Expositional preaching is highly regarded in Reformed churches, and it is worth asking why. Is it not more efficient to study God's Word in our own quiet times? Is it not more enjoyable to discuss Scripture in a small group?

As a means of grace, preaching has a unique sin-killing, life-giving power that brings great blessing into a life. David Strain lays the biblical and theological foundations, points to historical examples, and answers the practical objections - writing as much for the person in the pew who finds sermons a poor use of time as for the preacher.