Preaching Verse by Verse

Ronald Allen and Gilbert Bartholomew introduce preachers to verse-by-verse preaching, in which the preacher interprets the passage unit by unit and the sermon unfolds much like a commentary on the Bible. They note its applicability in a variety of settings and occasions, and offer practical suggestions for preparing a sermon in this style, including sample sermons from different genres and tips for keeping verse-by-verse sermons fresh, vital, and engaging.

Ronald J. Allen is Associate Professor of Preaching and New Testament at Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis. Gilbert L. Bartholomew was a pastor for twenty-five years. He currently is a freelance biblical storyteller and Bible teacher.