Pithy Puritan Gems for Pastors
Be an example to all believers in what you teach, in the way
you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. 1 Timothy
4.12 Thomas Brooks A preacher's life should be a commentary on
his doctrine. His practice should be a counterpart
of his sermons. Heavenly doctrines should always
be adorned with a heavenly life. 1 Timothy, chapter four, verse
16. Watch your life and doctrine
closely. John Newton. The chief means
for attaining wisdom and suitable gifts and graces for the Christian
ministry are the holy scriptures and prayer. Charles Spurgeon. A faithful
preacher is a rare creature. Like a diamond, he is as precious
as he is rare. John Preston. There is not a
sermon which is heard, but it sets us nearer to heaven or hell. Richard Sibbes, preaching is
that ordinance of God for the beginning of faith, for the opening
of the understanding, and for the drawing of the will and affections
to Christ. J.C. Ryle, sound doctrine and
holy living are the marks of true pastors. Thomas Brooks The lives of ministers
oftentimes convince more strongly than their words. Their tongues
may persuade, but their lives command. Quisnel A man ought to preach
only that which he has learned from God, in the secret exercise
of prayer, and in meditation on the Scriptures. John Berridge Much reading and
thinking may make a popular minister, but it takes much secret prayer
to make a powerful preacher. John Henry Jowett Preaching that
costs nothing accomplishes nothing. In the presence of God and of
Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and
in view of His appearing and His kingdom, I give you this
charge. Preach the word. Be prepared
in season and out of season, correct, rebuke, and encourage,
with great patience and careful instruction. 2 Timothy chapter
4 verses 1 and 2