Thomas G Long

Preaching As a Theological Task: World, Gospel, Scripture in Honor of David Buttrick Thomas G Long

Brief Description: How do particular world situations impact preaching? How does a preacher use the gospel and scripture to speak to those situations? This volume, in honor of homiletician David Buttrick, explores the complex and important relationships between world, gospel, and scripture and their relevance for preaching and theology. Jacket Description/Back: How do daily events impact preaching? How does a preacher use the gospel and scripture to speak to those situations? This volume, in honor of homiletician David Buttrick, explores the complex and important relationships between world, gospel, and scripture and their relevance for preaching and theology. Brief Description: This volume explores the complex and important relationships between world, gospel, and scripture and their relevance for preaching and theology. Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 189-191).

Contributor Bio:  Long, Thomas G Thomas G. Long is the Bandy Professor of Preaching at Candler School of Theology, Emory University, in Atlanta, Georgia. He is one of the most popular preachers in the United States today. He is the author of several books, including "The Senses of Preaching" (WJK), "Preaching and the Literary Forms of the Bible", and "Whispering the Lyrics: Sermons for Lent and Easter". Contributor Bio:  Farley, Edward Edward Farley is Professor Emeritus of Theology at Vanderbilt Divinity School in Nashville, Tennessee. He has written a number of books on theology and theological education.