Eugene Lowry's The Homiletical Plot: The Sermon As Narrative Art Form
Eugene Lowry is an extremely accomplished homiletician who has written extensively on the subject of preaching. In addition to authoring several books, he has lectured across the country at various institutions covering such topics as narrative preaching, what’s the matter with preaching, experience as a bridge to preaching, and many more. He has several degrees and affiliation with some of the most prestigious professional organization in the country. Dr. Lowry is a great communicator and it shows up through his writings. The book is divided into three sections that concern themselves with making the case for narrative preaching, explaining the process of doing it well, and other considerations that must be taken into account to do this kind of preaching and the challenges that come with it.
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Rick Blackwood’s The Power of Multisensory Preaching and Teaching
February’s book review is Rick Blackwood’s The Power of Multisensory Preaching and Teaching.
Most preaching and teaching in the church engages only one of the senses—hearing. In The Power of Multisensory Preaching and Teaching, Rick Blackwood shows how recognizing and engaging the multiple senses of the congregation can lead to greater impact. Blackwood presents both biblical evidence and scientific research showing that the more senses we stimulate in teaching and preaching, the greater the levels of learner attention, comprehension, and retention. Blackwood addresses both the “why” and the “how” of multisensory communication. Regardless of one’s current skill level, this practical book can help anyone add multi-sensory elements to messages in order to take communication to the next level—more compelling, clear, and memorable. As a result of reading this book readers can be more effective as a communicator and teacher. The book includes tools, examples, and worksheets.
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Haddon Robinson’s Biblical Preaching
January's book review is on Haddon Robinson’s Biblical Preaching.
This bestselling text by Haddon Robinson, considered by many to be the "teacher of preachers," has sold over 300,000 copies and is a contemporary classic in the field. It offers students, pastors, and Bible teachers expert guidance in the development and delivery of expository sermons. This new edition has been updated throughout and includes helpful exercises.
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