Fall 2012/Pasadena
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PR525
Sánchez

PR525: FUNDAMENTOS DE LA PREDICACION BIBLICA [Foundations for Biblical Preaching].
Jorge Sánchez.


DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to introduce students to the theology of Christian preaching and to the art and craft of sermon design and delivery. We will discuss the character and spiritual formation of the preacher, the nature and theology of preaching, and the principles of sermon construction. The course will include two opportunities to preach sermons in a supportive environment, with feedback from peers and experienced preaching group leaders. This course is specifically designed for MA students. It does not require the specific coursework in biblical languages and exegetical method that are prerequisites for the PR500 Homiletics class.

SIGNIFICANCE FOR LIFE AND MINISTRY: The proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ has always been the primary means of communicating the faith. It continues to be the most powerful tool for making, developing, and bringing to maturity Christ's disciples. Biblical preaching is the principal public form to achieve this goal. Thus, skills in biblical exegesis, sermon preparation, and proclamation are expected of those who are called to serve as ministers of the gospel.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: Students who successfully complete this course will have demonstrated (1) their knowledge of the biblical understanding of Christian communication; (2) their ability to interpret, apply, and proclaim the biblical text using both solid exegetical methods and disciplined reflection to craft sermons; (3) their ability to express biblical truth relevantly and clearly to a contemporary Latino audience, and will appreciate more deeply the need to preach out of genuine love for their listeners; (4) their ability to deliver spoken biblical messages with confidence, creativity, clarity, and power; (5) their ability to assess both their own preaching and that of others.

COURSE FORMAT: The course has both lecture and practicum components. The practica are small groups of students led by teaching assistants under the direction of the professor. In these groups students will preach two sermons on which they will receive feedback from group members. Each student will also receive personal feedback by the professor on the two preached sermons. The class will meet on five Saturdays: Sept. 29, Oct. 13, 27, Nov. 10, and Dec. 1, 2012.

REQUIRED READING:

Sánchez, Jorge O. Comunicando el mensaje con excelencia. Soon to be published. Further details will be provided in the Syllabus.

Spurgeon, Charles H. Discursos a mis estudiantes. Casa Bautista de Publicaciones. 2003. ISBN-10: 0311420060. Publisher Price: $14.99.

Stott, John. La predicación: Puente entre dos mundos. Libros Desafío, 2000. ISBN 0-8028-3542-2. Publisher Price: $18.95.

Tozer, Aiden W. La búsqueda de Dios. Christian Publications,1995. ISBN-10: 0875099238. Publisher Price $12.99.

Commentaries as needed to do thorough exegesis for two sermons.

ASSIGNMENTS AND ASSESSMENT:
  1. Development and preaching of two sermons, including submission of exegetical and sermon notes (60%).

  2. Write a description of the current preaching ministry of the student/Pastor (10%).

  3. Biweekly quizzes on the required readings (20%).

  4. Attendance and participation (10%), though penalty points may be assessed for persistent lateness or excessive absences.

PREREQUISITES: Spanish. At least one previous course in biblical studies is recommended, two or more is preferable.

RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM: This course meets the Communication requirement (COMM) in MA programs and also meets the four-unit requirement for CO500 and CO503 in any applicable pre-2007 MA program. This course will not meet the MIN2 requirement in the MDiv.

This ECD is a reliable guide to the course design but is subject to modification. (July 2012)