In a time when spiritual hype is rampant and modern Pharisees sometimes seem to drown out all other voices, the quiet, reflective messages of William Kincaid offer a refreshing journey for the soul. His relaxed, conversational style will engage readers, and the insights of this master preacher into both scripture and modern life will leave them thirsting for more. "Virtual Incarnation?" is a superlative collection of sermons -- it is don't-miss reading not only for ministers and teachers, but also for personal worship and devotions.
"This is intelligent preaching. With refreshing theological, biblical, and psychological content, Kincaid's sermons are a mixture of keen human observation and faithful reflection."
Albert M. Pennybacker
Former Associate General Secretary
National Council of Churches
"What makes a good preacher, like a good poet, is the unforeseen image or phrase that catches us by surprise and causes us to look at our life from a different angle. In sermons we hope for everyday things rendered extraordinary by a word that speaks beyond itself. In this collection, you will find such words that can bring us closer to the presence of God. Kincaid speaks in plain prose that is grounded in the poetry of the soul."
Malcolm L. Warford
Professor of Ministry
Lexington Theological Seminary
"Elegant in their simplicity, poignant and pointed in their relevancy to human experience, Kincaid's sermons demonstrate homiletical excellence worthy of emulation. They are well reasoned, biblically grounded, pertinent to faith development, and always connected to the Christian's concern for justice. I gladly recommend them for spiritual nourishment and as models of the best in contemporary preaching."
Nancy Jo Kemper
Executive Director
Kentucky Council of Churches
William B. Kincaid III has been the pastor of Woodland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Lexington, Kentucky, since 1997. A graduate of the University of Kentucky and Lexington Theological Seminary, Kincaid has previously served four other Kentucky congregations. He is the author of "And Then Came The Angel" (CSS) and regularly contributes sermons to "Biblical Preaching Journal" and "Lectionary Homiletics." Kincaid is also a contributing editor for the journal "Great Preaching Texts."

"I have heard Bill Kincaid preach. After reading this book of sermons I am of the opinion that he has defied the axiom that sermons that preach well don't read well, and sermons that read well don't preach well. The sermons in this volume read well and at the same time make me wish I had preached them. They... will stimulate new thinking about the meaning and significance of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. As a pastor I often ask myself what "new" thing can be said about them. These sermons answer that question with a contagious power that will make anyone who loves preaching look forward to the chance to preach during the first seasons of the church year."
Jan G. Lin
Professor, Lexington Theological Seminary
Author of "What Ministers Wish Church Members Knew," "Living Inside Out," and "The Jesus Connection"
"The biblical texts of these sermons are familiar, but don't expect the same tired old treatment of them. Kincaid brings freshness to these lessons and produces sermons that are powerful and insightful... a wonderful blend of scholarship and spirituality. Read them and learn. Read them and worship."
Gary W. Kidwell
Editor, "Biblical Preaching Journal"
Vice President, Board of Church Extension (Disciples Of Christ)
Sermon titles include:
How Unexpected Can Christmas Be? (Matthew 24:36-44)
Room for Questions (Matthew 11:2-11)
Been There, Done That (Matthew 2:13-23)
You May Have to Die First (John 1:29-42)
How Much Sin Is Too Much? (Matthew 5:13-20)
How Long Should We Stay? (Matthew 17:1-9)
William B. Kincaid III serves as minister of Woodland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Lexington, Kentucky. He holds degrees from the University of Kentucky and Lexington Theological Seminary. Rev. Kincaid's sermons, stories, and articles have appeared in "Biblical Preaching Journal," "The Christian Ministry," and "Lectionary Homiletics."