Christ-centered preaching : redeeming the expository sermon /
Bryan Chapell.
- 2nd ed.
- Grand Rapids, MI : Baker Academic, c2005.
- 400 p. : illus. ; hbk ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 387-394) and index.
Part 1 Principles for Expository Preaching. Word and Witness -- Obligations of the Sermon -- The Priority of the Text -- Components of Exposition. Part 2 Preparation of Expository Sermons. The Process of Explanation -- Outlining and Structure -- The Pattern of Illustration -- The Practice of Application -- Introductions, Conclusions, and Transitions. Part 3 A Theology of Christ-Centered Messages. A Redemptive Approach to Preaching -- Developing Redemptive Sermons. Appendices. A Philosophy of Delivery and Dress -- A Philosophy of Style -- Methods of Preparation -- Methods of Presentation -- Divisions and Proportions -- Wedding Messages -- Funeral Messages -- Evangelistic Messages -- Study Resources -- Reading Scripture -- Sample Sermon Evaluation Form -- Sample Sermon -- Bibliography -- Index.