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LIBERTY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF
DIVINITY
Sermon Manuscript
Submitted to Dr. Kevin King, in partial fulfillment
of the requirements for the completion of the course
HOMI 500 – D01
Preparation of The Sermon
by
Javier M. Torres-
Chinea December 22,
2017
, 2
Oral The purpose of this exercise is to develop skill at
preparing an oral presentation plan that engages
Presentation the audience and faithfully presents the text
Text: Philippians 1:12-18
• Make sure sermon ideas are clear • Design the presentation to engage the
and well worded. audience.
• Plan with the dynamics of oral • Balance development for the whole man.
communication. • Plan for the audience and for the occasion.
• Design the presentation to follow the
text.
This exercise involves planning the design of your sermon for an oral presentation. This form
follows the motivated sequence outline combined with the traditional introduction-body-
conclusion format.
Introduction Attention
One night during an intense examination of black belts this young man suddenly broke his
leg falling to the ground. Everyone was shocked and did not know what to do. Even
through the situation his wife was at his side holding his hand and watching his husband
as he cried out in pain she said: “And we know that all things work together for good to
those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28
NKJV). After he heard those words he felt comfort in his life.
Need
Has there ever been a time of critical situation in your life where someone needs a word
from God like the person in the illustration and you just want to preach the gospel of
Christ in a way that the person can feel comfort in his life?
BRIDGING SENTENCES
[Subject: Gospel Modifier: Advancement]
Textual Idea:
The apostle Paul was encouraging the Philippians
believers that the gospel advance despite all the
obstacles.
Sermon Idea:
Believers must advance the gospel despite the
obstacles.
Interrogative:
How should believers preach the Gospel of Christ in all situations?
Transition:
Christ believers must preach the Gospel of Christ under all
circumstances.
Body Satisfaction