Series Introduction
Preface
1. Apocalyptic as Narrative: Every Vision is a Story
Interpretive Insights
Homiletical Strategy 1: Tell the Story
Homiletical Strategy 2: Divide the Text Appropriately
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2. Apocalyptic Characterization: The Cast of Participants in the Vision
Interpretive Insights
Homiletical Strategy 3: Invite Hearers to Journey with the
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3. Aural Effects of Apocalyptic: The Sound of the Vision
Interpretive Insights
Homiletical Strategy 4: Echo the Aural Effect
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4. Apocalyptic Figurative Language: Signs, Symbols, and Numbers
Interpretive Insights
Homiletical Strategy 5: Paint the Picture
Homiletical Strategy 6: Follow the Vision Interpreter
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5. Apocalyptic Transcendent Perspective: Good, Evil, and Revolutionary Thinking
Interpretive Insights
Homiletical Strategy 7: Offer Hope
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6. Literary Context of Apocalyptic Visions: Visions as a Part of the Whole
Interpretive Insights
Homiletical Strategy 8: Connect the Contextual Dots
Homiletical Strategy 9: Preach the Gospel
Homiletical Strategy 10: Reveal the Eschatology
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7. Rhetorical Effects of Apocalyptic Visions: What's the Point?
Interpretive Insights
Homiletical Strategy 11: Aim for a Similar Rhetorical Effect
Homiletical Strategy 12: Plan Worship Services with Purpose
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Conclusion
Appendix 1: A Philosophy of Preaching
Appendix 2: Sample Sermons on Old Testament Apocalyptic Visions
Appendix 3: Sample Sermons on New Testament Apocalyptic Visions
Appendix 4: Summary of Apocalyptic Hermeneutical
