Preaching to a Postmodern World: A Guide to Reaching Twenty-first Century Listen

Description: Preaching to a Postmodern World by Graham Johnston, Haddon Robinson To communicate God??'s Word effectively in the twenty-first century, you need to know how to connect with and confront an audience of postmodern listeners. With this book, you???ll learn how to change your style of preaching without compromising the substance, take advantage of new opportunities provided by the cultural shift, and show an inattentive society the relevance of God??'s truth. "The world has gone through a major shift in thinking and communication into a postmodern mode, yet much preaching is still ???pre-modern??? and very out of touch. Graham Johnston has made a significant contribution in his book, showing how preaching can be thoroughly biblical, opening up the text of the Bible but also concerned with the openings in the minds of contemporary people." Leighton Ford, president, Leighton Ford Ministries "Communicating God??'s Word is more than just speaking the truth; it??'s being heard and understood as well. This book is designed to help Christian leaders better understand their listeners, so they can communicate biblical truths with effectiveness and clarity." Josh McDowell, author of Evidence That Demands a Verdict "Graham Johnston describes the water in which we exist. . . . Better still, he provides some workable leads on how to communicate the life-giving Word to men and women swimming in the currents of the twenty-first century." Haddon W. Robinson, author of Biblical Preaching "Johnston not only brings a shrewd analysis of the present changes in our culture, he also contributes from the perspective of a skilled practitioner. Such a combination is both rare and valuable." Martin Robinson, director of mission and theology, British and Foreign Bible Society "Foranyone desiring a ministry of impact in today??'s postmodern society, Graham Johnston has provided an understandable and useful focus." Howard G. Hendricks, chairman, Center for Christian Leadership, Dallas Theological Seminary FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description While growing churches dot our urban centers and country landscapes, church-goers and students today are actually less likely to maintain a Christian worldview than in the past. In fact, the majority of society does not even believe in objective truth. A minister out of touch with this culture is like an uninformed missionary trying to teach in a foreign country. To communicate Gods Word effectively in the twenty-first century, teachers need to know how to connect with and confront an audience of postmodern listeners.In Preaching to a Postmodern World, Johnston shows pastors, seminary students, professors, lay teachers, and church leaders can reach the present age without selling out to it. The book discusses how to: - distinguish between modernism and postmodernism- understand postmodern worldviews- change the style of preaching without compromising the substance - take advantage of new opportunities provided by the cultural shift- show an inattentive society the relevance of Gods truthThe authors keen insights into contemporary pop and media culture also help equip speakers to address todays listeners with clarity and relevance. Back Cover To communicate Gods Word effectively in the twenty-first century, you need to know how to connect with and confront an audience of postmodern listeners. With this book, youll learn how to change your style of preaching without compromising the substance, take advantage of new opportunities provided by the cultural shift, and show an inattentive society the relevance of Gods truth."The world has gone through a major shift in thinking and communication into a postmodern mode, yet much preaching is still pre-modern and very out of touch. Graham Johnston has made a significant contribution in his book, showing how preaching can be thoroughly biblical, opening up the text of the Bible but also concerned with the openings in the minds of contemporary people." Leighton Ford, president, Leighton Ford Ministries"Communicating Gods Word is more than just speaking the truth; its being heard and understood as well. This book is designed to help Christian leaders better understand their listeners, so they can communicate biblical truths with effectiveness and clarity." Josh McDowell, author of Evidence That Demands a Verdict "Graham Johnston describes the water in which we exist. . . . Better still, he provides some workable leads on how to communicate the life-giving Word to men and women swimming in the currents of the twenty-first century." Haddon W. Robinson, author of Biblical Preaching "Johnston not only brings a shrewd analysis of the present changes in our culture, he also contributes from the perspective of a skilled practitioner. Such a combination is both rare and valuable." Martin Robinson, director of mission and theology, British and Foreign Bible Society "For anyone desiring a ministry of impact in todays postmodern society, Graham Johnston has provided an understandable and useful focus." Howard G. Hendricks, chairman, Center for Christian Leadership, Dallas Theological Seminary Author Biography