Homiletics is that branch of practical theology dealing with the art of preaching and delivering sermons. This course will cover the basic mechanics essential to that task. It is recognized that a proper methodology apart from what William E. Sangster called, “the plus of the Spirit” degenerates into professionalism. On the other hand, to avow a pious reliance on the Holy Spirit apart from considerable hours of study and careful thought is generally a shabby excuse for laziness. The preacher’s responsibility is to make the gospel as clear and winsome as possible. This lofty goal can only be realized by combining the meticulous mechanics of sermon preparation with “the plus of the Holy Spirit” in the selection of the theme, in the organization of the material, in the presentation in the pulpit, and in the response of the participants.