How to Preach Apocalyptic

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

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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

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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?

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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