The Rhetoric of the Pulpit, Second Edition: A Preacher's Guide to Effective Sermons

The Rhetoric of the Pulpit treats the sermon as the single most important factor in evangelism for a parish, and also the most important factor in the spiritual growth of both the congregation and the pastor. With emphasis on the Word as the foundation, the author adds music and liturgy to the sermon's structure to build a unified worship experience. Recognizing that the Word is truth, but that the truth needs to be made to seem true, the book offers sound, practical advice on sermon preparation based on both classical and contemporary communication theory. Sermon preparation is viewed as a process that begins with downloading the Word, followed by productive meditation. The process then moves through the rhetorical steps, from a search for content to the sermon's delivery. Throughout the book, the rhetorical principles are treated as a subordinate element to the Word, a means of giving effectiveness to the truth. The Rhetoric of the Pulpit aims to reflect the spirit of Aristotle, St. Augustine, St. Paul, and Kenneth Burke.

Author: Jon Meyer Ericson
Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
Published: 03/26/2020
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.39lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.31d
ISBN13: 9781532690754
ISBN10: 1532690754
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Christian Theology | General
- Religion | Christian Ministry | Preaching
- Religion | Christian Ministry | Pastoral Resources