Preaching - by Daniel Overdorf (Paperback)

About the Book

Offers guidance for any pastor who desires to communicate God's Word more effectively.

Book Synopsis

Preaching with power and conviction is too important to be left to chance
In Preaching, experienced preacher and teacher of preachers, Daniel Overdorf, leads readers through a tested process for sermon preparation that takes proclaiming God's Word seriously yet does not overcomplicate the task or overwhelm the preacher. Overdorf describes and demonstrates consistent, manageable steps to effective preaching, including:

• Clarifying the convictions that drive your preaching
• Identifying the main idea of a Scripture text
• Forming memorable word pictures,
• Reducing reliance on notes
• Connecting with the congregation throughout the sermon
• Speaking authentically

"Overdorf has promised a textbook for beginning preachers--and it certainly delivers on that--but it is more. With exercises, examples, sidebars, and bonus articles he takes us beyond the basics. This book will put new preachers on the right track and help old preachers find the track again." --Jeffrey Arthurs, PhD, Robinson Professor of Preaching, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
"Daniel Overdorf, drawing on decades of experience preaching and training preachers, is a trustworthy guide for those learning how to preach. He takes this complex, sacred, and often intimidating task and makes it accessible for beginners, and yet even seasoned preachers will benefit from his wisdom." --Heather Gorman, PhD, Professor of New Testament, Johnson University
Preaching offers guidance for any pastor who desires to communicate God's Word more effectively. Those preparing for the pastorate will find encouragement and exercises that start their teaching ministry off on the right path. Those who preach regularly will discover resources for taking the next step in their unique journey of proclaiming the Scriptures to their congregations with power and presence.

Review Quotes

"Daniel Overdorf, drawing on decades of experience preaching and training preachers, is a trustworthy guide for those learning how to preach. He takes this complex, sacred, and often intimidating task and makes it accessible for beginners, and yet even seasoned preachers will benefit from his wisdom."--Heather Gorman, Ph.D. "Professor of New Testament, Johnson University" (4/5/2022 12:00:00 AM)

"Good preachers and teachers take on the hard work of casting profound truths in simple language to benefit others. Overdorf does just that in this book. I recommend it to anyone looking for a short book on preaching that contains the fruit of an experienced preacher and preaching professor's labor."--Ahmi Lee, Ph.D. "Assistant Professor of Preaching, Fuller Theological Seminary" (4/5/2022 12:00:00 AM)

"In Preaching: A Simple Approach to the Sacred Task, Daniel Overdorf does just that--provides a simple, step-by-step process of sermon development, all the while keeping in mind the sacred responsibility of each preacher to stand weekly at the Sacred Desk. Preachers will appreciate the clarity of the sermon process as suggested and modeled, along with the resources provided in each chapter. Clearly written and winsomely developed, this book will serve any preacher who wants to move from biblical text to sermon--and preach it, all bathed in the context of prayer. This book will benefit every preacher who reads it and uses it."--Scott M. Gibson, D.Phil. "David E. Garland Chair of Preaching, Director of the Ph.D. Program in Preaching, Baylor University's Truett Seminary" (4/5/2022 12:00:00 AM)

"Overdorf has promised a textbook for beginning preachers--and it certainly delivers on that--but it is more. With exercises, examples, sidebars, and bonus articles he takes us beyond the basics. This book will put new preachers on the right track and help old preachers find the track again."--Jeffrey Arthurs, Ph.D. "Robinson Professor of Preaching, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary" (4/5/2022 12:00:00 AM)