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Synopsis from Baker Books: 

Books abound that discuss preaching in terms of homiletic method and technique. From sermon design, style, and delivery to illustrations, video clips, and sociological trends, preaching books often provide quick-fix solutions and focus exclusively on the pastor.

Instead of concentrating on secondary matters such as these, veteran pastor Michael Pasquarello seeks to "change the subject" of Christian preaching to focus attention on the Triune God. He reappropriates the church's classical confession of faith in the Triune God as the basis of Christian preaching and all it involves. He also takes a broader look at the theological justification for speaking of God, offering "a Trinitarian vision of practice by which our thoughts, words and lives may be more carefully weighed and made true to the One of whom we speak."

This well-crafted book provides both theological reflection and sample sermons that exemplify Pasquarello's vision for trinitarian preaching. Throughout, Pasquarello draws upon key figures from the Christian tradition--such as Augustine, Irenaeus, Luther, and Wesley--as well as many contemporary authors to support his call for all preachers to think theologically, regardless of denomination and preaching style. Each chapter concludes with a sample sermon that shows how this theology of preaching can be worked out in the pulpit.

This engaging work enables pastors in mainline, evangelical, and emergent churches as well as seminary students gain a theological understanding of Christian preaching and to honor God in their practice.