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EPISODE · Jul 28, 2025 · 58 MIN

Advanced Rhetoric in Preaching with Darren Middleton

from Starting Strong: Thriving in the First Years of Preaching · host Matt & Oli

Send us Fan MailEpisode 6: Advanced Rhetoric with Darren MiddletonWhat takes a sermon from faithful to powerful? From clear to compelling?In this episode, we’re joined by Darren Middleton, pastor, preacher, and preaching trainer, to explore the role of rhetoric in gospel preaching. Not empty persuasion, but the thoughtful, Spirit-filled use of language to engage hearts and minds with God’s word.Darren unpacks:How rhetorical devices can serve the text, not overshadow itWhy repetition, rhythm, and contrast matter in oral communicationThe difference between being clever and being clearHow to grow as a communicator without becoming performativeThis isn’t about hype it’s about preaching with conviction, clarity, and imagination. If you want to sharpen your delivery and better move people toward Christ, this episode will stretch and inspire you.Darren's Podcast on Reformed Teaching is available here as well: https://discipleshipunplugged.buzzsprout.com/Our prayer is that these conversations would help raise up a generation of faithful, clear, and compelling preachers of God's Word. If you've enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who would benefit. 

Send us Fan Mail Episode 6: Advanced Rhetoric with Darren Middleton What takes a sermon from faithful to powerful? From clear to compelling? In this episode, we’re joined by Darren Middleton, pastor, preacher, and preaching trainer, to explore the role of rhetoric in gospel preaching. Not empty persuasion, but the thoughtful, Spirit-filled use of language to engage hearts and minds with God’s word. Darren unpacks: How rhetorical devices can serve the text, not overshadow itWhy repetition, rhy...

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