Proclaiming the Word: Principles and Practices for Expository Preaching

“Amid the avalanche of books on preaching, this one is really worth reading. With his trademark clarity and care, David Jackman gives us principles for preaching that are genuinely biblical, together with specific examples that enable the reader to see what this looks like in practice. His practical advice on how to approach a text and produce an effective sermon is invaluable. Jackman is a master teacher of preaching, and all who read this book will be refreshed in their appreciation of the task and strengthened in a faithful ministry of the written word of God.”

“Here is a book for every preacher to own, read, and digest. David Jackman distills a lifetime of experience as a preacher, a teacher of preachers worldwide, and a pastor to preachers. As we would expect from Jackman, the book is crystal clear in its instruction, abundantly well illustrated in its examples, and deeply biblical in its content. It also breathes the warm heart of one who knows what it is to struggle with preaching and to encourage others in this work. I particularly love chapter 16 with its guidance on the appropriate tones for preaching; only an experienced pastor could write this as Jackman does. I am so grateful to him for writing this book.”

“Here, surely, is the Bible expositor’s indispensable companion from a trustworthy and seasoned practitioner who takes us step-by-step, patiently but unequivocally, through the nuts and bolts of expository preaching, showing us best practices to emulate and pitfalls to avoid. Throughout the book, the timeless authority of the Bible as the word of God for all of life is strongly affirmed. No investment can be too much for this long-awaited classic.”

“A gem of a preaching manual by a master preacher and trainer. Give this to your pastor to encourage him to keep on keeping on. Give it to your trainees so that they learn to stay on the line. May David Jackman’s lifetime of wisdom as an expositor and trainer of expositors bless you as I have been so richly blessed by his training over the years.”

“By the grace of God, David Jackman has trained numerous faithful preachers, who in turn have gone on to train others with the things they have learned through him. This book encapsulates his teaching with clarity and conviction, making it an invaluable resource for preachers and their trainers. May the Lord raise up many more faithful expositors of his word from around the world, and may this excellent tool be widely used as part of that process.”

“David Jackman has devoted much of his ministry to training the next generation of preachers. The Lord has multiplied his labors at the Proclamation Trust in London to benefit churches across Great Britain and around the world. This book represents his distilled wisdom and instruction on the subject of preaching—and it is a treasure trove. From start to finish it is marked by biblical clarity, practical help, and pastoral warmth. Would-be preachers ought to read this book carefully at the outset of ministry, and serving pastors would do well to sharpen their skills by taking time to heed Jackman’s guidance. This book is a gift to the church.”

“David Jackman equips those in the church and the academy with a deep and clear handbook for expository preaching. Proclaiming the Word delivers principles and practices saturated with Christian character and wisdom for the long haul.”

“David Jackman is a much-esteemed leader in the conservative evangelical movement in England and beyond. His experience in pastoral ministry and training others for pastoral ministry shines through this book. Jackman is ideally suited to provide not just encouragement or exhortation but also a training manual for future generations of preachers. In this book you will find a tonic toward a fresh commitment to expository preaching. You will also be given realistic and helpful tools to develop as a preacher. Proclaiming the Word is practical, encouraging, biblical, and challenging.”

“I don’t know a better trainer of preachers than David Jackman, so I am delighted that his teaching has now been made widely available in this book. It will be a great help, both to novices and experienced practitioners alike.”

“This is a book for beginners and for veterans. David Jackman has tutored many in the art of preaching. His work is clear but not simplistic; it is principled and also practical. Above all, it is biblical, expounding the relevant texts so that we can see what God wants of us when we preach. At many points, I found it deeply challenging as I considered my own long-established habits in the light of the author’s wisdom. I hope that it will be widely read.”

“This is an empowering book. David Jackman, as always, is clear, thoughtful, and persuasive. This book journeys through biblical convictions, the realities preachers face, and both the mindset and skill set needed to grow as a preacher of God’s word. With years of experience condensed in a single volume, this resource is a great gift to anyone in the church seeking to develop as an expositor of the Bible.”

“In this excellent book, David Jackman distills a lifetime of wisdom as both an expository preacher and a teacher of expository preaching. Here you have an overview of the preacher’s task, an explanation of the skills required, and worked examples to put those principles into practice. It is a guide for new preachers, a textbook on preaching, and a repository of tools for the practiced preacher. This is a great gift to the church that all expository Bible preachers will want to have at hand for the great work entrusted to them.”