Preach! is a text that develops a profound, Reformed theology of Scripture based on "Biblical Theology" and its implications for the pulpit. "Biblical Theology," according to Clowney, serves to ground our sermons in a Christ-centered view of the cross. "He who preaches the Word must preach Christ" summarizes the trajectory of this book from beginning to end. The author also helps the preacher develop interpretive principles for preaching Christ from the Old Testament and to understand and utilize the symbolism and typology that are so common in the pages of the Holy Scriptures.
What does a sermon guided by Biblical Theology look like? Preaching must enrich listeners with the unity and scope of God's redemptive work. Throughout Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation, God is telling a single narrative of His work of salvation in His Son Jesus Christ. The preacher must anchor his sermon both in the historical context and in the unifying narrative of salvation history.
Clowney helps us see how to accomplish this great task for the glory of God and the edification of the church.
