The MacArthur Masterclass

1. What is Expository Preaching?

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.

Application Questions for Episode 1: What is Expository Preaching?

  1. Define expository preaching.
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  2. In his three-part lecture called Fundamental of Expository Preaching, John MacArthur gives 17 consequences of not being an expositor.  Watch all three lectures (links below) and write out all 17 reasons.

    Fundamental of Expository Preaching, Lecture 1 (on YouTube)
    Fundamental of Expository Preaching, Lecture 2 (on YouTube)
    Fundamental of Expository Preaching, Lecture 3 (on YouTube)
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  3. Before moving to episode 2 of this class, watch the following interview with John MacArthur in the MacArthur Center at TMS. Compare MacArthur’s preaching process to yours: How Does John MacArthur Build His Sermons (on YouTube)
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  4. Define the following theological terms:

    Inerrant ________________
    Inspired ________________
    Infallible ________________
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Lesson Plan

1. What is Expository Preaching?
2. Who Can Be an Expositor?
3. Analyze the Text
4. Structuring the Sermon
5. Gettting the Meaning Right
6. The Sermon's Intent
7. Outlining the Sermon
8. Introductions and Conclusions
9. Illustrations
10. Application

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2. Who Can Be an Expositor?

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.

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