b'MINISTRY & CHURCH LEADERSHIPPREACHINGDANIEL OVERDORFA Simple Approach to the Sacred Task A guide for preaching with power and presenceIn Preaching, experienced preacher and teacher of preachers Daniel Overdorf leads readers through a tested process for sermon preparation that takes proclaiming Gods Word seriously yet does not overcomplicate the task or overwhelm the preacher. Overdorf describes and demonstrates consistent, manageable steps to effective preaching, including: Clarifying the convictions that drive your preaching Identifying the main idea of a Scripture text Forming memorable word pictures Reducing reliance on notes Connecting with the congregation throughout the sermon Speaking authenticallyPreaching offers guidance for any pastor who desires to communicate Gods Word more effectively. Those preparing for the pastorate will find encouragement and exercises that start their teaching ministry off on the right path. Those who preach regularly will discover resources for taking the next step in their unique journey of proclaiming the Scriptures to their congregations with power and presence.DanielOverdorf(DMin,Gordon-ConwellTheologicalSeminary)is DirectorofPreachingProgramsandProfessorofPastoralMinistries at Johnson University in Knoxville, Tennessee. He is a popular speaker, and his books are used in churches, colleges, and seminaries across the country.Related TitlesPreaching Life-Changing Sermons978-0-8254-4695-5$16.99Invitation to Biblical Preaching978-0-8254-3666-6$31.99978-0-8254-4722-8$20.99Paperback5.5 x 8.5240 pagesChristian Ministry / PreachingKregel MinistryRights: WorldAvailable Nowkregel.com/academic29'