A game-changing guide for pastors, ministry leaders, and church networks wanting renewal, revitalization, and mission-driven growth
Minister veteran ministry leader and Associational Mission Strategist (AMS) David W. Stokes announces the publication of his transformative book, From the Pulpit to a Movement, a full-length guide to assist leaders in making the shift from conventional pastoral sermons to a cutting-edge model of strategic preaching that engages churches, encourages cooperation, and ignites lasting Kingdom change.
Based on over five decades of ministry, Stokes lays out a guide for leaders who are charting the changing expectations of church leadership. From the Pulpit to a Movement is not a sermon book; it is a leadership guide based on biblical principles, actionable strategies, and a Spirit-inspired vision for revitalization.
A Change from Pastoral to Strategic Preaching
At the core of Stokes’ message is a summons to pastors and leaders to move beyond the pulpit of a single church and adopt a regional, mission-oriented voice. Unlike the traditional pastoral sermon that tends to address the immediate needs of one congregation, strategic preaching is intended to rally whole associations of churches toward common objectives of revitalization, replanting, and evangelism.
“Proclamation from the Pulpit to a Movement is about preparing leaders to preach for movement-making,” Stokes describes. “Strategic preaching doesn’t mean discarding pastoral care it means broadening it. It is the sound of a shepherd that turns into the blast of a trumpet for a wider mission.”
Practical Tools for Leaders
Readers will gain practical advice such as:
- Principles of sermon theme selection for association-wide impact.
- Step-by-step guides for creating sermon series toward renewal.
- Biblical underpinnings of mission-oriented preaching from such leaders as Moses, Jesus, and Paul.
- Practical case studies illustrating successful implementations of strategic preaching.
- A detailed framework for designing a preaching calendar to create momentum across an entire year.
- Highlights of the wise use of new tools such as Artificial Intelligence to increase the effectiveness of ministry while staying Spirit-led.
- Bridging Tradition and Innovation
One of the book’s greatest strengths is its identification of both eternal biblical principles and contemporary ministry issues. Stokes urges leaders to stay grounded in Scripture while they investigate new avenues for creativity. For instance, the book offers advice on using AI responsibly as a tool for sermon prep, research, and organizational effectiveness without substituting the Spirit’s guidance.
A Word to Ministry Leaders
The volume also addresses newly elected AMS leaders directly, assuring and guiding them. Stokes reminds ministry leaders that their work is not just about administration but flourishes when preaching and vision-casting are at the core. “Your voice, yielded to the Spirit, still shakes dry bones,” he writes, reminding leaders that strategic preaching is still one of the most powerful transformation tools.
About the Author
David W. Stokes has committed over half a century to gospel ministry, serving churches, leaders, and associations with faithfulness and vision. His ministry as an Associational Mission Strategist has impacted innumerable ministries, preparing leaders to respond to the challenges of church revitalization, cooperation, and mission progress. His commitment to biblical integrity and innovative strategy has established him as a respected voice among Southern Baptists and more widely.
Availability
From the Pulpit to a Movement is in print and e-book form at major retailers, including Amazon. Church leaders, pastors, and anyone engaged in church networks will want to have this book as their go-to guide to understanding today’s issues with clarity, courage, and conviction.
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Boilerplate:
From the Pulpit to a Movement is a tool for pastors, church leaders, and associational strategists who want to go beyond normal pastoral preaching to transformational, mission-driven leadership. Merging Scripture, strategy, and usable tools, the book empowers leaders to motivate unity, lead revitalization, and incorporate new methods while remaining anchored in biblical truth.
Contact:
Author: David W Stokes
Amzon: From The Pulpit To A Movement
Email: dwsstokes@yahoo.com
