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Introduction:                            

I. It’s About the Book (Importance of Expository Preaching)

  A. Definition of Expository Preaching        

  B. The Importance of Expository Preaching

  C. The Legacy of Expository Preaching    

  D. The Challenge of Expository Preaching

II. May I be Excused? (Objections to Expository Preaching)

 A. Excuse #1 - My Ears (I'm not a good listener)

 B. Excuse #2 - My Brain (It’s too deep) 

 C. Excuse #3 - My Seat (It's too long)

 D. Excuse #4 - My Kin (The kids don't like it)

 E. Excuse #5: My Disinterest (It’s boring)

 F. Excuse #6: My Animus (I don’t like the preacher)

III. Help Desk (Listening to Expository Preaching)

 A. Be Sure You Have Ears That Hear

 B. Cherish the Preaching of God's Word

 C. Discipline Yourself in Hearing of God's Word

"There is no true growth in Christ beyond whatever discomfort we are unwilling to endure." [Pastor Reid Ferguson]

 D. Ask Questions

 E. Shepherd Your Family

    

Conclusion: It’s About the Book!