

How to Read the Bible — and Preach It
May 14, 2018
Daily Bible reading is emphasized as essential for spiritual growth, underscoring the preacher's duty to connect deeply with Scripture. The discussion pivots to expositional preaching, stressing that it's not just about information, but about transforming hearts. Listeners are encouraged to experience preaching as 'expository exaltation,' where emotional and spiritual realities come alive. Finally, the podcast highlights the crucial interplay between Bible reading and preaching, promoting sound biblical interpretation for personal and pastoral enrichment.
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Faithful Exposition
- Expositional preaching must communicate the author's main point, not just interesting or uplifting tidbits.
- Avoid losing God's agenda by focusing on personal interpretations.
Expository Exaltation
- Expositional preaching isn't just transferring ideas, but communicating the reality behind the text.
- Preaching should evoke an experience of God, not just intellectual understanding.
Bible Reading Resolution
- John Piper shared how he would approach Bible reading if he were 22 again.
- He emphasized daily reading, prioritizing it even over kissing his wife.