The Abingdon Preaching Annual 2024 is a must-have resource for progressive Christians looking to stay inspired and organized in their sermon planning. This lectionary-based guide follows the calendar year and includes special days like Maundy Thursday and Ash Wednesday, ensuring that your messages align with the liturgical calendar. Each entry includes a preacher-to-preacher prayer for preparation, a commentary on the weekly texts, and ideas for bringing the text to life through stories, illustrations, and thought-provoking questions for the congregation. With theological reflections and suggestions for a 'call to action,' this Annual is designed to help you connect the ancient texts to modern-day life in a meaningful and relevant way.
Not only does the Abingdon Preaching Annual provide valuable content for your sermon preparation, but it also includes excerpts from new books on preaching and homiletics to enrich your ongoing learning and growth as a preacher. Whether you're a seasoned pastor or just starting out in your ministry, this Annual offers a reliable starting point for your planning, writing, and delivery. Let the insights and inspiration found within these pages guide you as you seek to share the message of progressive Christianity with your congregation.
