Dr. Webster also explores the unique challenges of preaching parables and the importance of understanding their Old Testament roots. They discuss the balance between engaging the audience and ensuring faithfulness to the text, highlighting the contrast between implicit and explicit communication in preaching. Personal preaching styles, the importance of manuscripting, and the role of self-denial in delivering effective messages are central themes throughout the conversation.
Douglas D. Webster (Ph.D., University of St. Michaelâs College) is professor of pastoral theology and preaching at Beeson Divinity School, Samford University. He served as pastor of First Presbyterian Church of San Diego for fourteen years, as well as churches in New York City, Denver, and Toronto. His books include Follow the Lamb: A Pastoral Approach to The Revelation and Preaching Hebrews: The End of Religion and Faithfulness to the End.
Resources Mentioned:
More Than a Sermon: â https://blog.lexhampress.com/2024/05/09/more-than-a-sermon-an-interview-with-doug-webster/â
The Parables: Jesus's Friendly Subversive Speech: â https://www.kregel.com/douglas-d-webster/the-parables/â
Hope, Suffering and Glory - CGN's recent conference based on 1 Peter: â https://cgn.org/2024archives/â
Beeson Divinity School: â https://www.samford.edu/beeson-divinity/â
Fellow Beeson Professor Gerald Bray's episode about learning preaching from Chrysostom: â https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/pastoral-preaching-brevity-and-john-chrysostom-gerald-brayâ
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