Four centuries of African American preaching has provided hope healing and heaven for people
from every walk of life. Many notable men and women of African American lineage have
contributed through the art of preaching to the biblical emancipation and spiritual
liberation of their parishioners. In African American Preaching: The Contribution of Dr.
Gardner C. Taylor Gerald Lamont Thomas offers a historical overview of African American
preaching and its effect on the cultural legacy of black people noting the various styles and
genius of pulpit orators. The book's focus is on the life ministry and preaching methodology
of one of this era's most prolific voices Dr. Gardner C. Taylor and should be read by
everyone who takes the task of preaching seriously.
