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Biblical Preaching: Application Vs. Exegesis

By Tim Keller on Apr 4, 2020

based on 9 ratings
| 24,714 views

Tim Keller, D. A. Carson, and John Piper discuss the importance of digging into the biblical text before application.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16

Tags: Mount, Preaching, Context, application, exegesis (view more) (view less)
Just What Is Pulpit Plagiarism?

By Ron Forseth on Jan 1, 2024

| 47,316 views

A thoughtful look at plagiarism, quotation, and citation in preaching, showing how conscience, diligence, and trust shape ethical and faithful sermon use.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 Corinthians 10:29

Tags: Preaching, Character, Integrity, Honesty, Plagiarism, Homiletics, Pastoral Integrity, Sermon Preparation, preaching, sermon preparation, Sermon Plagiarism, Preaching Ethics (view more) (view less)
Leadership And Church Size Dynamics

By Tim Keller on Jan 3, 2025

| 75,728 views

Tim Keller explores one of the most talked-about church issues: the relationship of size to church health and culture.

Scripture: Hebrews 11:9-11, Jeremiah 23:16, Colossians 2:8, Colossians 2:22, Matthew 22:29, 1 Corinthians 3:5-7, Malachi 2:1-17, Isaiah 33:6 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Church, Growth, leadership, pastor, Church Growth, size, Leadership General, Pastor, Leadership, church (view more) (view less)
Becoming An Approachable Leader In Ministry

By Ken Sande on Mar 6, 2025

| 35,748 views

Approachability is essential for effective pastoral leadership. This guide shows how leaders earn trust, cultivate humility, and gain a “relational passport” with their people.

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11, Philippians 2:3-4, Matthew 18:12-14, 1 Corinthians 1:4-9, Mark 10:42-45 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Church, Peace, leadership, pastor, conflict, relationships, counsel, Communication General, Leadership General, Pastor, Leadership, church, Relational Wisdom (view more) (view less)
9 Preaching Tips That Will Change Lives

By Rick Warren on Jan 16, 2025

| 230,416 views

I'll say it over and over: The purpose of preaching is obedience. That is why you should always preach for response, aiming for people to act on what is said.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:13, Proverbs 6:18-20

Tags: pain, Eternity, Grace, obedience, Rumor, Preaching, Sex, Change, repentance, Alcohol, who is jesus, Repentance, grace, preaching, Pain (view more) (view less)
What Listeners Really Wish They Could Tell Their Pastor

By Dr. Larry Moyer on Jun 14, 2021

| 55,888 views

A speaker recalls blunt feedback from a child to show how honest listener frustrations can shape better preaching—especially length, self-focus, and dryness.

Scripture: John 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 9:16

Tags: Communication, leadership, Preaching, Church Health, Feedback, Leadership, communication, preaching (view more) (view less)
The Case For The Hour-Long Church Service

By Dave Browning on Jan 5, 2023

| 34,734 views

A focused, one-hour service honors people’s time, removes barriers for the unchurched, and forces churches to clarify what matters most in Sunday worship.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:21

Tags: church service
12 Reasons Why Church Membership Matters

By Jonathan Leeman on Mar 1, 2025

| 45,366 views

Church membership is more than a formality. It defines our identity, shapes our responsibilities, supports our leaders, and displays Christ’s kingdom to the world.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:20

Tags: Body of Christ, local church, Membership, Local Church, Body Of Christ (view more) (view less)
Keep The Momentum In Your Preaching

By Peter Mead on Feb 24, 2025

| 18,936 views

Does your sermon keep building momentum as you progress or does it stall out in the middle or end? Peter Mead offers encouragement for preachers to avoid the common pitfalls to message momentum.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:13

Tags: Communication, Preaching, momentum, Communication Speech, communication, preaching (view more) (view less)
Why Some People Aren’t Happy With Your Preaching

By Peter Mead on Feb 28, 2025

| 24,703 views

Many pastors are blindsided when members quietly express frustration with their preaching. The reasons vary widely, ranging from communication issues to personality friction to the discomfort of genuine conviction. Preachers can respond well, shepherd wisely, and preach faithfully for the glory of Christ.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 4:12, James 3:1, Galatians 1:10, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Communication, Preaching, Criticism, church leadership, criticism, Sermon Preparation, communication, preaching, sermon preparation, Church Leadership (view more) (view less)
5 Ways To Keep Your Church Small And How To Overcome Them

By Dr. Larry Moyer on Jul 18, 2020

| 22,921 views

Many churches remain small because of unbiblical assumptions and avoidable habits. Learn how vision, planning, stability, and evangelistic focus can reverse that trajectory.

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, Luke 15:4, Acts 2:47, Colossians 4:5, 1 Corinthians 3:6 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Church Growth, preaching, Ministry Strategy
8 Ways To Make Your Church More Accessible

By Rod Arnold on Mar 14, 2025

| 35,464 views

Learn eight practical, authentic ways to connect your church with your community, clarify your identity, and turn everyday members into bold inviters.

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Colossians 4:5-6, 1 Peter 3:15, 1 Corinthians 9:22, Acts 1:8 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Love, Forgiveness, Church, Compassion, Preaching, preaching, church, love (view more) (view less)
10 Tips For Better Preaching Pt.1

By Jim Martin on Apr 13, 2020

| 21,565 views

Faithful week-in, week-out preaching depends less on clever ideas and more on habits of love, clarity, restraint, identification, and genuine passion. These ten simple practices help preachers serve their congregations with messages that are understood, valued, and taken to heart.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17, 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Corinthians 1:24, 1 Peter 5:2-3 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Teaching, Preaching, Homiletics, preaching, teaching (view more) (view less)
10 Tips For Better Preaching Pt. 2

By Jim Martin on Apr 14, 2020

| 18,366 views

Five habits that help preachers build trust, speak clearly, treat people fairly, guard credibility, and carry the pulpit with humility and wisdom.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17, 1 Timothy 4:12, Titus 2:7-8, 2 Corinthians 4:2, Proverbs 15:2 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Communication, Teaching, Preaching, Ambition, style, communication, preaching, teaching (view more) (view less)
Are You A Preacher Or A Motivational Speaker?

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Jan 7, 2023

| 47,927 views

Many sermons sound inspiring yet leave out the cross and the coming kingdom. When preaching mimics self-help, it loses the gospel’s power and eternal focus.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Luke 9:23, Galatians 6:14, Matthew 6:19-21

Tags: Pastoral Ministry

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