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The Puritan William Perkins was the first to articulate prayer and preaching in his treatise on hermeneutics and homiletics titled The Art of Prophesying (1592). Perkins considered the pastor to be in the great succession of biblical prophets and apostles. Perkins’ method of preaching consists of interpretation, analysis, and application.

What was it like to be a woman in the biblical period? It depended, in part, on who you were: a queen, a judge, a primary wife, a secondary wife, a widow, a slave, or some other kind of "ordinary woman". In Women in the Bible, Jaime Clark-Soles investigates how women are presented in Scripture, taking into account cultural views of both ancient societies as well as our own. Most of Christendom still excludes women from religious leadership, and many Christians invoke the Bible to circumscribe women's leadership in the public square and in the home as well. 

Preaching to teenagers can be a terrifying prospect. Tom French, an experienced youth communicator, will give you everything you need to craft Bible talks that engage and challenge young people while pointing them to the love of God in Jesus. This fun, listenable, and incredibly practical step-by-step guide for writing and giving Bible talks is the ideal book for new youth leaders just getting started, youth pastors looking for a refresher, or old hands wanting to know how to speak to young people. From the ten-minute talk to the long-form sermon, this book shows you what to do.

Public Speaking Book from 9Marks Helps Pastors Deliver Messages That Are Instructive, Moving, and Christ-Exalting Should pastors attempt to captivate listeners? Isn't it enough to let the gospel speak for itself? The goal of preaching is to humbly proclaim the glory of God. But in an unbelieving...

New Commentary Series by Noted Father-Son Team Explores the Gospels as "Jesus' Greatest Hits" For all that they include, the New Testament gospels represent only a small portion of Jesus' entire public ministry. The Gospel of John even notes that Jesus performed many other signs, which, had they...

In The Path to Being a Pastor, Bobby Jamieson explains why it’s better to emphasize “aspiration” over “calling” as men pursue the office of elder and encourages listeners to make sure they are pastorally gifted before considering the role. He shares from his own 11-year experience preparing to be a pastor by walking potential leaders through different stages of ministry training.

Master weekly sermon preparation and deliver rich biblical exegesis amidst a demanding church schedule. Designed for the focused commute or a late-night study session, this encouraging guide offers a lifeline to spiritual leaders facing the relentless Sunday deadline. Experience a warm, pastoral...

Kim Clement has had many critics over the years, but the movers and shakers in the world are sitting up and taking notice of this out-of-the-box prophet. In his new book, Kim shares some of the amazing stories of accurate prophecies that God has been giving him. The personal words shared with individuals in his meetings are incredible enough, but the words he has been given on a national and even worldwide scale lift him into a realm not shared by many. His passion expressed here is to make it clear that anyone can hear and be the voice of God in the earth.

Why is preaching ineffective? Gordon shows how the way preachers study means that they are not speaking the language the congregation understands and needs to hear. Includes solutions...

Every preacher wants to see God’s Word impact their congregation. We wrestle with meaning, check the original Greek, and consult commentaries to make sure we’re faithful, articulate, and gospel-driven . But what if, in our diligence, we’re neglecting application, leaving our listeners...

Never has there been a greater need for good men than in our world today. The Christian man lives every day of his life behind enemy lines. Our world is hostile territory: hostile to our values, hostile to our beliefs, and hostile to the principles we live by. The way forward involves setting our sights on recovering biblical manhood.

Arewa is a Christian author whose life and testimony have been shaped through intense spiritual warfare, discernment, and a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Her journey is marked by real encounters that challenged her understanding of faith, truth, and the unseen spiritual realm.

“I want to cast a vision for preaching that is nourished by the very being of God, the glory of his Word, and the power of the gospel,” writes Michael Reeves. Preachers are ambassadors of Christ and heralds of God, holding out Jesus so that their listeners trust, worship, and adore him. This...

Long sees parables not merely as creative figures of speech but as GPS devices taking hearers to those places where the event of God is happening all around us. This book provides two chapters for each synoptic Gospel. Two introductory chapters additionally situate this book in the history and theology of the parables' interpretation and address questions that preachers have about preaching the parables.

Le véritable pouvoir de la prédication, c’est-à-dire le pouvoir qui produit un vrai réveil et qui transforme les vies, vient de Dieu seul. C’est pourquoi il est si essentiel de prêcher la Parole de Dieu en suivant le modèle qui nous est donné dans les Écritures. Dans ce livre, Steven...

Former seasoned pastor, Christopher Ash, urges church members to think about pastors not just in terms of what they do, how they lead and pray and preach and teach and so on, but also about who they are. He encourages us to remember that pastors are people and to pray for them as they serve us. Paradoxically, caring for our pastor will be a blessing to us as well as to them, and create a culture of true fellowship in our church family.

In this book, we will explore a variety of remote job options that are well-suited to the skills and experience of pastors. From customer service and data entry to online teaching and freelance photography, there are many paths that can lead to a fulfilling and flexible career that complements your work as a pastor.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was founded by Joseph Smith in 1830 in the so-called "burned-over district" of upstate New York, which was producing seers and prophets daily. Most of the new creeds flamed out; Smith's would endure, becoming the most significant homegrown religion in American history. In American Zion Benjamin E. Park presents a fresh, sweeping account of the Latter-day Saints.

Agur and Lemuel's contributions, though shrouded in mystery, offer profound insights into philosophical musings, ethical principles, and the pursuit of virtuous living. Their teachings have transcended time, culture, and history, resonating with listeners from all walks of life. In this foreword, we embark on a journey to unravel the wisdom of these two unknowns, exploring the richness and significance of their teachings.

The road to destiny often looks more like a mess than a masterpiece. If we aren’t careful, we will fall into the trap of believing that God calls perfect people to fulfill His perfect plan. Yet, His history proves that He uses imperfect people to accomplish powerful things. If your life has been anything less than perfect, this book is for you! Join Caleb Pierce as he unpacks this powerful message of hope!