The Art of Prophesying, by William Perkins

The Art of Prophesying, by William Perkins. Edinburgh: The Banner of Truth Trust, 1996. Pp. xv + 191. $6.99 (paper). [Reviewed by the editor.] Both the prophet and those to whom he prophesies will benefit from this warm, practical book on the ministry. "Prophesying" in the title refers to the preaching of the gospel. The "prophet" is the preacher, and his audience is the congregation of believers and their children. The late sixteenth century English Reformed pastor William Perkins gives wise...