Bailey reveals the many facets of Jesus’ preaching ministry and demonstrates how Jesus is the role model for preaching. He begins by discussing who Jesus is, then paints a picture of Jesus’ audience. He explains how Jesus adapted His style and strategy of preaching to fit every opportunity to share His message, using images and stories his audience could understand. Let Jesus the Preacher challenge you to follow the Master Communicator as you share His message today.
“Those who listen to preachers have a right, indeed, a responsibility to test the message.” (Page 16)
“Those so compulsive in their use of titles such as ‘Reverend’ and ‘Doctor’ should note that Jesus was on a first name basis with those He served. He did not deny that He was the Messiah when Peter identified Him as such, but He told them to tell no one their discovery (Matt. 16:13–23; Mark 8:27–33; Luke 9:18–22). He did not base His claim to authority on supernatural credentials.” (Page 19)
“One of His outstanding traits was that of being a good listener. He listened as they came to Him. He heard about their pains, fears, and desires. He heard sympathetically the pleas of mothers, fathers, and friends. He disputed with the religious leaders, talked to women, and was persuaded by a Syrophenician woman.” (Page 37)
“Similes and metaphors are the most effective means of communicating spiritual truth to secular people in the twentieth century. Sin, redemption, salvation, the peace of Christ, discipleship, all call for concrete images.” (Page 57)
“Similes and metaphors remain the most promising tools of the preacher.” (Page 57)
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Richard
2/7/2023