Neither an encyclopedia or a history, Baker’s Dictionary of Practical Theology lies between the two as a source book for pastors and students. A dictionary by title, this book takes on a different form as only ten divisions of the minister’s work are given classification. Within each division are articles of a longer exposition written by an authority on the subject. Those divisions are: Preaching, Homiletics, Hermeneutics, Evangelism-Missions, Counseling, Administration, Pastoral, Stewardship, Worship, and Education.
Contributors, coming from all branches of the Christian Church and from several countries, were readily cooperative when invited to participate. This collaboration resulted in a book that helps to bring understanding of the tasks and difficulties involved in a minister’s work.
