by Dr. Ray Self
Course Scripture - Romans 10:14 - How then will they call on Him in whom they have not believed? How will they believe in Him whom they have not heard? And how will they hear without a preacher?
Homiletics is the science and art of preaching.
Greek word for homiletics is homilia which means mutual talk, conversation or set discourse.
Preaching is the proclamation of the good news of the Gospel through man to man.
Each one of us is created uniquely by the Father. There is no other personality that can deliver your message as effectively as you can. That is why the Lord gave it to you.
Good motivations to Preach
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by Dr. Ray Self
Critiquing a Sermon
Romans 10:14 - How then will they call on Him in whom they have not believed? How will they believe in Him whom they have not heard? And how will they hear without a preacher?
In this lesson we simply want to listen to the message as the volunteer students deliver their mini-sermons through our live web class format.
Preaching in this format can be challenging for the preacher so an extra dose of grace will be required.
What to listen and look for in tonight’s mini-sermons
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by Dr. Ray Self
Remember the message you bring is vital to the hearers.
Preparation means spending time with the author of the message.
Preparation From a Text
Is the text figurative or literal?
Understand the meaning of words in their context.
Sometimes the writer himself will explain the word. For instance, see "faith" in Hebrews 11 and the word "perfect" in the following scriptures:
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by Dr. Ray Self
Romans 10:14 - How then will they call on Him in whom they have not believed? How will they believe in Him whom they have not heard? And how will they hear without a preacher?
Three Ways that People From the Audience Define a Good Sermon
A good sermon is a sermon I can follow. The main point of the sermon is clear. The sermon is well-organized. The preacher doesn't speak over my head. The preacher doesn't repeat the same point over and over. The preacher uses images, stories and ways of speaking that keep me listening and move me.
A good sermon is rooted in the Bible. It teaches me something from a text of the Bible. A good sermon is not the opinion of the preacher; it's a Word from God that has authority because it's from the Word of God.
A good sermon changes me. It challenges me to a deeper obedience. It stretches me. A good sermon brings me closer to God. It deepens my faith. It makes us a better church. A good sermon makes me a better, more loving person. A good sermon makes me a better kingdom citizen.
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by Dr. Ray Self
This lesson concerns the four primary types of sermons. It is important for the speaker to determine what type of message will work best for their audience. Each type of sermon has its advantages and disadvantages. Most preachers tend to specialize in one sermon type. It is however important for a student of the word to be familiar with all four types of sermons. God has a message for each particular audience and you can be the vehicle of that message. By understanding different sermon types you can be more effective in customizing your message for your listeners.
Topical Sermons
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