The Heart of Preaching
Crossway · Church & Ministry · Paperback, 216 pages
Published June 16, 2026 · ISBN 9798874906160 · $19.99
From the publisher
Preachers are gospel experts — they study the good news in seminary and in sermon prep, and share its message with confidence every Sunday. They clearly have a strong biblical and theological understanding of the gospel. But what about a functional one?
In The Heart of Preaching, Mike Bullmore explores the functional centrality of the gospel to help pastors convey its power in a more tangible way. Drawing on decades of pastoral experience, he navigates common heart challenges, clarifies nuanced definitions, and offers practical advice for sermon preparation, delivery, and planning — so the gospel animates not only a pastor's preaching but his whole ministry and Christian life. Part of the 9Marks family.
Description adapted from the publisher, Crossway.
What reviewers are saying
"That very teaching is at the heart of Mike's life, ministry, preaching, and, of course, his book… I can gladly recommend that The Heart of Preaching take its spot in every pastor's library."
— Tim Challies, author, Seasons of Sorrow
"Mike Bullmore calls pastors back to what we all too easily forget: the gospel must be the very center of our preaching ministry… I heartily commend this book to every pastor who longs to keep the good news central."
— Sean DeMars, Pastor, Glory Community Church, Decatur, AL
"Grounded in Scripture and shaped by the gospel, this book offers clarity on expositional preaching, practical guidance for the task, and wise counsel for the long haul of ministry. Every pastor will benefit."
— Tony Merida, Pastor, Imago Dei Church, Raleigh, NC
Endorsements published by Crossway; more on the publisher's page.
Pulpit & Page note: we'll add our own take once we've read it. For now, this page gathers the publisher's description and what named reviewers have said.
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