360-Degree Preaching: Hearing, Speaking, and Living the Word

by Quicke, Michael J.

• ISBN13: 9780801026409
• ISBN10: 0801026407
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-11-01
• Publisher: Baker Academic
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Summary

With 360-Degree Preaching, veteran preacher Michael Quicke brings expository preaching to a postmodern world. He has witnessed the transforming power of preaching firsthand for more than thirty years and seeks to encourage students and pastors as he teaches them the art of preaching. Quicke examines the scriptural roots of preaching and its importance throughout church history. He analyzes the current situation and suggests that the way forward lies in a recommitment to preaching's trinitarian dynamic, which Quicke calls 360-degree preaching. The author then focuses on preaching practices and invites preachers to join in the "preaching swim": immersion into Scripture, interpretation, sermon design, sermon delivery, and outcomes. 360-Degree Preaching is a vital resource for preaching students preparing for ministry and pastors looking for fresh insight into communicating to postmodern listeners.

Author Biography

Michael J. Quicke is Charles W. Koller Professor of Preaching and Communication at Northern Seminary in Lombard, Illinois. He previously served as president of Spurgeon's College in London.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	9	(2)
Introduction	11	(8)
Part 1 Preaching Realities
1 Preaching Roots	19	(14)
2 Current Realities	33	(11)
3 Toward a More Adequate Model	44	(20)
4 Understanding the Times	64	(22)
5 The Person of the Preacher and the Power of Scripture	86	(23)
6 Preaching to Changing Times	109	(16)
Part 2 Preaching Opportunities
7 The Preaching Swim	125	(15)
8 Stage 1: Immerse in Scripture	140	(13)
9 Stage 2: Interpret for Today	153	(15)
10 Stage 3: Design the Sermon	168	(16)
11 Stage 4: Deliver the Sermon	184	(10)
12 Stage 5: Experience the Outcomes	194	(9)
Appendix A: The Preaching Swim	203	(1)
Appendix B: Missing the Joy?	204	(6)
Appendix C: Sermon Evaluation	210	(1)
Notes	211	(15)
Index	226