AT623 Lesson 27
Update: 2017-08-08
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Larry Trotter continues sharing with the class. Does the Bible evangelize? Consider the Bible and preaching. We need to trust the appointed means of grace. The Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 89 asks, ”How is the word made effectual to salvation? A: The Spirit of God maketh the reading, but especially the preaching of the word an effectual means of convincing and converting sinners, and of building them up in holiness and comfort through faith unto salvation.” Question 90 asks, “How is the word to be read and heard, that it may become effectual to salvation? A: That the word may become effectual to salvation, we must attend thereunto with diligence, preparation, and prayer, receive it with faith and love, lay it up in our hearts, and practice it in our lives.” Assume non-Christians are present when preaching. If non-Christians are present, avoid jargon (Christian language). If a theological word is needed, explain it. Do all you can to help people manage the Bible. Resist formulas and preach Christ as the text preaches Christ. Should non-believers be addressed in the sermon? Consider the elements of worship and the dividing line. We do people a disservice by not fencing the table clearly and missing an evangelistic opportunity. John Leonard speaks of evangelizing Christians and discipling non-Christians.
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