A Little Book for New Preachers - Why and How to Study Homiletics

Matthew D. Kim

ISBN 10: 0830853472 / ISBN 13: 9780830853472

Published by IVP Academic, US, 2020

About this Item

One of the central tasks of pastoral ministry is preaching the Word of God.Yet those who are called to ministry may feel unprepared, unable, or unwilling to step into this role. Moreover, the discipline of homiletics sometimes gets lost amid the exegetical questions, theological debates, and denominational disputes that overwhelm our attention.In this brief introduction to preaching, Matthew Kim helps to prepare those called to preach the Word. A seasoned preacher himself, Kim provides proven insight and guidance about the importance and history of preaching, the characteristics of faithful preaching, and the personal habits of a faithful preacher. With his help, both those training for ministry and those new to the pastoral task will be encouraged as they undertake their calling.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Little Book for New Preachers - Why and How to Study Homiletics
• Publisher: IVP Academic, US
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0830853472
• ISBN 13: 9780830853472
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 106 grams

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Synopsis

One of the central tasks of pastoral ministry is preaching the Word of God.

Yet those who are called to ministry may feel unprepared, unable, or unwilling to step into this role. Moreover, the discipline of homiletics sometimes gets lost amid the exegetical questions, theological debates, and denominational disputes that overwhelm our attention.

In this brief introduction to preaching, Matthew Kim helps to prepare those called to preach the Word. A seasoned preacher himself, Kim provides proven insight and guidance about the importance and history of preaching, the characteristics of faithful preaching, and the personal habits of a faithful preacher. With his help, both those training for ministry and those new to the pastoral task will be encouraged as they undertake their calling.

About the Author

Matthew D. Kim (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is the George F. Bennett Professor of Preaching and Practical Theology, Director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching, and Director of Mentored Ministry at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is the author of many books, including Preaching to a Divided Nation, Preaching to People in Pain, Finding Our Voice, Preaching with Cultural Intelligence, and 7 Lessons for New Pastors.