Prophetic Preaching: A Pastoral Approach

by Leonora Tubbs Tisdale

Where have all the prophets gone? And why do preachers seem to shy away from prophetic witness? Astute preacher Leonora Tisdale considers these vexing questions while providing guidance and encouragement to pastors who want to recommit themselves to the task of prophetic witness. With a keen sensitivity to pastoral contexts, Tisdale's work is full of helpful suggestions and examples to help pastors structure and preach prophetic sermons, considered by many to be one of the most difficult tasks pastors are called to undertake.

Genres: Nonfiction

152 pages, Paperback

First published August 9, 2010

Reviews

[Aaron · Rating 4 out of 5]

For preachers seeking some encouragement for their prophetic preaching. Tisdale addresses the fears associated with prophetic preaching, argues for a "rekindling" of spirit in order to do the work, and gives structures and forms to the process. Her writing is practical and inspirational, a hard task for many theologians any more.

[Alyssa Foll · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. I read Tisdale's earlier work "Preaching as Local Theology" and this book builds upon that text. I appreciated Tisdale's definitions of what prophetic preaching is and how one might preach prophetically with grace and pastoral sensitivity. She also identified roadblocks to prophetic preaching.
I would highly recommend this book for use in a homiletics class, particularly if one wants to examine preaching on contemporary issues.

[john wendleton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where have prophet gone

I think the author helps preachers to remember to put purpose in their sermons. Just as the prophets words were challenging and sometimes unpopular for the people to hear, so to our words need to be challenging the people to live and act according to the ways of God. Sometimes our words are going to be unpopular and difficult for those who listen to us.

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great introduction to prophetic preaching that I read for my preaching class in seminary. There's a ton of great insight in here that I'm sure I will be rereading time and time again.

[Garhett Morgan · Rating 1 out of 5]

Im all for Prophetic preaching. Speaking out for minorities, and those who cannot speak. But this book was a waste of time. Virtue signaling gospel at best

[Chris Kidwell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tisdale presents a volume speaking directly to the need for and aim of prophetic preaching today while marring it with constant consideration of hobby horses as examples.

[James · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really helpful book about preaching for social change

This book talks about preaching prophetically. Tisdale does a good job of balancing pastoral concern with corporate responsibility in preaching