I remember talking to a fellow preacher and was surprised that he said that he didn't read any books. If it's one thing I've learned from my journey, it's that I will always be a student, and students have to read. And our reading is not limited to the Bible. We never stop learning!
I strongly recommend reading one or two good books on preaching each year. Yes, there can be some or much overlap, but there are many benefits. For me, one of the biggest benefits is that it reminds me of some of the little things that I tend to forget when I'm in the weekly grind of preaching.
It refreshes me to the God given assignment of preaching. It reminds me of the higher calling of preaching. It keeps the fire burning bright. It's like having a dialogue with a fellow practitioner. It gives me an opportunity to try new elements in my preaching. It can keep you fresh for the congregation, especially if you've been in the same congregation for a few years.
I've listed some of the books that I recommend you read if you haven't already. It's just a few of what feels like a "zillion" books I've read on preaching.
Another reason I recommend reading one or two good preaching books each year? I want to be the best preacher that God has equipped me to be! Therefore I read, and just like my golf swing I'm never satisfied! There is always room to improve. I don't want to slice or hook God's Word in my preaching, therefore I read. As preachers let's keep reading!
(Be encouraged!) The Preachers' Notepad
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