This rare and important study of John Calvin’s sermons gives a complete review of Calvin’s preaching activity, purpose, method, and style. Included are the theological considerations that moved Calvin to preach the way he did; his view of the preacher’s office, his duty, and the congregation’s active participation; a historical account and the preservation of his preaching; Calvin’s expository method and the way he applied scripture to the needs of the congregation; and the form of the sermons and the “familiar” style that was employed.