In Preaching Articles: "Easter preaching ideas"

Preaching Transformation: The Change We Need

By Ed Stetzer on Jan 7, 2025

Ed Stetzer discusses the importance of transformation in the life of a Christian and offers points to assist the preacher in helping their congregation see it through.

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7

Tags: Church, Growth, Discipleship, Preaching, Change, Transformation, counsel, Growth in Christ, preaching, church  (view more)  (view less)

9 Preaching Tips That Will Change Lives

By Rick Warren on Jan 16, 2025

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: Eternity, Grace, obedience, Rumor, Preaching, Sex, Change, repentance, Alcohol, who is jesus, why pain, Repentance, grace, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

9 Points For Preaching On The Problem Of Evil

By Norman Geisler on Jan 22, 2025

The topic of evil offers many onramps to preaching powerful sermons and proclaiming the gospel. Dr. Norman Geisler offers insight for preaching and pastoral conversations.

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, 1 Timothy 3:6, Colossians 4:6

Tags: Apologetics, Evil, Satan, suffering, tragedy, Difficulties, problem of evil, Apologetics God, Sin General, Trials  (view more)  (view less)

5 Leaders Examine Plagiarism In Preaching

By Tim Keller on Jul 18, 2024

New Testament scholar D. A. Carson, senior pastor Sandy Willson, author and senior pastor Tim Keller, senior parachurch executive Matt Perman, and church research consultant Glenn Lucke speak to the issue of Plagiarism.

Tags: Communication, Preaching, Pastors, Plagiarism, DUTY CALLS, communication, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Daring To Preach The Same Message Twice

By Joe Mckeever on Jul 17, 2024

Joe McKeever dares you to consider re-preaching a topic--or even a sermon--to your congregation.

Tags: Preaching, Homiletics, Church Practices, preaching

2 Keys For Better Preaching Prep

By Dr. Larry Moyer on Feb 1, 2025

Good preparation that leads to effective preaching begins with letting Scripture examine, speak, and preach to us.

Scripture: Psalm 119:99

Tags: Study, Preaching, preparation, Meditation, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

10 Preaching Questions With Matt Chandler

By Colin Adams on Jan 30, 2025

Megachurch pastor Matt Chandler answers queries from Colin Adams about the importance of preaching, his preparation, and the responsibilities of a teaching pastor.

Scripture: Mark 1:39

Tags: Preaching, preparation, Adam, Guilt Offering, Leadership General, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Authentic Preaching: Bringing Yourself Into The Message

By Craig Groeschel on Feb 14, 2025

Craig Groeschel encourages pastors to make sure they don't miss the key ingredient for authenticity in preaching.

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Tags: Preaching, preparation, identity, authentic, Leadership General, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Do We Have To Be Perfect To Preach?

By Dean Shriver on Feb 10, 2025

The call to preach requires more of us than verbal proclamation of truth. We must not only speak God’s Word so it can be heard; we must live God’s Word so it can be seen.

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:14

Tags: Preaching, preaching

10 Preaching Questions With Tim Keller

By Colin Adams on Mar 10, 2020

Colin Adams interviews Tim Keller about the greatest perils in preaching, sermon prep, and balancing the demands of leadership.

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Tags: Exposition, blood, Preaching, preaching

How To Preach Jesus Using The Psalms

By Jason Hood on Feb 12, 2025

We can find Jesus all over the Psalms, because the Psalms are his prayer book that points to him. And when we find Jesus in the Psalms, we also find ourselves.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21

Tags: Old Testament, New Testament, Creation, Jesus, Preaching, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

A Preaching Q&a With David Platt

By David Platt on Feb 15, 2025

Michael Duduit interviews David Platt about his sermon prep process and the most important things he has learned about preaching over the years.

Tags: Preaching, Learning, preaching

Preach A Crisp, Clear Gospel Message

By Dr. Larry Moyer on Feb 26, 2025

Larry Moyer: "For me, it all starts by communicating ten words: 'Christ died for our sins and rose from the dead.'"

Tags: Evangelism, Salvation, Gospel, Preaching, Evangelism How To, evangelism, gospel, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Preaching On Life: An Interview With Max Lucado

By Max Lucado on Jul 27, 2024

"I really believe the purpose of Scripture is to give us this authoritative handbook. We have a place where we can take people when they come to us with questions so we're not just speaking out of our own opinion."

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Preaching Tip: Encourage Your Audience

By Peter Mead on Mar 25, 2020

Everyone needs encouragement. And yet, strangely, it's often absent from a significant amount of preaching.

Scripture: Proverbs 29:25, Romans 15:4-5

Tags: Preaching, encouragement, Church Growth