Introduction
Here is your 2-minute tip wrapping up the 30-part series based on the book, “Plain speaking: How to preach and teach effectively” by David Bercot.
I’m not going to attempt a comprehensive summary, but instead offer a charge.
Preach Christ
John the Baptist heralded the Kingdom, Jesus preached the arrival of the Kingdom, and he sent his followers to do the same. The good news is that the kingdom is here, and all can enter to receive the life of Christ.
Make that the core of what you preach.
In other words, teach doctrine, but preach Christ. Explain the text and its meaning, but do not make the text the point – instead elevate Jesus. Convey your convictions, but do not let your personal agenda obscure Jesus.
Contemplate these statements of the Apostle Paul:
1 Corinthians 1.23 – “but we preach Christ crucified: a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles,”
2 Corinthians 4.5 – “For what we preach is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake.”
Galatians 1.16 – “to reveal his Son in me so that I might preach him among the Gentiles, my immediate response was not to consult any human being.”
When preaching, ask yourself how Jesus will be glorified by your lesson.
What are your thoughts on the today’s tip?
Conclusion
Next week I have some tips for when you are asked to speak outdoors.
Has today’s tip been worth two minutes of your time? I hope so.
Remember to keep calm and carry on teaching.
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