
Tony Sargent
1 Sermons
Anthony Sargent (date of birth unknown – ) is a British theologian, educator, and author whose work has influenced contemporary preaching, notably through his leadership at International Christian College (ICC) in Glasgow, Scotland, where he served as Principal until becoming Principal Emeritus. Born in the United Kingdom, Sargent trained in theology and pursued a career blending scholarship with practical ministry. While not a full-time preacher in the traditional sense, his impact on preaching stems from his deep engagement with homiletics—the art and theology of sermon delivery—and his mentorship of countless students who became pastors and evangelists. Sargent’s most significant contribution to preaching is his book The Sacred Anointing: Preaching and the Spirit’s Anointing in the Life and Thought of Martyn Lloyd-Jones (1994), which examines the Welsh preacher’s reliance on divine inspiration, offering insights for modern ministers. He also explored nonviolent themes in Jesus, Revolutionary of Peace (2003), reflecting a broader theological interest in Christ’s teachings. As Principal of ICC, he shaped a generation of Christian leaders, emphasizing the Holy Spirit’s role in effective proclamation. His recorded sermons, such as those at Worthing Tabernacle and Maybridge Community Church, reveal a preacherly style marked by intellectual rigor and spiritual warmth, though his public profile remained modest compared to pulpit giants. Based in Glasgow, Sargent’s legacy lies in equipping others to preach rather than building a personal preaching legacy.