Other Writings
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Explain only what is clear from Scripture. Explain only what you yourself fully understand. Distinguish between what is clearly revealed and that which is mysterious. Mysteries should simply be stated because that is what God does. Explain only what needs to be explained, and do not under any circumstances allow the explanation to dominate the
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Tell the people what you are going to say, say it and then tell them what you said, is good advice. However, if you can summarize your theme in one sentence and stick to that, then the divisions should derive from the theme and you will do well. Consider first general rules for all. Do
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The message of Clowney is clear. We must always preach Christ, but not as an add-on. I have heard so many sermons in which the preacher talks about salvation in Christ but does not connect it to the text and context. This is the wrong kind of discussion. A bad example may be found in
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The topical sermon in which the divisions are derived from the topic itself including a personality, an event, an attribute of God, or a virtue or a vice is OK but the drawback is that the preacher concentrates on what is important to him and that may narrow the perspective of the congregation. Textual-topical sermons
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The Title: Interesting, honest, and refined. The Proposition: It should be brief and summarize the gist of the sermon. It should also be one of the first things we do because it will keep us focused in our preparation. The most disastrous sermons are produced by people who do not have a theme. They just
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Expository preaching requires the selection of a text. Preacher’s choice should be governed by clarity, and the needs of the congregation if he is picking a text at random. However one should not avoid any part of Scripture, which means that you should not focus on the New Testament alone. If choosing an isolated text
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Morris points out the temptations that face the preacher. I love the story of the homiletics professor who said to his departing students, “Wherever you go in the world, there are sure to be young women (and men also I might add) that take your hand and say that was a wonderful sermon. Gentlemen, the
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With regard to the message, Broadus emphasizes the importance of using the Bible. That may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s amazing how many sermons I have heard that pay lip service to the Bible but do not really explore its depths or properly explain its content. He emphasizes a number of advantages. Among the
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As the sole communicator in the sermon, the preacher must be called of God. How is that determined? A genuine conversion is of course the prelude to being called. God does not call professionals. He must continue his study throughout life. Seminary is there to teach you how to study and not to finish the
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Why study the science of preaching or homiletics? Because it is the proclamation of a message from God. It is Biblical truth aimed at behavioral change whether conversion or growth. The 3 elements are God’s message, the preacher, and human beings’ needs. The three terms for it in the NT are kerussein meaning to proclaim,
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TOPICS Reading Assignments THE STUDY OF PREACHING Broadus, 1 & 2Chapell, 1 & 2Logan, 14 THE PREACHER Broadus, 3Logan, 1, 2Sangster, 1Haselden, 1Miller, Lecture THE MESSAGE Broadus, 4Logan, Introduction, 3Nes,
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Background This course has been taught at Evangelical University and Seminary in Plant City, FL The purpose is examine every aspect of Sermon preparation including the man, the models, the manner, and the method. It will deal with preparation, exegesis, organization, and presentation. The objectives are: 1. to have each student read and reflect on
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Dear Members and Friends, Have you noticed that, with the multiplicity of choices open to them, American christians are often leaving one church and heading for another? Sometimes this is a reflection of the low level of personal commitment in our society; other times it is not. But, it is always a difficult experience for
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I suppose we have heard about the pagan origins of the Christmas celebration many times. Most Christians are not deterred from celebrating in spite of the idolatrous associations that existed long ago. Just in case you missed it, most ancient cultures had celebrations at the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. These celebrations
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When I was much younger (a long time ago) I had two experiences at Christmas time that now remind me of the importance of thanksgiving. First, there was a certain winter jacket I wanted with the great big pockets that boys love. The loving relative buying the present decided another jacket fit better. I said
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