the Christian life being marked by piety, a heartfelt devotion to God, and a life transformed by the Holy Spirit.

Joel R. Beeke serves as president and professor of systematic theology and homiletics at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, and pastor of the Heritage Reformed Congregation of Grand Rapids, Michigan. He is the author or co-author of more than 100 books, editor of another 100 volumes, and has just finished writing the final volume, with Paul Smalley, of Reformed Systematic Theology (4 vols.; Crossway).