"More than a Sermon" - Alternate Cover

Unused cover design of "More than a Sermon", for the great folks at Lexham Press. Lexham has a rich history of strong book covers, so getting to be a part of it was a real honor.

We desired to get away from common preaching book clichés, and represent the idea in some more interesting visual language. For this concept, I looked to focus in on the people-centered approach the book takes. Webster regularly encourages preachers to let their sermons address the practical needs and real people in the congregation.

With that in mind, I chose to bring in an oil painting representing the moments just before church starts, with the people coming in, finding their seats, and anticipation in the air. The imagery underscores the title, emphasizing the other aspects of Sunday morning that remain just as important as preaching.