The journey from exegesis to exposition could be described as climbing a mountain, going up a ladder, or mining the depths. Whatever the metaphor, we are talking about the steps of constructing an expository sermon. It is the process a faithful preacher follows week in and week out.
In this first episode, Austin Duncan explains what an expository sermon is and how it’s distinct from other kinds of preaching. You’ll also learn why it is the premier form of preaching.
God reserves the high privilege of expository preaching for those with the right character. This episode outlines what the Bible says, particularly in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1, is the necessary character and requirements of those who would be expositors.
What is the text saying? That’s the first question every preacher must ask as he sets out to craft an expository sermon. This episode shows you what you’re looking for, and what you need to accomplish, during the first step of the sermon building process.
You may understand every detail of the text and say true and helpful things about the Christian life, but if your sermon has no structure, your audience will struggle to understand the meaning of God’s perfect Word. This episode shows you the key tenets of sermon structure.
John MacArthur often says “the meaning of Scripture is Scripture.” In other words, God’s Word is found in a true understanding of what God’s Word means. This episode shows you how John MacArthur makes sure he understands the text’s meaning and how you can be confident you’re getting the meaning right as you prepare your sermon.
Once you understand the text’s meaning, you next need to figure out what your sermon is about. Only then can you show your audience what the Bible’s timeless truth is and what it means for their lives.
To make sure your audience understands Scripture’s timeless truth, you need a clear, effective outline. Learn how John MacArthur outlines his sermons and find out how you can organize your sermon’s content.
All sermons have a beginning, middle, and end. Not all have an intentionally crafted start and finish. This episode helps you grab your audience’s attention, understand them importance of your sermon, then help them remember it long after it’s finished.
Every sermon, no matter the text or content, needs illustrations. They serve a critical function in the message, bringing light and clarity on God’s truth. This lecture shows you what an illustration is, along with why and how expositors must use them.
The last step of the sermon building process is applying God’s truth to God’s people. This episode examines Pastor John’s approach to application and shows you how to apply truth the right way.