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3. A Principle to be Applied
Question – What difference does this make?
1. Introduction = state the idea completely
2. Body = explore the implications of the idea
3. Conclusion = review and state the idea again
4. A Subject to be Completed
Question – What about it?
1. Introduction = state the subject only
2. Body = discuss the subject complements
3. Conclusion = review and state the idea completely
5. A Story to be Told
Question – What was it like?
1. Introduction = give the setting for the idea
2. Body = communicate the idea indirectly
3. Conclusion = state the idea directly
Understanding an author’s intended purpose is vital for good preaching.
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