Biblical Preaching
Our Program
Every preaching student at Southwestern is required to take SPH1113 Fundamentals of Speech and BIB2213 Bible Study as prerequisites to CMN 3333 Introduction to Biblical Preaching. With the methods in place the student then takes PMN 3363 Biblical Preaching Laboratory where they put into practice what they have learned with a special emphasis on delivery and the evangelistic sermon.
Course Descriptions
UNDERGRADUATE COURSES:
BIB 2213 Bible Study - Representative passages of Scripture from a variety of genre in both Old and New Testament will be analyzed and studied in order to learn basic Bible study skills. Special emphasis will be placed on the meaning of Scripture in its historical and literary context. The student will be introduced to the proper use of basic Bible study tools.
BIB 3383 Interpreting the Bible - A study of the crucial importance of sound English Bible interpretation for the ongoing process of teaching and preaching, including the history, science, principles, and practices of biblical interpretation. The classroom becomes a laboratory where the student, by using selected genre, is trained to discover the true meaning of the biblical passages by applying correct principles and using proper tools.
CMN 3333 Introduction to Biblical Preaching- a basic course in the art and science of biblical sermon construction methodology. Special emphasis is given to the process of constructing sermons which are based on the meaning of the original author(s) of the Scripture(s) used for the sermon and which addresses contemporary human needs.
PMN 3363 Biblical Preaching Laboratory - a basic course in sermon delivery. Special attention is given to the art, science, and spirit dynamics of the preaching event in the context of the worship service.
SPH 1113 Fundamentals of Speech - An introductory speech course designed to develop individual speaking skills. Study in preparing, organizing, and delivering the basic types of speeches is included.
GRADUATE COURSES:
PTH 5613 Persuasive Preaching - An analysis and application of homiletical and rhetorical techniques pertaining to persuasive techniques. Emphasis is placed upon delivery as well as construction techniques of the sermon. The incorporation of ethos, pathos, and logos in preaching will receive major considerations.