How to Preach the Bible so People Really Listen

In this conversation, brothers John Lennox (Oxford mathematician and Christian apologist) and Gilbert Lennox (pastor and Bible teacher) join Charlie Styles to explore what it means to preach the Bible in a way that is both faithful to Scripture and deeply aware of the people listening.

Drawing from decades of teaching and ministry, they share stories of how they learned to handle the Bible as a whole narrative, the importance of understanding the culture you’re speaking into, and why preaching should ultimately lead to knowing God.

They discuss:

• Approaching the Bible as literature as well as God’s Word
• Bridging Scripture and culture without changing the message
• The difference between teaching and preaching
• Avoiding the trap of preparing sermons only for delivery rather than for personal spiritual growth
• Asking the right questions of both Scripture and culture
• Practical tips for staying fresh, speaking with clarity, and connecting with diverse audiences

Whether you preach regularly, teach the Bible in small groups, or simply want to handle Scripture with greater care, this discussion offers wisdom for making the Bible speak meaningfully into everyday life.