In Preaching Articles: "Evangelism How To"

How Do I Study A Specific Topic In The Bible?

By SermonCentral .com on Sep 7, 2022

Studying the Bible does not need to be complex. Simple tools can help us glean amazing insights from the word.

Scripture: Proverbs 2:3-6, Jeremiah 29:13, 2 Timothy 2:7

Tags: BIBLE STUDY, Personal Growth, writing, spiritual growth, Bible Study, Spiritual Discipline, Journaling, Concordance, bible study  (view more)  (view less)

How Do You Prepare Your Child For Adulthood?

By Brian Croft on Jan 2, 2023

Many of you knew I was on a trip with my 13 year-old son recently. What was the occasion? My wife and I promised each of our children when they turned 13 years old, they would get to take a special trip with one of us.

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:8, Ephesians 5:22-23, 1 Peter 3:1-7

Tags: protection, Shepherd, parenting, discipling, Role of Men, Christian fathers, teach children, Godly Fathers  (view more)  (view less)

How To Modernize Your Church Communication With Digital Signage

By Optisigns - on Feb 26, 2024

Bring your communication strategy into new light with modern digital signage.

Tags: Announcements, announcements

Sermon Illustration: How Much Should We Give To God?

By SermonCentral .com on Sep 9, 2023

If you've ever taken your kids to McDonald's, then this illustration is right up your alley.

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, 1 Chronicles 29:1-9

Tags: Giving, Tithe, Give, Tithes, amount  (view more)  (view less)

How Does A Sermon Differ From A Self-Help Video?

By Peter Mead on May 16, 2023

When you finish preaching, where is your listeners' final focus? The answer makes all the difference.

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Tags: Preaching, Self, focus, preaching

How To Preach Via Social Media—a Practical Guide

By Rob O'lynn on Feb 20, 2024

All social media is relational, so how can you leverage relationships in order to find new avenues for your preaching?

Tags: Technology, Preaching, social media, online, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Last-Minute Messages: How To Craft A Short Devotional With No Notice

By Rob O'lynn on Sep 7, 2021

"Hey, Pastor, could you say a few words..." Use this strategy to deliver short, meaningful talks with little or no prep time.

Scripture: Luke 19:1-19

Tags: Preaching, picture, passage, point

Should You Know How Much Each Family Donates?

By SermonCentral .com on Nov 27, 2024

Randy Alcorn: "One of the reasons arguing for giving confidentiality is the human tendency toward favoritism and elevating men."

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-14

Tags: Tithe, Preaching, randy alcorn, donations, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

How To Say Good-Bye: Preaching Your Last Sermon

By Chris Surber on Nov 10, 2021

People usually listen closely to your first words--and your last. Make them meaningful.

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Tags: Preaching, Purpose, preparation, Goodbye, last sermon, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Grace Is A Divine Scandal, And That's How You Should Preach It

By Ray Hollenbach on Dec 10, 2024

Grace can be abused, grace can be played the fool, grace can be wasted--but grace doesn't care. Grace is the divine scandal.

Scripture: Galatians 2:21

Tags: Preaching, preaching

How To Preach On Death Row (Or Other Unfamiliar Settings)

By Joe Mckeever on Feb 14, 2020

Sooner or later, every minister faces this kind of fearsome opportunity. (Wonderful nightmare? Scary blessing?)

Tags: Preaching

5 Dangers Of Expository Preaching (And How To Avoid Them)

By Brandon Kelley on Jan 31, 2020

Part Two of a great debate between topical and expository preaching.

Tags: Preaching, preaching

How To Preach Your Church Toward Its True Identity

By Lane Sebring on Feb 19, 2020

Try this in your next sermon. You’ll see your people come alive and be inspired.

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Finally! A Definitive Answer To 'how Long Should I Preach?'

By Hershael York on Feb 25, 2020

After 35 years of pulpit ministry, Hershael York gives us the answer!

Tags: Preaching, preaching

How To Tell Who You Can Truly Trust In Leadership

By Carey Nieuwhof on Jan 10, 2023

Trusting people in leadership can be a disheartening and confusing proposition. And the stakes are high.

Tags: Preaching, preaching