There is Hope: Preaching at Funerals

Pastor Paul Beasley-Murray offers practical advice to help Christian leaders craft meaningful, biblically driven sermons and preach with confidence and compassion at funeral services. He provides a sensitive, pastorally rich exposition of twenty key Bible passages and examples of funeral sermons he has preached himself, as well as ideas, outlines, and guidance for writing your own. The book is perfect for ordinands and preachers new to giving funeral sermons, as well as experienced preachers and pastors looking to improve and grow in their pastoral ministry.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 16 December 2021
Publisher: Inter-Varsity Press

In the UK, approximately 250,000 individuals pass away each year, and a significant proportion of these individuals opt for a Christian funeral service. Preaching at a funeral holds immense importance within the realm of pastoral ministry, yet it is often observed that funeral sermons tend to rely on generic statements and platitudes that are reused across multiple services rather than providing a profound illumination of the hope bestowed upon us through the resurrection. In his book titled "There Is Hope," veteran pastor Paul Beasley-Murray offers invaluable guidance to Christian leaders seeking to craft meaningful and biblically-driven sermons that resonate with confidence and compassion during funeral services. Drawing upon his extensive experience, Beasley-Murray presents a sensitive and pastorally rich exposition of twenty key Bible passages, elucidating how preachers can harness these passages to convey the profound hope that the Gospel offers beyond the confines of death. Accompanying these biblical insights are examples of funeral sermons that Beasley-Murray has personally preached, along with practical ideas, outlines, and guidance for composing your own sermons. "There Is Hope" serves as an ideal resource for ordinands and preachers who are embarking on their journey of delivering funeral sermons, as well as for seasoned preachers and pastors who seek to enhance and expand their pastoral ministry, exploring fresh ideas for funeral sermons. Filled with biblical depth, this guide equips priests and pastors with the essential tools necessary to deliver comforting and impactful funeral sermons that effectively convey the message that even in the face of death, the Gospel provides unwavering hope.

Weight: 272g
Dimension: 138 x 214 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789743623