Monthly Archives: January 2008

by | January 21, 2008

Written Text: More Than Words

It would seem obvious that a written text, such as the one you will preach next Sunday, is made up of words on the page.  Furthermore, we all know that words on a page convey information.  So our task in … Continue reading →

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by | January 20, 2008

Check the AA Map On the Bridge

In the UK one of the companies concerned with caring for stranded motorists is the AA (the Automobile Association). This is essentially similar to the AAA in the US (and I should mention the RAC over here, who I used … Continue reading →

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by | January 19, 2008

Purposes – There May Be Two!

It’s a fairly simple truth, but an important one. Sometimes, perhaps even often, the passage purpose (stage 3 in our model) and the message purpose (stage 5), will differ. While it may sound very orthodox and biblical to suggest that … Continue reading →

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by | January 18, 2008

The Commitment to Expository Preaching

Over time words can change their meaning and the connotations attached to them.  This is true of both “expository” and “preaching.”  As you probably noticed, gone are the days when the preacher in town was highly respected and appreciated by … Continue reading →

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by | January 17, 2008

The Elements of Expository Preaching

The study of expository preaching can be a lifelong journey. For many of us it should be a lifelong journey. And the complexity of this ministry allows for a lifetime of learning. Consider the complexities of biblical interpretation and the … Continue reading →

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by | January 16, 2008

Illustration Variation – Part 2

A mixed group of people will not all connect with your default type of illustrations from your favorite sport, era of history, Charles Dickens’ story or volume of “sure-fire, guaranteed, pithy, quotable, useable” illustrations.  So what to do? Determine the … Continue reading →

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by | January 15, 2008

Illustration Variation – Part 1

Abstract truth served up without some form of illustration is like a rich steak without accompanying vegetables – after a while it is just “too much.” So generally we look for ways to have truth touch down on the tarmac … Continue reading →

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by | January 14, 2008

Protecting the Final Preparation

Yesterday I sat in church next to my wife (after the four children were safely in their classes) and got to listen to my friend preach.  He did well.  So I told him so.  Turns out he had been run … Continue reading →

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by | January 13, 2008

Controversy, Defensiveness and Timing

Obed submitted a comment on The Full Meal Deal concerning the timing of presenting a controversial or challenging topic. I suppose we could complicate things, but it seems to me that there is a fairly simple principle here. Know your … Continue reading →

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by | January 12, 2008

Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking

Michelle just submitted this comment to the site, a plea for help! I just joined a preaching/homelietics course at my church and we are using Robinson’s Biblical Preaching book. On the first day I learned that we will be giving … Continue reading →

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