Augustine and William Perkins on Preaching

Annotated Selections from Two Classics

Augustine and William Perkins on Preaching: Annotated Selections from Two Classics is Book 3 in the Preaching Mentoring Series. Here you have two voices—separated by more than a thousand years—who offer timeless wisdom for proclaiming God’s Word. In On Christian Doctrine (Book Four), Augustine of Hippo lays out the foundations of Christian preaching, urging ministers to teach with clarity, humility, and Spirit-filled eloquence. In The Art of Prophesying (Chapters 6–11), Puritan pastor William Perkins builds on that same vision, offering practical guidance for sermon preparation, delivery, and pastoral faithfulness. This volume brings together annotated selections from both classics in a fresh, accessible format. Annotations and study guide questions help readers engage deeply with the texts, connect ancient insights to modern ministry, and reflect on their own calling as preachers and teachers of God’s Word.