The Art of Prophesying

By William Perkins

The pages which follow have been written for faithful ministers of the gospel and for all who are concerned about and pursue the knowledge of holy learning.The preparation of sermons is an everyday task in the church, but it is still a tremendous responsibility and by no means easy. In fact it is doubtful if there is a more difficult challenge in the theological disciplines than that of homiletics. Its subject matter is prophecy, which is a 'higher gift' indeed (cf. 1 Cor. 12:31), whether we think about its dignity or its usefulness.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Reformed Church Publications
• Release date: Jan 27, 2018
• ISBN: 9781618981486

William Perkins

Bill Perkins's wit, insight, and penetrating stories make him a sought-after speaker for corporate and Christian groups. He has conducted business and leadership seminars across the country for companies such as Alaska Airlines and McDonald's. Bill has appeared on nationally broadcast radio and television shows, including The O'Reilly Factor. He addresses men's groups around the world and has conducted chapels for major league baseball teams. Bill served as a senior pastor for 24 years and is the founder and CEO of Million Mighty Men. He is a graduate of the University of Texas and Dallas Theological Seminary. Bill has authored or collaborated on 20 books, including When Good Men are Tempted, When Young Men are Tempted, The Journey, Six Battles Every Man Must Win, 6 Rules Every Man Must Break, When Good Men Get Angry, and The Jesus Experiment(forthcoming in fall 2011). He and his wife, Cindy, live in West Linn, Oregon. They have three sons and two grandchildren.

Reviews for The Art of Prophesying

[theoscholar · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

If my memory serves me correctly this is one of if not the first textbook on homiletics in the history of English theology. Not much here in the area of structure and technique, but for a Biblical theology of preaching it is without peer. Perkins reminds the reader that true preaching is prophetic. The minister is not just expounding an ancient text he/ she is speaking for God. Must read for every novice preacher, and some veterans as well!