Preaching About Conflict in the Local Church

Should the pulpit be used as a place to address issues of congressional conflict? After first examining the nature of conflict within human groups, William H. Willimon discusses how to prepare sermons on controversial subjects, suggesting ways to use the biblical text to examine divisive issues. He comments on the importance of style and delivery tone when dealing with difficult topics.

About the author

William H. Willimon is the Presiding Bishop of the Birmingham Area of the North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church. Recognized as one of the most effective preachers in the English-speaking world, he is the author of several books, including United Methodist Beliefs: A Brief Introduction and The Early Preaching of Karl Barth, both published by WJK.

Product details

• Authors: William H. Willimon
• Publisher: Westminster/Knox
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2008
• EAN: 9780664240813
• ISBN: 978-0-664-24081-3
• No. of pages: 120
• Series: Preaching About-- Series
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity