Principles of Preaching: A Guidebook for Communicating Biblical Truth

by Mike Boyd

The Bible provides remedies that convict, comfort, convert, and consecrate. In order to fully understand the Word of God, however, we need teachers. Those chosen by God to teach and to preach must do so with spiritual integrity and a firm foundation, something they can find through prayer and sound education. Concise yet packed with practical and relevant information, Principles of Preaching is designed to assist teachers and preachers in understanding and confirming God’s calls on their lives. Author Miles “Mike” F. Boyd Jr. addresses the fundamental principles of teaching biblical truth to help ministers and teachers lay a powerful foundation upon which to build a sermon or lesson. Designed to facilitate biblical presentation from one’s calling to ministry to its culmination, each chapter deals with a key component in the process. Boyd discusses such topics as the doctrine of vocation, the biblical philosophy of ministry, the proper understanding and adherence to the calling, and much more. This guidebook’s simplicity and applicability make it a valuable tool in the hands of God’s craftsmen—those called to communicate biblical truth to people in need. From the novice to experienced pulpit tacticians, this study can refine and assist all who seek to share God’s Word.

140 pages, Paperback

First published April 30, 2013

Reviews

[Isaac Sparks · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book I would encourage every preacher to read. The content of this book is so practical I found myself using it the next time I was in the pulpit.

If you have any young ministers in your congregation I highly encourage you to get a copy of this book and allow them to read it.

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Principles of Preaching: A Guidebook for Communicating Biblical Truth" is an excellent source not only for pastors but for missionaries, Bible study leaders and others who seek to share God's word with others. The small but powerful book is full of practical insights and principles for those preaching to large groups, facilitating small groups or sharing in one-on-one discipleship. Writing out of 37 years of pastoral and preaching experience, Mike Boyd honestly shares mistakes he's made and lessons he's learned in a way that readers can relate. His simple, direct, point-by-point style makes this book a great resource for Bible students at all levels. It's one I intend to read (and underline) again and again.

[Joe Blaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic and spot on.