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Preaching to a Postmodern World : A Guide to Reaching Twenty-First Century Listeners
A guide to preaching the parables that shows how to first interpret the parables, then proclaim their significance.
256 pages, Paperback
First published July 1, 2001
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June 6, 2018
Well done book, with many practical insights into how to reach a post modern world with the hope of the gospel in a way that makes sense to them. It speaks well to much of our cultural moment. Definitely would recommend it to Pastors or anyone looking to reach this generation for Christ.
May 30, 2015
I love how Johnston is both committed to faithful biblical, expository preaching, but is also deeply committed to seeing people come to Christ in this postmodern age, with postmodern sensibilities.
Johnston’s suggestions are in line with some of the other theorists on preaching to a postmodern world I have had the pleasure of reading this past couple of months. What makes Johnston’s book different though is his practical applications for the preacher. Breaking every major idea down into some practical methods or steps preachers in the Christian church can use to help keep their preaching relevant in a changing cultural context. A must-read for any preacher wishing to be culturally relevant while remaining biblically faithful.
Johnston’s suggestions are in line with some of the other theorists on preaching to a postmodern world I have had the pleasure of reading this past couple of months. What makes Johnston’s book different though is his practical applications for the preacher. Breaking every major idea down into some practical methods or steps preachers in the Christian church can use to help keep their preaching relevant in a changing cultural context. A must-read for any preacher wishing to be culturally relevant while remaining biblically faithful.
February 25, 2009
A "school read", but a good one. It is always helpful to be able to "exegete" our audience, whether a room full of people on Sunday morning or a friend in Starbucks. Johnston does an admirable job of pointing out the characteristics (both strengths and weaknesses) of postmoderns, while maintaining the prophetic and counter-culture of the Kingdom.
April 25, 2013
His mother and father gave it to me in their living room as a gift when I explained my literary projects. They briefly shared with me his life and ministry. Isn't it wonderful how a book keeps the mind of the author alive for others to enjoy? Very helpful as written with a pastors heart and scholar's touch. Great footnotes.
July 28, 2011
Makes me think. I still look at it today.
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