The Banner Podcast

In this Friday Extra, we explain a little bit about some exciting new podcast developments at the Banner of Truth.

Following that 'service announcement' we hear from the Chair of the Banner board, Rev. Jeff Kingswood, about a little-known but highly significant title published by the Trust. 

 

More info. on T. J. Crawford's The Mysteries of Christianity: 

— Short review by David Campbell

— Excerpt: 'The Mystery of God's Oneness'

— Excerpt: 'The Mystery of the Trinity'

 

Buy the book: https://banneroftruth.org/store/theology/the-mysteries-of-christianity/

We readily accept that preachers need to be familiar with the Scriptures and with theology. But church history? Surely it is a matter of indifference whether or not a preacher has much knowledge of the often-complicated history of the church? 

Peter Barnes disagrees, and lays out the case for the studied and accessible use of the church's history in evangelical preaching and teaching. 

 

Featured Resources: 

Peter Barnes, 'The Use of Church History in Preaching,' Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 287–8 (August–September 1987). 

 

Books noted in the article:

J. C. Ryle, Five English Reformers

J. C. Ryle, Christian Leaders of the Eighteenth Century

 

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This week we read a gripping article on a man whose ministry, despite sorrow and ill-health, was faithful and blessed—in Perth, Scotland, as well as Calcutta, India. 

 

Featured Resources: 

David Campbell, 'John Milne: "A flower of rare beauty and sweetness of odour"' Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 754 (July 2026). 

 

Buy the book: 

Horatius Bonar, The Life of John Milne of Perth

 

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A title which many have appreciated and which is, for the moment, still out of print, is the The Diary of Kenneth A. MacRae, edited by Iain H. Murray. MacRae had a long ministry in the highlands and islands of Scotland.

This week we read a collection of his candid and spiritual reflections on the topic of preaching. We trust they will be helpful to preachers and hearers alike. 

 

Featured Resources: 

'Thoughts on Preaching from 'The Diary of Kenneth MacRae,' Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 415 (April 1998). 

 

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Daniel Funke highlights the unique opportunities of the morning, and the value of sanctifying our waking hour for the glory of God. 

 

Featured Resources: 

Daniel Funke, 'Waking the Dawn with Praise,' Banner of Truth Magazine, Issue 752 (May 2026). 

 

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Featured photo in episode artwork by Vidar Nordli-Mathisen on Unsplash.