Preaching as reminding : stirring memory in an age of forgetfulness /
Jeffrey D. Arthurs ; foreword by John Ortberg.
- xi, 166 pages : Illustrations, music ; 23 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 151-158) and indexes.
God remembers (and forgets) -- We forget (and remember) -- The Lord's remembrancers -- Style as a tool for stirring memory -- Story as a tool for stirring memory -- Delivery as a tool for stirring memory -- Ceremony and symbols as tools for stirring memory.
We know of the preacher''s role as both teacher and proclaimer, but Jeffrey Arthurs adds another assignment: the Lord s remembrancer. The remembrancer stirs the memory of Christ-followers, reminding them of the truths they once heard and fanning the flames of faith. We live in an age of forgetfulness, so when knowledge fades and conviction cools, the church needs to be reminded of the great truths of the faith. When done well, preaching-as-reminding is not empty, perfunctory repetition. Rather, it is the work of soul-watchers. Preaching as Reminding describes the dynamic role of the remembrancer, who prompts thankfulness and repentance, raises hope, fosters humility and wisdom, exhorts obedience, and encourages community. With decades of preaching experience, Arthurs explains how to stir memory through vivid language, story, delivery, and ceremony. He urges preachers to take up this task with buoyancy and hope because the Lord God has commissioned and equipped them to serve as the Lord s remembrancers. --