Transforming Preaching: The Sermon as a Channel for God’s Word

by David Heywood

Publisher:

SPCK

, 2013

Overview

Rooted in a clear understanding of the authority of God’s word, Transforming Preaching provides a wealth of practical wisdom and advice for anyone approaching the task of preaching for the first time. It also serves as a useful refresher for all who want to increase the effectiveness of their preaching ministry. Basing his advice on the latest research into the ways people listen, learn, and grow in Christian life, David Heywood looks at ways of constructing and delivering more successful sermons, while also providing a stimulating guide to the principles and benefits of interactive preaching.

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Key Features

• Provides practical, biblical wisdom on preaching
• Offers insights for first-time and seasoned preachers alike
• Discusses the principles and benefits of interactive preaching

Contents

• Why Preach?
• The Sermon as a Learning Event
• A Step-by-Step Guide to Sermon Preparation
• Involving the Congregation

Praise for the Print Edition

I recommend it without hesitation to all who want their preaching to serve the process of human transformation.

—Stephen I. Wright, tutor in biblical studies and practical theology, Spurgeon’s College

Product Details

• Title: Transforming Preaching: The Sermon as a Channel for God’s Word
• Author: David Heywood
• Publisher: SPCK
• Publication Date: 2013
• Pages: 160

About David Heywood

David Heywood is director of pastoral studies at Ripon College, Cuddesdon. He has served in parish ministry in Gloucestershire, south London, and the Potteries. Before ordination, he trained as a teacher and taught for three years in Luton, Bedfordshire. He has a doctorate in theology and education from Durham University, in which his main focus was on the way Christians learn and grow in their faith. He is the author of Reimagining Ministry.