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Module One: Foundations of Expository Preaching — H.B. Charles Jr.
Course Overview
This course is designed to equip preachers and teachers of God’s Word with the foundational principles and practical skills needed for faithful expository preaching. Each class is a 30+ minute video session that blends biblical insight with practical guidance for the pulpit.
In this module, Pastor H.B. Charles Jr. walks through the essential disciplines and practices that shape a faithful preacher. Through these sessions, students will gain clarity on the nature of expository preaching, the process of preparing biblical sermons, and the spiritual posture required of those who handle God’s Word.
The Life of the Preacher
Preaching begins with the preacher himself. This session explores the character, integrity, and spiritual devotion required of those who proclaim God’s Word.
Making Progress in Preaching
Preaching is a lifelong journey of growth. Learn how to assess your strengths and weaknesses and take practical steps toward continual improvement in the pulpit.
What Is Expository Preaching
This class defines expository preaching and explains why it is the most faithful way to proclaim God’s Word. Discover the biblical foundation and core convictions that set it apart.
What Expository Preaching Is Not
Many sermons may sound biblical but fall short of true exposition. This session clarifies common misconceptions and shows what expository preaching avoids.
Preparing Biblical Sermons
Every faithful sermon begins with Scripture. This class guides you through the process of moving from text to sermon with biblical accuracy and pastoral clarity.
Getting the Text Right
Preaching depends on rightly understanding the text. Learn how to carefully study and interpret Scripture so that your message reflects God’s intended meaning.
Asking Interpretive Questions
Good exegesis begins with the right questions. This session teaches how to ask and answer key interpretive questions that unlock the truth of the passage.
Tools for Biblical Preaching
Every preacher needs the right tools. Explore essential resources, commentaries, study helps, and digital tools that support faithful sermon preparation.
Crafting the Message
Clarity and order matter in preaching. This class shows how to shape your study into a sermon that communicates God’s truth with precision and power.
Writing Sermon Manuscripts
Should preachers use notes or manuscripts? This session explains the value of writing sermons in full and how doing so sharpens both content and delivery.
The Prayer-Saturated Sermon
No amount of study can replace dependence on God. Learn how prayer shapes both the preparation and the proclamation of the Word.
Leading from the Pulpit
The preacher is more than a speaker, he is a shepherd. This class highlights how faithful preaching provides spiritual leadership to the church.
This Online Modules Begin March 9, 2026
Course Overview
This course is designed to equip preachers and teachers of God’s Word with the foundational principles and practical skills needed for faithful expository preaching. Each class is a 30+ minute video session that blends biblical insight with practical guidance for the pulpit.
In this module, Pastor H.B. Charles Jr. walks through the essential disciplines and practices that shape a faithful preacher. Through these sessions, students will gain clarity on the nature of expository preaching, the process of preparing biblical sermons, and the spiritual posture required of those who handle God’s Word.
The Life of the Preacher
Preaching begins with the preacher himself. This session explores the character, integrity, and spiritual devotion required of those who proclaim God’s Word.
Making Progress in Preaching
Preaching is a lifelong journey of growth. Learn how to assess your strengths and weaknesses and take practical steps toward continual improvement in the pulpit.
What Is Expository Preaching
This class defines expository preaching and explains why it is the most faithful way to proclaim God’s Word. Discover the biblical foundation and core convictions that set it apart.
What Expository Preaching Is Not
Many sermons may sound biblical but fall short of true exposition. This session clarifies common misconceptions and shows what expository preaching avoids.
Preparing Biblical Sermons
Every faithful sermon begins with Scripture. This class guides you through the process of moving from text to sermon with biblical accuracy and pastoral clarity.
Getting the Text Right
Preaching depends on rightly understanding the text. Learn how to carefully study and interpret Scripture so that your message reflects God’s intended meaning.
Asking Interpretive Questions
Good exegesis begins with the right questions. This session teaches how to ask and answer key interpretive questions that unlock the truth of the passage.
Tools for Biblical Preaching
Every preacher needs the right tools. Explore essential resources, commentaries, study helps, and digital tools that support faithful sermon preparation.
Crafting the Message
Clarity and order matter in preaching. This class shows how to shape your study into a sermon that communicates God’s truth with precision and power.
Writing Sermon Manuscripts
Should preachers use notes or manuscripts? This session explains the value of writing sermons in full and how doing so sharpens both content and delivery.
The Prayer-Saturated Sermon
No amount of study can replace dependence on God. Learn how prayer shapes both the preparation and the proclamation of the Word.
Leading from the Pulpit
The preacher is more than a speaker, he is a shepherd. This class highlights how faithful preaching provides spiritual leadership to the church.