Sermon

Essentials of Reformed Expository Practice (Part 1)

January 24, 2009 | Joel R. Beeke

Joel R. Beeke addresses the principles and importance of Reformed expository preaching. Beeke emphasizes the necessity of faithfully expounding Scripture, grounding sermons in the text, and applying biblical truths to the lives of congregants. He discusses the historical roots of Reformed preaching, its theological foundations, and practical approaches for preachers to effectively communicate God’s Word.

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).