Johnston is senior pastor of Subiaco Church of Christ in Western Australia and an adjunct lecturer in homiletics with the Australian College of Ministries. He holds degrees from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and Dallas Theological Seminary. Table of Contents Introduction1 Toto, Were Not in Kansas Anymore2 Postmodernity: Animal, Vegetable, or Mineral?3 The Rules for Engagement4 Challenging the Listener5 Obstacles in Preaching6 Preaching In-Roads7 Practices for EngagementConclusion: Right Here, Right Now, No Other Place Id Rather Be Long Description While growing churches dot our urban centers and country landscapes, church-goers and students today are actually less likely to maintain a Christian worldview than in the past. In fact, the majority of society does not even believe in objective truth. A minister out of touch with this culture is like an uninformed missionary trying to teach in a foreign country. To communicate Gods Word effectively in the twenty-first century, teachers need to know how to connect with and confront an audience of postmodern listeners. In Preaching to a Postmodern World, Johnston shows pastors, seminary students, professors, lay teachers, and church leaders can reach the present age without selling out to it. The book discusses how to:* distinguish between modernism and postmodernism* understand postmodern worldviews* change the style of preaching without compromising the substance * take advantage of new opportunities provided by the cultural shift* show an inattentive society the relevance of Gods truthThe authors keen insights into contemporary pop and media culture also help equip speakers to address todays listeners with clarity and relevance. Review Quote "The world has gone through a major shift in thinking and communication into a postmodern mode, yet much preaching is still "pre-modern" and very out of touch. Graham Johnston has done a significant contribution in his book, showing how preaching can be thoroughly biblical, opening up the text of the Bible but also concerned with the openings in the minds of contemporary people. I plan to recommend it to young preachers in our leadership programs." --Leighton Ford, president, Leighton Ford Ministries"Here is a significant book, one that urgently needs to be in print. Well written, biblical, and practical, it opens the stained glass windows. For anyone desiring a ministry of impact in todays postmodern society, Graham Johnston has provided an understandable and useful focus for both the professional and the casual reader." --Howard G. Hendricks, chairman, Center for Christian Leadership, Dallas Theological Seminary"Communicating Gods Word is more than just speaking the truth; its being heard and understood as well. We are living amid one of the greatest cultural shifts in history, where most young people and adults dont even speak the same language. The world is becoming increasingly cynical and biblically illiterate, yet people are still searching for spiritual answers. This book is designed to help Christian leaders better understand their listeners, so they can communicate biblical truths with effectiveness and clarity." --Josh McDowell"The desire to communicate effectively is a basic but neglected priority for leaders of a missionary faith. Graham Johnston not only brings a shrewd analysis of the present changes in our culture, he also contributes from the perspective of a skilled practitioner. Such a combination is both rare and valuable." --Rev. Dr. Martin Robinson, director of mission and theology at the British and Foreign Bible Society "Graham Johnstons book considers a very important theme--briskly written, amply illustrated and quite revealing. I have been preaching for over twenty five years and benefited enormously from reading this book." --J.John, speaker and writer "The mental landscape of contemporary people has changed dramatically. If preachers are to connect, they have to change not the substance but the style of their preaching. Graham Johnston has written a very helpful and practical book that both understands the shift in outlook and offers ways to connect to postmodern people" --Rev. Peter Corney, director, Institute for Contemporary Christian Leadership Inc."This book provides a very clear and helpful approach to communicating Christian truth in our postmodern context. While it is popular in its style, it is also academically respectable." --Susan Perlman, associate executive director, Jews for Jesus Details ISBN0801063671 Short Title PREACHING TO A POSTMODERN WORL Pages 192 Language English ISBN-10 0801063671 ISBN-13 9780801063671 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 251 Year 2001 Birth 1960 DOI 10.1604/9780801063671 Imprint Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group Place of Publication Ada, MI Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2001-07-01 NZ Release Date 2001-07-01 US Release Date 2001-07-01 UK Release Date 2001-07-01 Author Haddon Robinson Publisher Baker Publishing Group Publication Date 2001-07-01 Subtitle A Guide to Reaching Twenty-first Century Listeners Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:100722654;

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