THAN A
SERMON
The PURPOSE and PRACTICE of CHRISTIAN PREACHING
DOUGLAS D. WEBSTER
More than a Sermon: The Purpose and Practice of Christian Preaching
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Scripture to Sermon: Ten Steps
Part I: The Purpose of Preaching
2 Harder & Easier than We Imagine
3 Compelling, Not Manipulative
Part II: The Practice of Preaching
7 Preaching Advent & Christmas Sermons
13 Preaching with Social Impact
Seven Theses on Good Preaching
Blessed Lord, who caused all Holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and the comfort of your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen....
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About More than a Sermon: The Purpose and Practice of Christian PreachingPreach with compassion and conviction In More than a Sermon, Douglas D. Webster highlights the prophetic and pastoral challenge of preaching today. The task is both harder and easier than we imagine, as we are called to proclaim the biblical text in a way that convicts a hostile world while encouraging our congregations to rest in Christ’s love. We need preaching that both swings the hammer that breaks hard hearts yet does not break the bruised reeds in our care. Offering practical insights and examples, Webster explores what it means to preach the gospel in different seasons such as: • Advent and Lent • Memorial services and weddings • Times of crisis or social impact. More than a Sermon is a valuable resource for both new pastors and veteran preachers who want to proclaim the whole counsel of God with power and wisdom. |
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