In Preaching Articles: "Charged Up To Preach"

Preaching Isn't About The Preacher

By SermonCentral .com on Jan 25, 2023

Two false assumptions can rob your preaching of power, yet they are easy to make.

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God's Checklist For Preaching Filled With Wisdom

By SermonCentral .com on Aug 10, 2021

"God told us what it looks like if we have his wisdom. It’s a list worth spending some time with."

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Entertaining Pulpits And The Legacy Of Tethered Preaching

By SermonCentral .com on Jul 30, 2025

There's a big difference between a gifted Bible-expositor and an entertainment-oriented preacher.

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Great Preaching Starts With These Four Essentials

By Artie Davis on Feb 15, 2023

Artie Davis recommends the "4 Ts" we should all keep in mind.

Scripture: Acts 1:10-24

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A Crucial Question: The Why Of Expository Preaching

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 31, 2024

It's not just academic; it's essential for life-giving sermons.

Scripture: Numbers 6:24-27, Joshua 6:6-27, Joshua 4:5-16

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Four Prayers That Changed My Preaching

By Joe Mckeever on Nov 10, 2024

After two degrees and twenty years' experience, Joe McKeever didn't need more education, but he needed help.

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The Most Difficult Texts In The Bible To Preach

By Joe Mckeever on May 21, 2023

The problem, of course, is not with Scripture. The problem is with us.

Scripture: John 2:3-5, Luke 4:1-12, Matthew 18:21-35, Hebrews 6:4-20

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Preaching For A Special Occasion? Here's Guidance

By Dr. Daniel Akin on Oct 22, 2021

Compromise of biblical truth is not an option, but doing one's best to extend Christ-honoring grace and goodwill should be at the front and center of our agenda.

Scripture: John 4:1-30, Luke 1:67-80

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John Piper: Preaching Is Expository Exultation

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 31, 2021

The preacher's job is to minimize his own opinions and deliver the truth of God.

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:16

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20 Thanksgiving Quotes For Preaching And Inspiration

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 20, 2024

Give some freshness to your Thanksgiving message, or post these inspirational words on your church's website, Facebook page or Twitter feed.

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5 Preaching Gems For Maundy Thursday

By Ray Hollenbach on Oct 1, 2025

The Last Supper: More than history, more than a painting, it's the living example of how to go through stressful times.

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What If I Preach A Bad Sermon?

By Brian Croft on Oct 22, 2025

“God’s mercies are new every morning, and that includes our preaching ministry.”

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How To Avoid The Dangers Of Topical Preaching

By Joe Hoagland on Nov 10, 2025

Preaching purists debate the merits--and dangers--of either topical or expository preaching. Both have weak spots.

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6 Foundations For Preaching About Hell

By Josh Reich on Sep 4, 2019

Hell is in the Bible. Death, the afterlife, heaven, hell, are all questions our culture wrestles with. People wonder about it.

Scripture: Judges 1:1-30

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Is Your Preaching Missing This Key Component?

By Lance Witt on Jan 6, 2021

As a pastor I am embarrassed to admit this, but prayer has often been a struggle for me. And yet, it is crucial to our success in preaching.

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

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