{"product_id":"the-weightiness-of-preaching","title":"The Weightiness of Preaching","description":"\u003ch6\u003eBook Description\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the Sacred Power of Preaching: Learn Insights from Francis Grimké for Powerful and Faithful Preaching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a fast-paced world hungry for truth,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Weightiness of Preaching\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003einvites pastors, preachers, and gospel communicators to slow down and sit under the steady, Christ-centered wisdom of Dr. Francis J. Grimké. Co-authored by Doug Logan, Jr. and Matt Cohen, this volume highlights the enduring preaching principles of a man whose fifty-year ministry in Washington, D.C., helped shape generations of believers, pastors, and justice-seekers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in Grimké’s own words and legacy, this book offers a practical and topically organized guide for faithful preaching. Each chapter distills a key insight—from preaching with one aim, to preparing deeply while relying on the Holy Spirit, to exalting Christ above all—and demonstrates how those insights still empower pulpits today. Logan and Cohen add gospel-rich commentary and practical application for a new generation of leaders who want to preach with clarity, conviction, and Christ-centered consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Weightiness of Preaching\u003c\/em\u003e isn’t just a manual—it’s a movement back to substance. Back to Spirit-empowered preaching. Back to anchoring every sermon in gospel truth that transforms. Let this book reignite your call, sharpen your voice, and stretch your vision for gospel impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAuthors\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoug Logan, Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e is the President of Grimké Seminary, Dean of the School of Urban Ministry, and Pastor for Church Planting at Remnant Church in Richmond, Virginia. With over 25 years of experience in urban ministry, he has helped plant churches in some of the toughest cities in America. He is the author of \u003cem\u003eOn the Block\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of \u003cem\u003eThe Soul Winning Church\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatt Cohen\u003c\/strong\u003e has served as the lead pastor of Citylight Church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, since planting the church in 2011. Matt is the Dean of the Center for Christ-centered Preaching at Grimke Seminary in Richmond, Virginia. Matt has been married to Andrea since 2007 and they have a son and a daughter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"... much-needed teaching and insight for these crucial times.\" \u003cbr\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003eCoz Crosscombe\u003c\/strong\u003e, Director, The Well Training, Anglican Diocese of Sydney, Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"... sure to be a staple for preachers for generations to come.\" \u003cbr\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003eSteve Robinson\u003c\/strong\u003e, Pastor, Cornerstone Church, Liverpool, UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I wholeheartedly commend this book .... It will inspire you to preach the Scriptures faithfully, sharpen your theology, stir your affections, and strengthen your resolve to proclaim Christ.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003eDwayne R. Bond\u003c\/strong\u003e, Lead Pastor, Wellspring Church, Charlotte, North Carolina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"With over five decades of pastoral service, Francis Grimké is a font of experiential wisdom and fidelity in biblical preaching.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003eBryan Laughlin\u003c\/strong\u003e, Lead Pastor, Remnant Church, Richmond, Virginia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I’m so grateful for the work of Doug Logan and Matt Cohen, who not only unearthed more wisdom from Grimké, but like careful stewards, have given us a curated display of Grimké’s gold and gems on preaching. Read, contemplate, and learn from the dazzling treasure that is Francis Grimké.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003eJ. A. Medders\u003c\/strong\u003e, Author of \u003cem\u003eHumble Calvinism\u003c\/em\u003e and Lead Pastor at Redeemer Church, Tomball, Texas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Softcover\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Pages: 141\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Christian Focus Publications\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: April 14, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Logan, Douglas Jr. \u0026 Cohen, Matt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48204020318449,"sku":"9781527113794","price":13.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0449\/8731\/8425\/files\/9781527113794.png?v=1779713983","url":"https:\/\/reformedbookservices.com\/products\/the-weightiness-of-preaching","provider":"Reformed Book Services","version":"1.0","type":"link"}