Baptist Preaching

As an English-speaking denomination, Baptists originated within 17th-century Puritanism as an offshoot of Congregationalism. English Baptists migrated to the American colonies during the 17th century. During the 18th century, the Great Awakening resulted in the expansion of the denomination, and the conversion of many slaves to Baptist churches. Baptist congregations formed their first national organization the Triennial Convention in the early 1800.

This best-selling book by Haddon Robinson, considered by many to be the "teacher of preachers", has sold over 300,000 copies and is a contemporary classic in the field. It offers students, pastors, and Bible teachers expert guidance in the development and delivery of expository sermons. This new edition has been updated throughout and includes helpful exercises. 

Pastor, preacher, and New York Times bestselling author of The Prodigal Prophet Timothy Keller shares his wisdom on communicating the Christian faith from the pulpit as well as from the coffee shop. Most Christians—including pastors—struggle to talk about their faith in a way that applies...

Preachers fill our church pulpits, conference stages, and television airwaves. But the question remains: What is good preaching really like? In this accessible volume—written for preachers and preachers in training—pastor David Helm outlines what it takes to be a faithful proclaimer of God's word.

This book argues that Greek and Roman rhetoric is less a museum piece than the durable “engineering logic” of public persuasion—ethos, logos, and pathos—developed through Greek democratic courts and assemblies, sharpened by the Sophists and critiqued by Plato, systematized by Aristotle, and then pragmatically refined by Rome through Cicero’s canons and Quintilian’s moral program for forming a speaker. It then traces how this rhetorical bloodstream flowed into Christian preaching—most directly in the Latin West through Cicero → Augustine → later homiletics, and in the Greek...

Charles Spurgeon, widely hailed as the “Prince of Preachers,” is well known for his powerful preaching, gifted mind, and compelling personality. Over the course of nearly four decades at London’s famous New Park Street Chapel and Metropolitan Tabernacle, Spurgeon preached and penned words...

“I want to cast a vision for preaching that is nourished by the very being of God, the glory of his Word, and the power of the gospel,” writes Michael Reeves. Preachers are ambassadors of Christ and heralds of God, holding out Jesus so that their listeners trust, worship, and adore him. This...

Reclaim brings together five short pastoral studies by Pastor Brad Creech in one book. This single volume is a collection of the five individual books in the Short Studies Series: The Regulative Principle of Worship: A biblical defense for conducting our worship according to the explicit commands of Scripture as opposed to human innovation. Return: A blueprint for reformation according to the account of King Josiah. Stand Firm: An exposition of Ephesians 6:10–13. What God Has Joined Together: A concise and honest biblical study on the subject of divorce and remarriage. Preaching Christ ...

This book is not intended to be a deep theological or historical record of the people known as Baptist. My intent is to provide an overview of the doctrine and history of the Baptists. There are countless books available to involve readers in untold depth of data; I hope to provide a readable volume that will engage you with a framework to understand who the Baptists are. There are four topical chapters and three giving overviews of history. What I want you to remember is that the name "Baptist" is not what's important; the important thing is we seek to honor Christ by following Him as He ...

Rest Awhile: Come Ye Yourselves Apart and Rest Awhile By Vance Havner Are you running on empty, trying to sustain a busy life on a dry spirit? Hear the gentle invitation of the Savior to step away from the noise, escape the hustle, and simply rest awhile. Following the beloved tradition of his earlier book, By the Still Waters, legendary evangelist Vance Havner pens a companion volume born out of a quiet, intentional season of solitude. Stepping away from the demands of heavy travel and city pastorates, Havner returned to his roots—autumn weeks spent in his old childhood home nestled in ...

Featuring an expose on sermons by Jack Hyles, Lester Roloff, Jack Schaap, Bob Gray (Texas), and Jeff Owens, this book shocks the reader by showing the vast ignorance of the men preaching. Originally written in 2007, the second edition is being released in response to reader requests. Seven popular IFB sermons are chosen , outlined, and examined in light of the very texts that they claim to preach. The author shows the utter disregard for Scripture of the men preaching, as well as their ignorance of it. Where possible, urls to the full sermons referenced are provided in the text (as of 2021)...

