The "I" of the Sermon

Résumé du livre

Richard Thulin focuses on four types of personal story: illustration, reminiscence, confession, and self-portrayal. He describes the essential elements of each type and demonstrates how each can "proclaim Christ, place hearers under the judment and grace of God, be integrated parts of the sermon in which they appear, and accurately express the biblical text." The "I" of the Sermon contributes to a general understanding of "narrative preaching" and suggests ways by which the tellers of personal story can avoid narcissism, privatism, and the isolated tale. Evaluations of actual sermon texts and guidelines for responsible use of personal story are included. --From publisher's description.