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John Stott was a master of preaching. Here is what he believes on preaching for a response. You can read more here<\/a>. <\/p>\n

\"John<\/a>\u201cThe conclusion should not merely recapitulate your sermon\u2014it should apply it. Obviously, you should be applying all along, but you should keep something for the end which will prevail upon your people to take action. \u201cNo summons, no sermon.\u201d Preach through the head to the heart (i.e. the will). The goal of the sermon should be to \u201cstorm the citadel of the will and capture it for Jesus Christ. What do you want them to do? Employ a variety of methods to do this:<\/p>\n

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  1. Argument<\/strong><\/span><\/i>\u2014anticipate objections and refute them.\n<\/li>
  2. Admonition<\/span><\/strong><\/i>\u2014 warn of the consequences of disobedience.\n<\/li>
  3. Indirect Conviction<\/span><\/strong><\/i>\u2014arouse moral indignation and then turn it on them (Nathan with David).\n<\/li>
  4. Pleading<\/span><\/strong><\/i>\u2014apply the gentle pressure of God\u2019s love, concern for their well-being, and the needs of others.\n<\/li>
  5. Vision<\/span><\/strong><\/i>\u2014paint a picture of what is possible through obedience to God in this area.\u201d
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