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Sermon Studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines the structure, content, delivery, and impact of sermons within religious contexts. It analyzes theological, rhetorical, and sociocultural dimensions of preaching, exploring how sermons shape and reflect beliefs, practices, and community dynamics in various faith traditions.
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Sermon Studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines the structure, content, delivery, and impact of sermons within religious contexts. It analyzes theological, rhetorical, and sociocultural dimensions of preaching, exploring how sermons shape and reflect beliefs, practices, and community dynamics in various faith traditions.

Key research themes

1. How can sermons function as tools for strategic church leadership and development?

This research theme explores the conditions and methods by which sermons, primarily delivered by ministers, can effectively contribute to leading and facilitating church development processes. It investigates the intersection of homiletics and leadership, particularly within specific church contexts such as the Church of Norway. The theme is significant because it addresses a largely neglected area in homiletical literature: the strategic and spiritual leadership role that preaching can play in guiding congregational growth and transformation.

Key finding: The article identifies that ministers can lead church development through sermons when they consciously employ sermons as tools for leadership, focus on the congregation rather than individuals, and embed the sermon within... Read more
Key finding: This paper presents a homiletical method—grounded in linguistic theory—for crafting expository sermon outlines that maintain textual fidelity and clear communication. The method supports ministers in bridging academic... Read more
Key finding: Through the examination of Columbanus's preaching themes, especially the eschatological focus on life’s transient nature and eternal hope, this article illustrates how sermons can shape congregational understanding and... Read more

2. What are the rhetorical characteristics and functions of sermons within African American preaching traditions?

This theme focuses on analyzing the Black sermon as a unique rhetorical artifact. It investigates how rhetoric intertwines with theology, culture, and socio-political realities in African American preaching. The significance lies in addressing the underexplored integration of homiletical and rhetorical theory in understanding sermons beyond their theological content, with implications for enriching preaching praxis and communication studies.

Key finding: This essay argues for the critical examination of Black sermons through rhetorical criticism, highlighting their rich, nuanced persuasive techniques and cultural significance. It situates Black preaching as a vital form of... Read more
Key finding: Building on Miller’s call for renewed scholarly attention to sermons, this work specifically situates African American preaching traditions within the broader narrative of American rhetorical history. It underscores how Black... Read more

3. How can homiletical approaches integrate classical rhetoric and socio-cultural contexts to enhance preaching effectiveness?

This theme investigates the integration of ancient rhetorical principles, such as Aristotle’s ethos, pathos, logos, and kairos, with contemporary homiletical methods to develop preaching that resonates within changing socio-cultural environments. It addresses challenges in evangelical contexts facing membership declines, illustrating the necessity of adapting preaching strategies to cultural shifts to maintain relevance and effectiveness.

Key finding: The article proposes a holistic preaching model that synthesizes classical rhetorical elements (ethos, pathos, logos, and kairos) with modern homiletical theory, demonstrated through analysis of Paul’s speech at Areopagus... Read more
Key finding: This qualitative study identifies various factors affecting Pentecostal preaching in South African Assemblies of God churches and assesses the extent of Christological emphasis in sermons. It reveals that insufficient... Read more

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