Jonathan Edwards as Preacher

There is little debate to be found within secular or religious circles, that Jonathan Edwards stands tall as a dominant figure in American History. Ola Elizabeth Winslow as she writes, “Among the great men of America, he(Edwards) is a lonely figure.”[1] Edwards’ influence covers a full spectrum ranging from philosophy to theology. His influence [...]

Suffering for Jesus

Preaching through Revelation 2-3, has reminded me how much suffering the early church experienced.
For example, my preaching text tomorrow references “a faithful martyr” by the name of Antipas. Since little is known about Antipas from respectable historical sources, we must be careful to speculate too much about his life and death. But there [...]

Jonathan Edwards on New Life (2 Corinthians 5:17)

We are dependent on God’s power through every step of our redemption.  We are dependent on the power of God to convert us, and give us faith in Jesus Christ, and the new nature.
It is a work of creation: “If any man be in Christ, he is a new creation” (1 Cor. 5:17).  “We are [...]

Martin Luther As Preacher

Luther as Preacher 
Whoever seeks to become a preacher seeks the highest office in Christendom.[1]
 Introduction 
            Although Martin Luther was ordained as a priest in 1507, he did not begin his preaching ministry until he was required to preach for his doctorate at the University of Wittenberg. 1512 marks the beginning of Luther’s preaching ministry.  From the [...]

Martin Luther on Shaggy Donkey Ears

As a preacher, it is necessary to consistently eat humble-pie.  Martin Luther is serving dessert today,  
If, however, you feel and are inclined to think you have made it, flattering yourself with your own little books, teaching, or writing, because you have done it beautifully and preached excellently; if you are highly pleased when someone praises [...]

Jonathan Edwards Use of David Brainerd

INTRODUCTION      
On Thursday, May 28, 1747, a Northampton doctor diagnosed a twenty-nine year old Indian missionary with chronic tuberculosis.  Upon hearing his prognosis and feeling his physical health declining rapidly, he concluded his mission’s efforts that summer and took up residence in the home of his dear friend, Jonathan Edwards. During his last month of [...]