Donald E. Cook was Professor of New Testament. The service begins with a responsive reading and a prayer (00:00-03:21). Cook begins his sermon by reading from 2 Corinthians 4:1-5 (03:22-06:28). He speaks on the importance of preaching, that it is the word of God to sinful man, not words that elevate us (06:29-19:42). Cook ends the service with a prayer (19:43-21:23).
Donald E. Cook was Associate Professor of New Testament at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with a scripture and responsive reading, followed by a prayer (0:00-7:03). Cook’s message is on the preaching of the pastor. Cook begins with an introduction concerning his role as a preacher (7:04-11:09). He then discusses the joys and fears of preaching (11:10-14:22). Cook states that in order to be a preacher, one must first humbly confess they are a sinner (14:23-17:46). He discusses the prophetic, relevant, and life-centered nature of preaching (17:47-21:19). He concludes by challenging his audience to fulfill their God-given task of preaching (21:20-22:30). He closes in prayer (22:31-24:24).