Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson How Important Is Preaching?
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Sep 8, 2025 The significance of preaching in spiritual life takes center stage. The discussion highlights its unique role compared to personal Bible study. Emphasis is placed on how active engagement with preaching can enhance spiritual growth. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own practices and beliefs regarding the proclamation of God’s Word.
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Preaching As Primary Means
- The Westminster Catechism emphasizes "especially the preaching" as the Spirit's primary means to convince and convert sinners.
- Preaching is presented as central to building believers in holiness and comfort through faith unto salvation.
Experience Doesn't Define Importance
- Personal preference for Bible study over sermons doesn't prove sermons are less important.
- Poor preaching or poor listening may explain why some get more from small groups than from sermons.
Pray And Examine Listening Habits
- Evaluate whether the issue lies in the preaching quality or your listening habits before dismissing sermons.
- Improve listening and prayer to receive more from true preaching in the Spirit of Christ.
