Philip Arthur Bence PhD Thesis - Research@StAndrews:FullText

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the work of the Spirit in preaching.
For related reasons, Lloyd-Jones took a stand
against a call for immediate public decision following a
sermon" (in contrast to many others with similar
conservative theology). Although the preacher presents
the truth with a goal of lives being changed, it is not
his task to manipulate his congregation emotionally in
order to promote decision.
In addition to these statements dealing with
practices to avoid, Lloyd-Jones offered constructive
words for the preacher.
The true preacher is a man (Lloyd-Jones held
literally the Apostle Paul's injunction against women
speaking in a church service.) whom God calls.
The call involves an individual's God-given inner
inclination toward a preaching ministry, encouragement
from other Christians who recognize that person's gifts,
and a growing internal contraint which allows no other
career option.
The church body must examine a man who professes a
call, noting his qualifications regarding spiritual gifts
and power. '4 's Without strong Christian character, a
reasonable measure of intellectual acumen, and natural
verbal ability, the preacher will likely fail.
With the consciousness of God's call and
confirmation from the church, the prospective preacher
proceeds with formal education. During this time, he
becomes thoroughly familiar with the Bible, systematic