{"product_id":"open-doors-for-preaching-teaching-and-public-speaking-paperback","title":"Open Doors for Preaching, Teaching, and Public Speaking - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDerl G. Keefer\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEffective illustrations open pathways into the sermonic process that allow the light of God's word to enter. And for busy pastors, the ability to locate the \"perfect\" illustration that brings instant clarity is worth its weight in gold. This collection of dynamic quotes, quips, and anecdotes from Derl Keefer's thirty years in the pulpit is a treasure that you won't want to be without! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eDerl Keefer, through inspiring stories, anecdotes, and exciting illustrations, has created a \"must\" resource for every Christian leader. Derl is unparalleled in his ability to amplify the spiritual through stories.... This book has the power to enrich the heart and enlighten the mind. It will become a constant companion on my office desk.\u003c\/i\u003e (from the Foreword)\u003cbr\u003e Stan Toler\u003cbr\u003e Pastor, Trinity Church of the Nazarene\u003cbr\u003e Oklahoma City, Oklahoma \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe wise man wrote that \"a word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver\" (Proverbs 25:11). Good and forceful illustrations are such adornments to an effective sermon. Derl Keefer has a unique ability to uncover these nuggets of experience that leave lasting impressions in the hearts and minds of listeners. I highly recommend this book to pastors.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bob McCroskey\u003cbr\u003e Nazarene Missionary to Indonesia \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eIllustrations are windows of light, helping a passage of scripture to come alive to the listeners of a sermon. Yet one of the most difficult and frustrating tasks for preachers and others who speak in public is finding an illustration that fits the occasion just right. That's why \u003cb\u003eOpen Doors For Preaching, Teaching, And Public Speaking\u003c\/b\u003e can be such a valuable tool. I have been well served over the years by clipping and filing the illustrations which Derl Keefer has published. Now they are compiled in a single volume. You simply cannot have too many illustration resources. This one is a must for your bookshelf.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bruce Peterson\u003cbr\u003e Professor of Religion\u003cbr\u003e Mount Vernon Nazarene College \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHere is a compilation of illustrations, quotes, and pertinent items which will be pathways for clarifying sermon truths. The material in this volume will etch a point in the minds and hearts of listeners. I highly recommend its use.\u003cbr\u003e C. Neil Strait\u003cbr\u003e District Superintendent, Michigan District\u003cbr\u003e Church of the Nazarene \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eDerl G. Keefer\u003c\/b\u003e is a graduate of Southern Nazarene University (B.A.) and Nazarene Theological Seminary (M.Div.). He has been the pastor of congregations in Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois, and is currently serving in Kansas City, Missouri, as the Developmental Ministries coordinator for the International Church of the Nazarene's Adult Ministries Division. His sermons and articles have appeared in numerous clergy publications, and he often leads workshops and seminars on preaching and Sunday school ministry. Keefer was named the Church of the Nazarene's Michigan District Pastor of the Year in 1995, and in 2000 Southern Nazarene University honored him as its Alumni Pastor of the Year. He is the co-author of \u003ci\u003eWedding Sermons \u0026amp; Marriage Ceremonies\u003c\/i\u003e (CSS), and is also co-editor of \u003ci\u003eThe Wesleyan Preaching Annual \u003c\/i\u003e(CSS).\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.21 x 8.38 x 5.58 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 01, 2001\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42773257846880,"sku":"9780788018763","price":29.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0598\/1922\/9280\/files\/b1wMVBTEAh9780788018763.webp?v=1779843054","url":"https:\/\/bijoucc.myshopify.com\/products\/open-doors-for-preaching-teaching-and-public-speaking-paperback","provider":"CARIBBEAN CONNECT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}