Preaching Resources

	Between Two Worlds: The Challenge of Preaching Today John R.W. Stott In his preface to this major study on preaching by John Stott, Michael Green writes, "Much of the current uncertainty about the gospel and the mission of the church must be due to a generation of preachers which has lost confidence in the Word of God." Perhaps no one is more eminently qualified to address this concern than John Stott whose scholarship and personality have shown generations of believers that he has total confidence in the Word of God and in preaching. "I believe that nothing is better calculated to restore health and vitality to the Church or to its members into maturity in Christ" reflects Stott, "than a recovery of true, biblical, contemporary preaching." His book provides precisely those practical guidelines and experienced perspectives needed for such a recovery. After beginning with a historical sketch of preaching, Stott examines contemporary objections to preaching, looking in particular at the Cybernetics Revolution and the influence of television. He then moves on to the theological foundations for preaching after which he examines how preaching can serve to build bridges across chasms of political, social, and ethical controversies. His study then takes on a more practical slant as he discusses how to cultivate and overcome the obstacles to Bible study as well as how to prepare sermons. He ends with a frank yet thoughtful reflection on the preacher’s responsibility to live his message through sincerity, earnestness, courage, and humility. Addressed to the head as well as to the heart, this book will encourage and challenge both ministers and laypersons to give themselves more wholeheartedly to their calling—to make known God’s message of salvation to a world in dire need of hearing it.
	*Biblical Preaching: The Development and Delivery of Expository Messages* Haddon Robinson Noted preacher and teacher of preachers, Haddon Robinson, drawing on his two decades of teaching, shares his insights into what goes into an effective sermon--as well as what should be left out.
	Christ-Centered Preaching: Redeeming the Expository Sermon Bryan Chapell Today's preaching needs redemptive aims and biblical focus. Principles of homiletic theory, expository preaching, and biblical theology join to make Christ-centeredness central in this homiletics introduction. Notes John Sanderson, "Many times departments of theology and practical theology do not speak with each other. Bryan Chapell avoids that danger by forcing us to think of the two disciplines as blended together." Chapell's approach to preaching stresses expository preaching because he believes Bible exposition alone offers authority and redemptive power. He teaches preparation, organization, and delivery basics and offers help for special preaching situations. The text is sprinkled with charts and learning aids. Chapters begin with learning goals and a contents schematic and end with discussion questions and exercises. The distinctive quality, though, lies in the author's concept of "a fallen condition focus," which he believes preachers must have as they approach their task. This focus applies Bible truths to the living needs of fallen humans in a hurting world.
	Creative Bible Teaching Larry Richards Are you a bridge builder? Communicating the Scriptures is much like building a bridge. However, instead of ravines or rivers, the teacher must span both cultural boundaries and great gulfs of time between the present and the past of Moses, David, Jesus, and Paul. This bridge must reach even further. The student must be able to cross both into the past and into his own future. God's Word is "living and active, sharper than any doubleedged sword" (Hebrews 4:12). It is contemporary. Relevant. But it is the teacher who has the task of helping the student to see its vast treasures. This is no easy task, but it can be done through creative Bible teaching. Together, Richards and Bredfeldt have written a book on bridgebuilding that reveals the following fivestep process by which Christian educators can construct a bridge across time, geography, and culture. Step I: Studying the Bible Step II: Focusing the Message Step III: Structuring the Lesson Step IV: Teaching the Class Step V: Evaluating the Results
	Preaching and Preachers D. Martin Lloyd-Jones In Preaching & Preachers, the author states unapologetically his attitudes about his role in the church and explains his methodology, all the while addressing various problems and questions that have been put to him.
	*Lectures to My Students* Charles Spurgeon This complete and unabridged edition of Spurgeon's great work will make it possible for today's generation to appreciate Spurgeon's combination of discerning wit and refreshingly practical advice.
	Preaching that Changes Lives Mike Fabarez Certainly there are many books about preaching on the market today, but no author directs his attention to the clear message of changing lives more than Michael Fabarez. Everything a pastor does must be done with the perspective of changing lives. When a pastor studies, it should be with the anticipation of changing lives. When he is looking for the right illustration, it must be through the lens of changing lives. When he sets forth the spiritual direction for the church, he must have the scope of changing lives in his focus. All other books dissect the essentials of pastoral ministry, but "Preaching That Changes Lives" takes it one step further!
	Spirit Empowered Preaching: Involving the Holy Spirit in Your Ministry Arturo Azurdia One of the great dangers that faces today's preachers is the problem of an over intellectual approach. Careful, meditative and painstaking exegesis brings a potential liability, that of losing the vitality, which must accompany exposition. The Puritans called it 'that certain unction', Martyn Lloyd-Jones called it 'an access of power', others have called it 'the anointing'. If you desire that your preaching be lifted up to a position in which you are being used by the Spirit as a channel, then Arturo Azurdia can help you. The insights in this book are gained from Art's careful study and practical experiences of being used by the Holy Spirit in his ministry.
	Supremacy of God in Preaching John Piper An essential guide for preachers seeking to stir the embers of revival in their congregations.
	Teaching to Change Lives Howard Hendricks One of the most effective and influential Christian teachers of this century reveals how all teachers -- from parents to Sunday school leaders, from pastors to professors -- can make the most of their priceless opportunity to inspire, to instruct, and to permanently impact lives for the kingdom of God. Based on seven proven, easy-to-grasp laws any teacher can apply, Howard Hendricks's classic teaching manual is a must-read for anyone who wants to teach with power and passion, excitement and excellence.

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