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Preaching is the foundation of our unity.

I. God Creates His People Through His Word.

Life Through the Word — Old Testament.

Life Through the Word — New Testament.

Christianity is about God’s people hearing God’s Word and responding to it in faith.

God’s people hearing God’s Word and responding to it in faith.

II. The Unique Role of Preaching

Preaching in the BIble

Why is Preaching Better Than Anything Else?

First, preaching in the church carries unique authority.

Second, preaching is applied in the context of relationships.

Three ways to apply this truth:

Don’t think that listening to a CD or Podcast of great preachers is enough. It’s not.

Come to church, even when you don’t want to.

Finally, let people into your life.

III. How Preaching Promotes Unity

Biblical Preaching Gives us a Message Around Which to Unite.

Biblical Preaching Builds Us Up in Christ

Biblical Preaching Applies God’s Word to the Unique Needs and Characteristics of the Congregation

IV. Conclusion.

First, we should be careful to keep preaching in its proper place as the central activity of our life together as a church.

Second, we should remember to pray for those who preach to us.

Third, we should be deliberate about applying the preached Word to our own hearts.