The Pastor’s Study – Winter 2022

This magazine is for pastors who are studying Scripture in order to preach to their churches. Dr. Joel Beeke opens this issue with a vision for preaching. From there, the focus is on Genesis 3. The details of the text are summarized in “The Story of the Fall” (pages 6-8). Dr. Nelson Were explains “The First Gospel Promise” found in this chapter (pages 9-10). In “Dining with the Devil” (page 11), I explore some connections with the rest of the Bible. Pastor Joshua Muthukya’s closing devotional shows the meaning of Satan’s defeat (Page 20).

Pastors will also benefit from other practical articles in this issue. Dr. Paul Ferguson summarizes the Bible’s teaching about abortion (pages 14-15), and Pastor Tonny Karwa explains the biblical pattern for teaching ministry (pages 16-17). Dr. Michael Haykin offers an inspiring account of the life of Onesiphorus (pages 18-19).

Look out for some special features for preachers. On page 7, you will find some suggested steps for preparing to preach this text. On page 8, the “points for preachers” may help you with an outline. On pages 12-13, you will find a worksheet with space for notes, and some questions to help you get started.