In Preaching Articles: "Central Point"

One Vital Preaching Skill That Just Can't Be Faked: Do You Have It?

By SermonCentral on Feb 13, 2019

Brandon Cox challenges us to ask ourselves the tough questions about a core value.

Scripture: Joshua 1:8-24

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Everyone Else Is Preparing For Christmas--Are You?

By SermonCentral on Nov 16, 2020

It's not too early! Brandon Cox shares his ideas for a Christmas sermon series sure to connect with your congregation.

Tags: Christmas, Hope, Preaching, prepare, receiving, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Don't Just Sit There: 8 Actions To Take When Your Church Is In A Slump

By SermonCentral on Feb 27, 2019

How do you define a church slump? More importantly, what do you do when it happens?

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:8-20

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Thanksgiving: Echoing The Grace Of God

By SermonCentral on Nov 21, 2018

The Christian life, from the beginning to end, is a life of extraordinary grace. Saying "thank you" just makes sense.

Tags: Grace, Trust, Preaching, nullify grace

6 Preaching Methods Jesus Used That You Should, Too

By SermonCentral on Mar 23, 2019

If there is anyone we should emulate in our preaching, it's Jesus!

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Why "Preach Like The Room Is Full" Is Some Of The Worst Advice

By SermonCentral on Mar 26, 2019

"Even if only three people show up to church, preach like the room is full!" That's some of the worst advice I've ever received in ministry.

Tags: Preaching, opportunity, full room, terrible advice

How To Stop People From Playing On Their Phones In Church

By SermonCentral on Mar 30, 2019

Cell phones in church don't bother me because I've discovered an ancient secret that keeps people from getting bored in church.

Tags: Discipleship, Preaching, Entertainment, Boredom, better church  (view more)  (view less)

Sincerity In Preaching Can't Be Faked: Do You Have It?

By SermonCentral on Apr 10, 2019

Eight tips on "bearing your honest heart" for greater preaching impact.

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15, Exodus 32:1-14

Tags: Preaching, Authenticity

Of Course Leadership Matters--But So Does Preaching!

By SermonCentral on Apr 13, 2019

"I'm just not getting fed." That means they are hungry. They are hungry for God's Word for their lives today.

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Tags: Preaching

3 Powerful Words We Rarely Hear From Preachers

By SermonCentral on Apr 23, 2019

As leaders we need to recognize the moment when there are no words to be said, no comfort to be offered, no solutions to be given.

Scripture: Judges 14:1-6

Tags: Preaching

8 Vital Statistics You Should Track Every Week

By SermonCentral on May 14, 2019

Thom Rainer: "We can never know where the missing sheep are if we are not keeping track of them."

Tags: Preaching

5 Practices Of A Peaceful Home

By SermonCentral on Jun 19, 2019

It's so much easier to share God's peace from the pulpit if you experience God's peace at home.

Scripture: Mark 10:17

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11 Types Of Healthy Churches That Often Stay Small

By SermonCentral on Jun 6, 2019

Many types of churches fulfill the Great Commission without seeing their own numerical growth.

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-31

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Adapt Or Fail: 6 Steps Any Church Can Take

By SermonCentral on Jun 17, 2019

Small churches have the ability to adapt more quickly than our larger counterparts. Like steering a speedboat instead of an ocean liner.

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-33

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Can We Put An End To Trite Preaching And Teaching?

By SermonCentral on Jun 25, 2019

TRITE / (Adjective) Overused and consequently of little import, lacking originality or freshness.

Tags: Preaching