9Marks Persuasive Preaching

FORTHCOMING TITLE, ETA NOVEMBER 2026

Public Speaking Book from 9Marks Helps Pastors Deliver Messages That Are Instructive, Moving, and Christ-Exalting

Should pastors attempt to captivate listeners? Isn’t it enough to let the gospel speak for itself? The goal of preaching is to humbly proclaim the glory of God. But in an unbelieving world that is fighting for your audience’s attention, it is essential to communicate the gospel passionately and effectively.
 
This companion book to 9Marks’ Expositional Preaching shows you how to deliver sermons with persuasive power. David Helm and Jeremy Meeks offer practical, Scripture-based tips to build compelling arguments, simplify your sermons so they’re easy to follow, contextualize your message to reach more people, and cultivate a godly ethos in your ministry. Apply these public-speaking basics in your preaching, evangelism, and outreach, and let the Holy Spirit move mightily in your church.

• Practical Application: Learn effective communication that appeals to different audiences so more people can hear and embrace the gospel
• Accessible: This book is clear and concise, with a conversational tone and engaging examples
• Excellent Resource for Pastors and Church Leaders: Ideal for individual or small-group study, this book is a complement to David Helm’s book Expositional Preaching

144 pages