Preaching Narratively
Preaching (part 7) The traditional homiletic that developed during the Enlightenment follows a deductive logic and is often given the
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Preaching Essentials
Preaching (part 6) As noted in a previous blog, “sermons are not propelled by powerful beginnings but are evoked by
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Preaching (Part 5) Sermons must give witness to the theological claim of the text so that the congregation is transformed
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Preaching (Part 4) We seek out metaphors to understand reality. The study of metaphor can be traced back to Aristotle
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I am honored to be included in a festschrift in honor of my friend Mac Lynn. “Incarnation: God’s Practice of
Continue readingGuiding Principles for Constructing a Sermon
Preaching (Part Three) There are three broad areas of Bible study: exegesis, hermeneutics, and homiletics. Exegesis is the study of
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Preaching (Part Two) Once you know your purpose for preaching, you are ready to discern your purpose for an individual
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What is Preaching? Where do preachers come from? The Church. Where are preachers made? The Church. Preachers leave the seminary
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Many perceive writing a dissertation as a daunting task. But as the old slogan says, “Perceptions can be deceiving.” In
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I have recently published an article “The Professional Doctorate: A Comparison and Distinction.” Journal of Christian Ministry 13 (Spring 2024). https://journal.dmineducation.org/2024/03/04/2024-the-professional-doctorate-a-call-to-rigor/ In
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