Effective Preaching Elements of Expository Preaching Applied to

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Effective Preaching: Elements of Expository Preaching Applied to Missions 30 th December 2014 (

Effective Preaching: Elements of Expository Preaching Applied to Missions 30 th December 2014 ( JKUAT, Kenya) Jotham Munene – CITAM Valley Road

John Brokhoff In one church the preaching was so uninteresting that a sign was

John Brokhoff In one church the preaching was so uninteresting that a sign was put on the pulpit quoting Hebrews 11: 4: “He being dead yet speaketh” 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Introduction Homiletics - The Art of Preaching To Preach – to make a speech

Introduction Homiletics - The Art of Preaching To Preach – to make a speech about religion in a church or other public place. (Webster Dictionary) Homiletics – the science of preaching and delivery of a discourse based on scripture ( Broadus) 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Is Preaching Important? For after that in the wisdom of God the world by

Is Preaching Important? For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe (1 Corinthians 1: 21 KJV) Great Sermons: 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

The Preacher The channel of God’s message. Requisites for an effective Preacher: ◦ a

The Preacher The channel of God’s message. Requisites for an effective Preacher: ◦ a sense of divine calling (Romans 1: 1, Rom 10: 15) ◦ a vital christian experience ◦ Continuation of learning ◦ The development of natural gifts ◦ Complete dependence on the Holy Spirit. ◦ a deep understanding of the Bible (Hermeneutics) 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Foundations of a Sermon Text, Subject, Title, Proposition, Objective

Foundations of a Sermon Text, Subject, Title, Proposition, Objective

Foundation - The Text Portion of scripture chosen as the foundation for a sermon.

Foundation - The Text Portion of scripture chosen as the foundation for a sermon. ◦ Let the text select the preacher (“preach me”) Text without context - pretext 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Foundation - Subject What is the sermon about? ◦ Doctrine, ethical principle, a need

Foundation - Subject What is the sermon about? ◦ Doctrine, ethical principle, a need – salvation Examples: salvation by grace; Christ – the unfailing Light. 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Foundation – The Title This is the name the preacher gives the sermon. Function

Foundation – The Title This is the name the preacher gives the sermon. Function is to catch attention, attract and interest the listeners. Qualities: ◦ Interesting – “Things God doesn’t know” ◦ Honest – Preach what you promise. ◦ Not vulgar Can subject = Title 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Foundation – The Objective The aim of the sermon. Answers the question: “What life

Foundation – The Objective The aim of the sermon. Answers the question: “What life changes should result from the sermon? ” E. g. Sermon: ◦ On the High Road to Salvation Objective ◦ To lead listeners to walk the high road and to receive salvation in Christ. 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Classification of Sermons By Structure, By Pattern

Classification of Sermons By Structure, By Pattern

Classification – By Structure Textual Sermon – division come from the text. Topical Sermon

Classification – By Structure Textual Sermon – division come from the text. Topical Sermon – divisions from the subject. Textual-Topical – divisions from both the text and topic. The Expository Sermon. ◦ Occupied mainly with the exposition of scripture. ◦ Unity is the key in expository preaching. 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Patterns? 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Patterns? 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Formal Elements of the Sermon Plan, Introduction, Conclusion

Formal Elements of the Sermon Plan, Introduction, Conclusion

Elements – The Plan – how the material is organised. Qualities ◦ Unity ◦

Elements – The Plan – how the material is organised. Qualities ◦ Unity ◦ Order – sequence ◦ Proportion ◦ Progress – sermon moves towards a climax. 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Elements – The introduction Objectives: ◦ Interest the hearers ◦ Prepare them for understanding

Elements – The introduction Objectives: ◦ Interest the hearers ◦ Prepare them for understanding the sermon. Sources ◦ ◦ ◦ of info: The text The subject to be discussed The occasion – eg Christmas The problem The life situation Striking Statement – quotation, song, 30/12/2014 Commission 2014 stats…

Qualities of a Good Introduction Related to theme of discourse Generally consists of one

Qualities of a Good Introduction Related to theme of discourse Generally consists of one thought Must not promise too much Must not be too long – take them inside Should be carefully prepared. 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Elements – The conclusion Don’t leave folk without directing them to action. “should move

