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Moody Handbook of Preaching

by John Koessler
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Overview

"I can't tell you how many times I have preached and afterward promised God I would never embarrass Him like that again." -Joseph M. Stowell.

Unnatural. Supernatural. A gift. Hard work. Exhilarating. Terrifying. These words only begin to describe the challenge and reward each pastor experiences. So what can assist today's pastors in such an endeavor?

The Moody Handbook of Preaching. With contributors like Michael Easley, Joseph Stowell, and George Sweeting, these pages will reinvigorate you with an energizing love for preaching. And with topics such as evangelism, homiletics, and historical narrative, this book will equip you to be effective in today's postmodern age.

A rich resource, The Moody Handbook of Preaching encompasses the philosophy, formation, and delivery of preaching. Whether you're a seminary student or a seasoned pastor, this book will prove invaluable in your call by God to preach.

Synopsis

The Moody Handbook of Preaching answers this question and many others through the experience, knowledge, and understanding of men and women who are experts in their fields and who love God and His church.

Chapters are divided into four sections-Forming a Philosophy of Preaching, Mining the Text, Illustrating Truth, and Developing Methodology-that offer a multidisciplinary approach to preaching. Delve deep into topics such as: Why Expository Preaching?, How Women Hear the Sermon, Preaching Historical Narrative, Drama and the Sermon, Using Technology to Enhance the Sermon, Sermons that Move, Exegeting Your Audience.

Seasoned pastors and rookie seminarians alike will benefit from this handbook that features the work of graduate and undergraduate professors at Moody Bible Institute as well as three Moody presidents. Discover insights and greater understanding on your path to better preaching.

About the Author, John Koessler

JOHN KOESSLER (D.Min., Trinity International University; M.Div., Biblical Theology Seminary) is Chairman and Professor in the Pastoral Studies Department at the Moody Bible Institute. He is author of a number of books including True Discipleship, God Our Father, and Names of Israel. John and his wife, Jane, live in northwest Indiana and have two sons.

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Book Details

Published
May 1, 2008
Publisher
Moody Publishers
Pages
416
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780802470645

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