Preaching With Biblical Motivation

Reformed theology proposes that the Holy Spirit alone makes the preaching of God's Word effectual in salvation and sanctification. How can preachers move the hearts of hearers in ways that please and glorify God without being seen as manipulators? This book traces the development of motivational theories and practices in academia, in the church, and from an assortment of theological persuasions -- contrasting them with a study of five sermons in the book of Acts that illustrate biblical principles of motivation.