Need a quick, inspiring, Christian word? Nourish your soul in minutes! Today's powerful sermons with insight. Suitable for women, men and youth. Inspirational Short Sermons is a discounted/bargain Christian inspirational book. The Christian life was never meant to be a stagnant one; it was instead meant to be an active life that always seeks the next and higher level in Christ Jesus. To this end, the Bible encourages Christians to mature in knowledge and in how they live their lives as they walk the earth. The Bible is truly a great coach on inspired Christian living. Inspirational Short ...

From ecclesiology to salvation to the nature of Christ to holy days and temples; from redemption to sin to baptism and Adam. These are areas of diverse thought and much confusion. This small volume is my effort settle the confusion and humbly point us back to the Bible. It is sufficient for life and godliness. We should be determined to understand it better.

By the Way: Meditations of a Christian Pilgrim By Vance Havner Are you tired on the journey, even if you aren't tired of it? Find refreshment for your soul in this timeless collection of roadside reflections. In By the Way, beloved evangelist and master wordsmith Vance Havner invites you to pull up a chair and rest awhile. Written on the move—penned in transit, in diverse conditions, and in all sorts of places across the country—this little bundle of meditations is the ultimate companion for the intentional Christian traveler. Havner viewed himself first and foremost as an itinerant ...

Unlock the Rich Typology, History, and Divine Counsel of the Old Testament. How do the wilderness wanderings, the conquest of Canaan, and the quiet faithfulness of Ruth connect to God’s overarching plan of redemption? In this classic third volume of An Interpretation of the English Bible, legendary theologian and founding president of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Dr. B. H. Carroll, guides readers through Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, and Ruth. Edited by his close associate J. B. Cranfill, this work captures Carroll’s celebrated lecture-style exposition—rigorous ...

Jesus Only By Vance Havner Tired of the endless torrent of empty words, complex theological debates, and superficial religious panaceas? Push through the crowd to touch the Savior Himself. In Jesus Only, legendary evangelist Vance Havner delivers a beautifully focused, hard-hitting collection of messages designed to strip away the clutter of modern religion and reveal the true, unshakeable center of the Christian faith. Looking out at a church fracturing into endless denominational divisions and chasing contemporary cultural trends, Havner issues a timeless, prophetic warning: Stand at any ...

The Waste of Sin: The Stirring Message of the Prodigal Son By W.W. Melton Rediscover history’s greatest story of rebellion, ruin, and redemption in this profound, heart-stirring study of the Prodigal Son. We all know the story: a rebellious young man demands his inheritance, leaves home for a distant land, squanders everything on reckless living, and returns broken-hearted to a forgiving father. But beneath the familiar surface of this beloved parable lies a sobering, urgent reality that hits uncomfortably close to home. In The Waste of Sin, renowned pastor and theologian Dr. W.W. Melton ...

Peace Like a River: A Book of Meditations By Vance Havner Is your mind crowded with worry? Is your spirit tossed by the unpredictable storms of life? Pull away from the rushing current and anchor your soul in the unshakeable peace of God. In Peace Like a River, legendary evangelist Vance Havner changes his pace from the fiery pulpit to act as a gentle shepherd for the soul. Taking inspiration from Isaiah’s beautiful promise of a peace that flows steadily and abundantly, this classic collection of roadside meditations offers an oasis of calm for anyone traversing a dry or difficult terrain...

Faithful in the Gaps: Temporary Roles, Eternal Impact is a timely and encouraging resource for preachers, retired pastors, young men in training, and anyone entrusted with pulpit responsibilities in seasons of transition. Whether you're standing in for a pastor on vacation, serving as an interim during a pastoral search, or stepping back into the pulpit after retirement, this booklet reminds you that temporary roles matter—eternally. Based on Titus 3:12 and other biblical principles, Faithful in the Gaps explores the overlooked but vital ministry of filling in without taking over. With ...

Equip your ministry with a lifetime of foundational truth using this monumental, five-year curriculum—now beautifully restored in a clean, modern edition for a new generation of expositors. Finding a comprehensive, biblically sound, and deeply practical framework for teaching the whole counsel of God can be an overwhelming task. Pastors, Sunday school teachers, and curriculum developers often spend hundreds of hours trying to piece together a cohesive plan that is both doctrinally rigorous and easily digestible for a congregation. In Through the Scriptures, notable evangelist, teacher, ...