Speaking for God: A Refresher Study of Preaching Principles

In this manual on preaching, John A. Lombard shows how discipline and direction can make preaching more enjoyable and more productive for those who are called to proclaim God’s Word. Step-by-step, he shows how to interpret the Scriptures, how to plan a sermon, and how to develop the message. He dis­cusses various methods of delivering the sermon and suggests ways to keep a congregation’s attention. He also shows how to plan a preaching program and how to add variety to sermons. In a practical, easily usable format, this book gives the direction needed to develop and fulfill the minister’s divine calling.

Dr. John A. Lombard Jr., pastor and coordinator of the Ministerial Internship Program for the Church of God in Tennessee, is special adjunct professor of Pastoral Studies at Lee University and an adjunct profes­sor at the Pentecostal Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Diana, live in Cleveland, Tennessee.