OPEN JAN 13, 2020 – MAR 18, 2020 550 $

Homiletics
In this course, the fundamentals of an effective sermon will be presented and practiced. These include: sermon preparation, sermon structure, creating a manuscript, rhetoric and effective body language. These practical fundamentals will be built upon a discussion of the nature of sermon anointing (divine empowerment).
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What you´ll learn
Homiletics: Preparation and delivery of sermons
In this course, the fundamentals of an effective sermon will be presented and practiced. These include: sermon preparation, sermon structure, creating a manuscript, rhetoric and effective body language. These practical fundamentals will be built upon a discussion of the nature of sermon anointing (divine empowerment).
Course Goals
- The student is introduced to and understands basic communication principles.
- The student describes different sermon types.
- The student articulates the nature of theologically sound sermon preparation.
- The student observes and practices power-filled sermons.
- The student demonstrates basic comprehension of rhetorical skills and practices.
- The student summarizes the dimensions of divine empowerment of sermon ministry.
Acquired Skills
- Individualizing a sermon for a particular listenership.
- Delivering a riveting sermon with as much freedom as possible.
- Incorporating diverse rhetorical tactics in a sermon.
- Preparing for spiritual impact through appropriate prayer and listening to the Lord.
OPEN JAN 13, 2020 – MAR 18, 2020
550 $
Contents of the course in detail
Homiletics: Preparation and delivery of sermons
Faculty
To be announced

Final exam
Online test
Evaluation and Grading
2x one-page reflections on sermons listened to (20%).
4x evaluations of sermons delivered (60%).
Final essay examination (20%).
Preparatory tasks for the students
Required reading (18 hours).
Listen to 2 sermons (live or online).
Presentation of four sermons in the student’s Placement Church with evaluation.
Proof of achievement
to be announced
Required Reading
To be announced.
Additional Bibliography
To be announced.