
audiobook
by Robert Aitkin Bertram, Alfred Tucker
TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES.
THE PREACHER’S - COMPLETE HOMILETIC - COMMENTARY - ON THE BOOKS OF THE BIBLE - WITH CRITICAL AND EXPLANATORY NOTES, INDEXES, ETC., BY VARIOUS AUTHORS
Isaiah - Volume I - By the REV. R. A. BERTRAM and The REV. ALFRED TUCKER
FUNK & WAGNALLS COMPANY - NEW YORK
ISAIAH. - INTRODUCTION.
The Prophet of the Lord.
Prophecy the Voice of God.
An Appeal and an Argument.
God’s Indictment against Israel.
Thoughtlessness.
A practical guide for ministers, this commentary gathers concise sermon outlines on the first thirty‑nine chapters of Isaiah. Drawing from a range of nineteenth‑century preaching voices, the authors distill the core messages, warnings, and comforts the prophet offers to today’s congregation. The focus stays firmly on evangelical application, setting aside scholarly debates in favor of clear, usable material.
The work reflects its era, preserving the sometimes polemical opinions and cultural attitudes of late‑Victorian London while providing a window into historical theological perspectives. It includes extensive indexes, cross‑references, and two translations of Isaiah, offering readers a layered view of the text. Readers will also find notes on the formatting and editorial choices that make navigation straightforward.
Organized by scripture reference, each outline is paired with footnotes and pointers to a separate illustration encyclopedia, allowing pastors to enrich their messages without overwhelming detail. The compact layout lets a full sermon’s substance fit on a single page, making preparation efficient for busy clergy.
Full title
The Preacher's Complete Homiletic Commentary on the Books of the Bible, Volume 15 (of 32) The Preacher's Complete Homiletic Commentary on the Book of the Prophet Isaiah, Volume I The Preacher's Complete Homiletic Commentary on the Book of the Prophet Isaiah, Volume I
Language
en
Duration
~36 hours (2092K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by John Hagerson and Mrs. Faith Ball
Release date
2018-10-09
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1836–1886
A Victorian Congregational minister and prolific compiler of religious reference works, he is best known for gathering poetry, sermons, and biblical commentary into practical books for preachers and teachers. His writing has the feel of someone trying to make faith, language, and Scripture immediately useful in everyday ministry.
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1849–1914
An artist turned missionary bishop, he played a major role in the early Anglican church in East Africa and wrote vividly about his years in Uganda. His life joined painting, preaching, and the complicated history of empire.
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