Preaching on Purpose

An introduction to preaching

Learn the fundamentals of preaching from Reuben Munn, senior pastor at Shore Community Church and adjunct lecturer at Laidlaw College. Reuben brings experience with both preaching and teaching as he outlines key essentials on delivering sermons in a clear and engaging way. Whether you're looking into preaching in the future or are already familiar with the pulpit, this class is a wealth of wisdom and practical tips.

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Why Preach?

• • Why Preach?

  • Course Resources

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  What is Effective Preaching?

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  Types of Preaching

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  Preaching and the Big Story of Scripture

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  Exegesis for Preaching

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  The Big Idea

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  Structure and Outline

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  Application

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  Illustrations

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  Writing the Sermon

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  Delivering the Sermon

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  Course Notes

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  Congratulations

Get equipped to take the next steps in your preaching journey! Learn the importance of preaching in today’s world, how to preach in view of the Bible’s big story, and a step-by-step method of sermon preparation.

This online course is part of the Discipleship Pathway website - a "Taonga for the church" that arrived out of NZ's Covid experience.

The Preaching on Purpose course is led by Reuben Munn, a NZ pastor to an independent evangelical church on Auckland's North Shore, and who teaches preaching at Laidlaw College on the side.

Preaching on Purpose is a free online course offered via Discipleship.nz (Nelson Anglican Diocese) and taught by Reuben Munn, senior pastor and educator. It guides participants step-by-step through sermon preparation: from theological foundations and exegesis, to crafting the “big idea,” structuring the message, using anecdotes and illustrations, and delivering a clear, engaging sermon

The course is practical, accessible, and designed to support both emerging and seasoned preachers in developing intentional, contextually relevant, Bible-centred sermons.

This Resource has been recommended to NZLPA by member Linda Grigg.