Thinking Theologically: The Preacher as Theologian

Preachers are not simple representatives of a particular theological world. Each preacher manifests characteristics that arise from that person's particular approach to life, theology, and preaching. Rather than teaching how one can preach theology or deal with particular theological issues from the pulpit, Ronald J. Allen shows how preaching is informed by the preacher's own theology. A valuable introduction to preaching, Thinking Theologically does not advocate for, nor is it written from, a particular theological stance. Rather it provides historical background and explores major theological perspectives so that preachers can grasp their own understanding of authority, the Bible, the relationship of God to the sermon, and the purpose of the sermon. Finally, the book illustrates the unique characteristics of sermons preached from a particular theological viewpoint and shows what is gained and lost in each approach. Each chapter features a brief bibliography for further reading in its topic area.

Author: Ronald J. Allen
Publisher: Fortress Press
Published: 11/28/2007
Pages: 106
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.40w x 0.30d
ISBN: 9780800662325

About the Author
Allen, Ronald J.: -

Ronald J. Allen is the Nettie Sweeney and Hugh Th. Miller Professor of Preaching and New Testament at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis. One of the most widely published authors in homiletics, he has written or coauthored over 30 books, including Thinking Theologically (2007) in the Elements of Preaching series, and contributed to over 100 other books, including New Proclamation, Year B, Pentecost, 2006.

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