Preparing Evangelistic Sermons: A Seven-Step Method for Preaching Salvation [Paperback]

Ramesh Richard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2005

Incorporating a seven-step process, this book guides readers through the foundation, framework, method, and special issues of evangelistic preaching. With six appendices that provide relevant information, outlines, and checklists, Preparing Evangelistic Sermons is ideal for students of evangelism, preachers, and ministry leaders who seek a better way to proclaim Christ to others.

New preaching resources from Baker Books. Converting the sinner is God's role--communicating the gospel is yours. This simple, do-it-yourself resource guides your through the foundation, framework, method, and special issues of preaching salvation.

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From the Back Cover

Want a proven method for effective evangelistic sermons? Look no further.

"When it comes to evangelism, converting the sinner is God's role," says author Ramesh Richard. "Communicating the gospel is the role of the evangelist." But how is that done effectively?

Preparing Evangelistic Sermons is a simple do-it-yourself resource for evangelistic preaching. Using principles rooted in his seven-step Scripture Sculpture method, Dr. Ramesh Richard guides you through the foundation, framework, method, and special issues of preaching salvation. He discusses

- the divine call to Christian proclamation
- types of evangelistic ministry
- relevant issues for evangelistic and pre-evangelistic preaching
- ideas for delivering sermons based on text, audience, or topic
- and more . . .

This practical guide also includes helpful appendices, outlines, and checklists for pastors, seminarians, and church leaders. Anyone desiring deeper training in evangelistic sermons will find this book to be a valuable, life-changing guide.


"Genuine help and biblical insight from a seasoned preacher who has walked these steps before. This is a theme very dear to my heart addressed by one who has demonstrated this gift and calling all over the world."-Ravi Zacharias, author and speaker

"The gospel hasn't changed in nearly two thousand years. It's still the transforming power of Jesus Christ! In this book, Dr. Richard shows how to preach the gospel humbly, prayerfully, biblically, expectantly. May God change lives as you proclaim that Good News!"-Luis Palau, evangelist; author, High Definition Life


Ramesh Richard (Th.D., Ph.D.) serves as leader of Ramesh Richard Evangelism and Church Helps (RREACH) International and teaches expository preaching at Dallas Theological Seminary.

About the Author

Ramesh Richard, (Th.D., Dallas Theological Seminary, Ph.D., University of Delhi) leads Ramesh Richard Evangelism and Church Helps (RREACH) International and teaches expository preaching at Dallas Theological Seminary. He lives in Richardson, Texas.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Baker Books (October 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801065747
• ISBN-13: 978-0801065743
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #447,111 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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