Consider the significance of the title of this book of sermons. What does it indicate about the race of people giving and listening to these sermons?

Describe the way God is portrayed in these sermons. What does this portrayal say about the preacher and his congregation's relationship with God?

Choose one sermon based on a story from the Bible, such as "The Prodigal Son," "The Creation," or "The Crucifixion." Compare and contrast the details in the sermon with those listed in the actual biblical story.

Every culture has its own stories or folklore about the beginnings of the Earth, the end of time, etc. that are passed from generation to generation. Some consider these biblically based stories a form of folklore. Do you believe the stories told in these sermons actually occurred? For instance, do you believe God created the world? Was there really...