#1 - A Definition of Preaching

Preaching is God [Father, Son, and Holy Spirit] communicating His truth in our world to people in the pew through human instruments in order to change their thinking, bridle their emotions, and alter their wills for the purpose of converting sinners, sanctifying saints, and preparing people for heaven.

For a slightly different review of this definition of preaching, see "God's Powerful Purposes for Preaching" and the accompanying pdf.