Sermon Types and Preaching Methods Q&A

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Sermon Types

Give another name for:

  • Topic: Is another name for subject or theme.
  • Text: A passage of scripture.

Give 3 characteristics of a topical sermon:

  • The text should not be longer than 4 verses.
  • Main point may come from the text or topic.
  • The problem and solution steps come from one text and its context.

Define a textual sermon:

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Define an expository sermon:

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Discovering the Text’s Topic

How can you discover the topic of a text?

By:

  • First identifying the paragraphs and
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Understanding Different Text Types and Their Purposes

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Text Type
– This text is mainly expository; it is based on the explanation and objective analysis of complex facts. Its main purpose is to inform us.
– This text is argumentative; it focuses on the subjective evaluation of a problem and intends to convince the addressee.
– The passage from… to… is predominantly descriptive; it focuses on spatial relations and tries to describe…
– This passage is predominantly narrative; it concentrates on perceptions in time and tells the story of…
Heading/Headline
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Understanding Text Types and Discourse Features

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The text is the maximum language and communication unit and must be appropriate, consistent, and cohesive. It utilizes various markers:

  • Additive markers: (besides, too)
  • Opposition markers: (however, in contrast)
  • Consequence markers: (so, that’s why)
  • Temporal markers: (Later, at another time)
  • Spatial markers: (right, next to)
  • Discourse organizers: (to start, to end)
  • Reformulation markers:
    • Explanation (i.e., that is)
    • Exemplification (e.g., specifically)
    • Conclusion (in fact, in short)

Textual Types

Textual types

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Modern Literary Movements: Imagism, Vorticism, Modernism

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Modern Literary Movements

In modern times, several movements contributed significantly to sweeping away the last remains of Victorianism in England. Ezra Pound was a key figure in this period.

Imagism

Founded in 1912, Imagism saw participation from Ezra Pound, H.D. (Hilda Doolittle), and Richard Aldington in its foundation. In that year, they wrote their own manifesto. It represented a will to destroy every inch of the past that was influential at the time (pomposity, sentimentalism, etc.). There was

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Key 20th Century British and Irish Authors

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Joseph Conrad

Biography

  • Born in Poland as Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski.
  • From landowning aristocracy.
  • Family went into exile when he was three.
  • Sailor on French vessels.
  • Arrived in Britain at the age of 21.
  • Member of the British Merchant Service.

Works and Themes

  • Did not use original themes for stories, but reshaped them with his own technique.
  • Heart of Darkness (1902):
  • Voyage up the Congo into the heart of Africa.
  • Story told by Marlow.
  • Received huge critical attention.
  • No simple reading; requires effort
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Effective Oral Communication Skills

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Oral Communication and Its Techniques

Oral communication uses spoken language to transmit messages. It is used to give instructions, organize tasks, and participate in meetings.

It is very important in companies, as it helps ensure smooth operations and achieve expected objectives.

Techniques and Strategies

Location of Communication

The sender does not always choose the topic and how to communicate it. Consider the company’s objectives, the number of recipients, their knowledge of the subject, and the

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