Different pastors and church leaders in our day continue to offer their opinions on what the church should be about. As a result, churches are often left wondering whose preferences to follow and whose authority to listen to. In this sermon from 2 Timothy 3:10–4:8, David Platt points us away from the preferences of man to the church’s ultimate authority––God speaking through His Word. In this first of twelve traits of a biblical church, Biblical Preaching and Teaching, we’ll see why the faithful proclamation of Scripture shapes everything about the church’s life and mission.
This series has been preached multiple times. For the newest version of this message, see 12 Traits of a Biblical Church.
Discussion Questions
Question 1. What are some things other than Scripture that tend to drive the church’s effort and resources?
Question 2. Is it possible for a sermon to be unbliical even if it is based on a specific verse or passage? Explain your answer.
Question 3. According to this sermon, what does it mean for a sermon to be expository?
Question 4. What is the benefit of preaching through books of the Bible? Why is this a healthier model than simply preaching through interesting topics?
Question 5. What are some signs a church is leaning on God’s Word for wisdom, power, and direction? Make a list.
David Platt serves as a Lead Pastor for McLean Bible Church. He is also the Founder and Chairman of Radical, an organization that helps people follow Jesus and make him known in their neighborhood and all nations.
David received his B.A. from the University of Georgia and M.Div., Th.M., and Ph.D. from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Some of his published works include Radical, Radical Together, Follow Me, Counter Culture, Something Needs to Change, and Don’t Hold Back.
He lives in the Washington, D.C. metro area with his wife and children.
