
Be sure to complete Quiz 1 (in the section below) before moving on to Lecture 3.
Learn to craft an expositional message by letting the passage dictate meaning, understanding its cultural context, performing word studies, and applying transferable truths to the audience.
Be sure to complete Quiz 2 (in the section below) before moving on to Lecture 8.
Identify and fix common message problems by prioritizing two to three core ideas. Eliminate rabbit trails, ensure clarity, and emphasize application for preaching and teaching.
Craft introductions that connect with the audience in the first 30–60 seconds and gently transition to the message body; finish with a concise, memorable conclusion that motivates action.
Be sure to complete Quiz 3 (in the section below) before moving on to Lecture 11.
Let scripture speak, deliver God’s message with authentic authority, and connect listeners with the Bible in a personal and meaningful way.
Effective Preaching and Teaching will equip you with basic Bible study and communication skills. In this course, you will receive guidance in how to isolate the main ideas within a Bible passage, how to focus those main ideas to meet the needs of your audience, how to choose an appropriate message style, how to structure a clear Bible lesson or sermon, how to interact effectively with an audience, as well as gaining insight into your own unique style. The video lectures are supplemented with notes and a variety of communication examples are provided as examples. The main objective of the course is to enable you to become the Bible communicator you were called to be. Recently added feature: Bible Study and Teaching Worksheet!