Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God Lesson Plan

Analyze the overall structure of the sermon. What does this show you about Edwards's purpose?

Despite the extreme pathos of the sermon, it is highly structured and logical. It begins with the introduction and exegesis of a Bible verse, a very common sermon structure, the exegesis divided into four organized points. These points then lead to the sermon's main thesis: "There is nothing that keeps wicked men at any one moment out of hell, but the mere pleasure of God." Edwards then argues, supports, and proves his thesis in ten sections. These sections include logical argumentation, scriptural support, and emotional appeals. Finally, Edwards moves into an application of his...