Elements – The conclusion Don’t leave folk without directing them to action. “should move like a river, growing in volume and power” – Broadus. 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Conclusion – Guiding Principles Careful Preparation Natural and appropriate termination of the discussion… therefore,

Conclusion – Guiding Principles Careful Preparation Natural and appropriate termination of the discussion… therefore, so, consequently Unmistakably personal Alive and energetic – passion, fire, energy E. g. Josh 24: 14 -16; Matt 7: 24 -26 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Conclusion - Methods Recapitulation – not repetition Application Direct appeal – e. g. to

Conclusion - Methods Recapitulation – not repetition Application Direct appeal – e. g. to salvation Pastoral exhortation Repetition of the text itself 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Expository Preaching

Expository Preaching

Definition - “the communication of a biblical concept, derived from and transmitted through a

Definition - “the communication of a biblical concept, derived from and transmitted through a historical, grammatical, literary study of a passage in its context, which the Holy Spirit first applies to the personality of the preacher, then through him to his hearers” (19830: 30 – Haddon Robinson : Quoted in Osborne Grant – The hermeneutical Spiral – pg 30) 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Hermeneutics - interpretation The expositor must find the original meaning of the text; then

Hermeneutics - interpretation The expositor must find the original meaning of the text; then significance to her audience ( Osbourne 30) He seek to close the Distance ◦ time ◦ Culture ◦ geography ◦ language. 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Hermeneutics - interpretation We seek to find the ◦ Author’s intended meaning ◦ Significance

Hermeneutics - interpretation We seek to find the ◦ Author’s intended meaning ◦ Significance to us and the audience. Tools: ◦ Text in original language ◦ Bible translations ◦ Bible dictionaries – e. g. ISBE (International Study Bible Encyclopedia) ◦ Commentaries 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Hermeneutics – Tools contd. Tools (2): ◦ Study Bibles – NIV Study Bible; Spirit

Hermeneutics – Tools contd. Tools (2): ◦ Study Bibles – NIV Study Bible; Spirit filled Life Study Bible; Life Application…. ◦ Concordances – look up verses ◦ Bible atlas ◦ Electronic tools – careful which website you follow… 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Considerations for Postmodernism Transcendence, not information People have not grown in the judeochristian world

Considerations for Postmodernism Transcendence, not information People have not grown in the judeochristian world view (even our own children) 1 Peter 3: 15 Spoiled for options – even religious options Stories: - Postmodern people crave stories—their story, your story, human interest stories. (Localzo 2000) 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Postmodern Considerations Tony Campolo: "The church will be ready for postmodernity if it rediscovers

Postmodern Considerations Tony Campolo: "The church will be ready for postmodernity if it rediscovers the truth it had in premodernity. It is the absurdity and foolishness of Jesus Christ. ” Karl Barth, in Evangelical Theology, called for a renaissance of the sense of wonder. (Localzo) 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Deductive or Inductive Outlines? Deductive Logic: 1. Major premise: God wants everyone to be

Deductive or Inductive Outlines? Deductive Logic: 1. Major premise: God wants everyone to be happy. 2. Minor premise: You are one of "everyone: ' 3. Conclusion: Therefore God wants you to be happy. Inductive Logic: the sermon at the Areopagus - Acts 17: 22 -31. (from Evangelical Preaching That Connects © 1995 by Craig A. Localzo. Published by Inter. Varsity Press. All rights reserved. ) 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Inductive: a problem solving method We need to solve the problem of …. .

Inductive: a problem solving method We need to solve the problem of …. . Some solutions have been suggested What is God’s solution? ---------------------- 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Inductive: Rebuttal Method Series of questions answered negatively. Romans 8: 26 – 39 Qu:

Inductive: Rebuttal Method Series of questions answered negatively. Romans 8: 26 – 39 Qu: Does God care about our circum. ◦ Are we alone in our situations … 29, 30 ◦ Are any exp unimportant to God. . 26, 27 ◦ Does God withhold that which is for our good? (31 – 32) ◦ Do we live outside His purpose. . 28 Prop: God indeed cares about all 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Sample Sermons www. sermons. com 30/12/2014 Commission 2014

Sample Sermons www. sermons. com 30/12/2014 Commission 2014