Wednesday Book Reviews for 5-30-18
This week I want to highlight 3 biographical sketches by Steven Lawson. I call them sketches because they are not long books but, for the most part under 200 pages which emphasize the ministries of the titled men. These are from his series called, “A Long Line of Godly Men Profile.” Today are three of the Reformers.
The Daring Mission of William Tyndale
By Steven Lawson
In The Daring Mission of William Tyndale, Dr. Steven J. Lawson traces this daring mission, which was ultimately used by God to ignite the English Reformation yet would cost Tyndale his life. From one man’s labor, we’re reminded of God’s faithfulness to preserve His Word and equip His people.
Chapters
- A Dangerous Passion
- Grounded in Sovereign Grace
- The Perilous Work Begins
- New Testament for a Plowboy
- Producing the Pentateuch
- Always Improving
- The Historical Books
- Conclusion: We Want Again Tyndales!
The Heroic Boldness of Martin Luther
By Steven Lawson
In The Heroic Boldness of Martin Luther, Dr. Steven J. Lawson shows the convictions and practices that fed Luther’s pulpit boldness, providing an example for all preachers in a day when truth once more is in decline.
Chapters
- Luther’s Life and Legacy
- A Deep Conviction about the Word
- A Relentless Drive in the Study
- A Firm Commitment to the Text
- A Passionate Delivery in the Pulpit
- A Fearless Declaration of the Truth
- Conclusion: We Want Again Luthers!
The Expository Genius of John Calvin
By Steven Lawson
Here is an intimate portrait of Calvin the preacher-the core beliefs that determined his preaching style, the steps he took to prepare to preach, and the techniques he used in handling the Word of God, interpreting it, and applying it to his congregation. In the pulpit ministry of the great Reformer, Dr. Lawson finds inspiration and guidance for today’s church and calls on modern pastors to follow the Reformer’s example of strong expository preaching.
Chapters
- Calvin’s Life and Legacy
- Approaching the Pulpit
- Preparing the Preacher
- Launching the Sermon
- Expounding the Text
- Crafting the Delivery
- Applying the Truth
- Concluding the Exposition
- Conclusion: “We Want Again Calvins!”