The Jazz of Preaching, 20th Anniversary Edition

Rejuvenate your preaching with this 20thAnniversary Edition featuring a brand-new introduction and chapter!

“The original intent for The Jazz of Preaching was to show how clergy could strengthen their preaching by appropriating time-tested and proven hallmarks of Jazz: Imagination, Creativity, Improvisation, Dialogue, Honesty, and Joy. Acceptance of the work is evidenced by its wide usage in seminary classrooms, and invitations to address its subject matter from schools and churches around the United States.” ~ Kirk Byron Jones, author

The new introduction sheds light on the challenges preachers face worldwide, such as post-pandemic trauma, AI influence on communication, religious institution instability, and political division.

The new chapter demonstrates how effective preaching requires soul awareness, wisdom, and passion. It delves into concepts and insights from jazz music and musicians, which translate in rich and powerful ways for the preacher. This classic book, updated and expanded, is full of practical tips and inspiration. Topics include Defining Soul, Embracing Your Soul Presence, Accessing Soul Wisdom for Preaching, and Preaching with Passionate Creative Expression.

Tap into your own creativity to rejuvenate your sermons and teaching in ways you may never have imagined. You can learn a new way to preach.