Homiletics

Pastor Martin delivers a lecture on the conclusion of a sermon, defining its terminology (peroration) and emphasizing its necessity for effective communication, akin to landing an airplane. He…

Pastor Martin introduces a unit on sermon classifications, explaining the cyclical teaching method of his Pastoral Theology course and justifying its emphasis on preaching and oversight based on…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers a lecture on the benefits and dangers of topical sermons, as part of a broader series on effective pastoral preaching. He argues that while topical preaching offers…

Pastor Martin's sermon, "The Preacher's Relationship to His Manuscript," addresses the critical issue of how much dependence and preoccupation with written material is manifested in the act of…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin instructs aspiring preachers on the art of crafting effective sermon introductions. He emphasizes learning through observation and practice, particularly by studying…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the third axiom of preaching: the necessity of perspicuity in sermon form and structure. He defines 'perspicuity' as transparency and lucidity, arguing that…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on sermon preparation, focusing on the 'General Guidelines for the Construction of the Introduction.' He emphasizes that the introduction should not be…

Pastor Martin delivers a homiletical lecture on constructing the body of an expository sermon, emphasizing four goals: explication of the text, demonstration of its connection to the larger context…

In "Application in Preaching, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin provides guidelines for cultivating aptitude in sermon application and offers concluding observations and counsels. He emphasizes that…

Pastor Martin introduces the critical subject of the constituent elements of effective pastoral preaching, focusing on the sermon's introduction. He addresses the apparent discrepancies among…

Pastor Martin begins a series on the preacher's relationship to the congregation, focusing on the 'mutual empathetic involvement' between speaker and hearers. He defines empathy as the ability to…

Pastor Martin expounds on the fifth axiom of preaching: the proclamation, explanation, and application of scriptural truths must be aided by legitimate illuminating devices. He argues for the…

In "The Body of a Textual Sermon, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin outlines the practical steps for preparing the main argument of a textual sermon. He emphasizes the critical role of prayer…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the preacher's relationship to his sermon notes, offering practical guidelines for maintaining living contact with the congregation while preaching. He provides…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the act of preaching, focusing specifically on the preacher's present relationship to his written material in the pulpit. He argues against reading a complete…

Pastor Martin continues his lecture on sermon species, focusing on the benefits and dangers of textual and expository preaching. He argues that textual sermons foster expectation and aid memory for…

Pastor Martin continues his instruction on developing the argument of a textual sermon, focusing on the disciplines essential for effective preparation. He emphasizes the crucial role of prayer and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers the second part of his sermon on "Clarity of Form & Structure in Preaching," emphasizing that perspicuity is essential for the edification and salvation of hearers…

Pastor Albert N. Martin's sermon, "Content and Form of the Message," outlines the essential ingredients of effective popular preaching, focusing on the sermon's content and form. He argues that…

Pastor Martin outlines the four essential goals for the body of a textual sermon: explication of the text's setting, convincing explanation of the words' meaning, articulation of the text's burden…

In the second part of his sermon on cultivating the gift of public prayer, Pastor Albert N. Martin provides detailed guidelines concerning the linguistic form, speech patterns, length, and spiritual…