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• Exemplary Preaching

  Exemplary preaching is a method of preaching that presents the actions and faith of biblical figures as examples for today's believers to imitate or avoid; the term is commonly used in contrast to redemptive-historical preaching.

• Narrative Preaching

  Narrative preaching is a method of preaching that presents a biblical text according to the movement of a story (conflict, tension, and resolution) rather than through a series of logical points.

• Topical Preaching

  Topical preaching is a method of preaching in which the preacher first selects a topic and then gathers various Scripture passages related to that topic to build an argument.

• Redemptive-Historical Preaching

  Redemptive-historical preaching is a method of preaching that reads and proclaims biblical texts within the unfolding history of redemption, that is, the history of God's saving work for humanity through Christ.

• Pulpit

  In Korean usage, the term rendered "pulpit" (gangdan, 講壇) refers to a platform at the front of a sanctuary, raised above the congregational seating, where the preacher stands to preach and lead worship. It can also refer to the preaching stand placed on that platform or to the ministry of preaching itself.

• Sermon

  A sermon is the proclamation of the Word in worship that expounds a biblical text and applies it to present-day life. In Korean churches it is commonly called "the Word" (malsseum) and is regarded as the central element of the worship service.

• Textual Sermon

  A textual sermon is a method of preaching that takes a short passage of Scripture (usually one or two verses) as its text and draws the sermon's main points from the words and structure of that passage.

• 1 Corinthians 1:18

  "For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God." This verse declares that the cross stands at the center of the gospel and is frequently cited as a text that sets the direction for preaching and theology.

• Homiletics

  Homiletics is the discipline that studies the nature and purpose of preaching, the interpretation of biblical texts, and the methods of composing and delivering sermons. A branch of practical theology, it is a core subject in the training of pastors.

• Kerygma

  Kerygma is a Greek word meaning "proclamation" or "that which is proclaimed." In the New Testament it refers to the apostles' proclamation of the gospel, centered on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

• New Homiletic

  The New Homiletic is a movement in preaching theory that arose in North America in the late 1960s. Rather than following traditional preaching that logically unfolds propositions, it emphasizes inductive development and narrative structure so that listeners may experience the Word.

• Luke 3

  Luke 3 recounts John the Baptist's preaching of a baptism of repentance and his imprisonment, the descent of the Holy Spirit and the voice from heaven at Jesus' baptism, and the genealogy of Jesus, traced back from Joseph to Adam and to God.

• Acts 10:44–46

  This passage describes how, while Peter was preaching in the house of Cornelius, the Holy Spirit fell on the Gentile listeners, and they spoke with tongues and magnified God. It marks a turning point in the mission to the Gentiles and is frequently cited in discussions of Spirit baptism and speaking in tongues.

• 1 Corinthians 2:4–5

  A passage in which Paul tells the church at Corinth that his preaching of the gospel was carried out not through eloquence but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power. It is frequently cited in discussions of preaching, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the relationship between reason and faith.

• Waldensians

  The Waldensians (also called Waldenses or Vaudois) are a movement of voluntary poverty and preaching that began in the late twelfth century with Valdes (Peter Waldo), a merchant of Lyon, France. Condemned as heretical by the pope in 1184, they joined the Reformation in 1532 and continue today as a Reformed church centered in Italy.

• Associate Pastor

  An associate pastor (Korean: bumoksa) is an ordained minister who assists the senior pastor of a congregation with preaching, pastoral visitation, education, administration, and other duties. Together with evangelists and licentiates, associate pastors are commonly referred to as "assistant ministers" (bugyoyeokja).

• Senior Pastor

  A senior pastor is the minister who holds responsibility for a local church and oversees its preaching, sacraments, pastoral care, and administration. The procedures for appointment and the status of the office vary according to each denomination's form of church government.

• Pastor

  In Protestantism, a pastor is an ordained minister responsible for preaching, administering the sacraments, and caring for church members. Qualifications and ordination procedures vary by denomination.

• Galatians 4:13–14

  A passage in which Paul recalls that his "infirmity of the flesh" was the occasion for his first preaching of the gospel to the Galatians, and that they welcomed him rather than despising him in his weakness. Interpreters disagree about the nature of Paul's illness.

• John Chrysostom

  John Chrysostom (c. 347–407) was a Church Father from Antioch who served as Archbishop of Constantinople. His outstanding preaching earned him the epithet "Golden Mouth."