The Homilies

Models for biblical, theological, and practical preaching.

Reviewed by Patrick Boyle, pastor, Watford, Hertfordshire, England.

One of the most enduring benefits of the English Reformation is The Homilies, 33 sermons published in two parts. Book one dates back to 1547 (Edward VI), and book two to 1563 (Elizabeth I).

Archbishop Cranmer (book one) and Archbishop Jewel (book two) were the principal contributors. The intention was that the sermons be read each Sun day, especially by ministers who lacked the gift of preaching. Such a practice would make plain the way of salvation through faith in Jesus as Lord and Saviour. It would also define the content of Christian doctrine and lifestyle.

The reprinting of The Homilies is welcomed for three reasons: 1. It provides an opportunity for the Anglican Church of today to review how far it has departed from the faith, practice, and theology of the English Reformers. 2. It provides powerful and clear expositions of Christian faith and practice. 3. It offers to ministers a model for biblical, theological, and practical preaching.


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Reviewed by Patrick Boyle, pastor, Watford, Hertfordshire, England.

September 1991

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