In Preaching Articles: "Faithful Preaching"

The Power Of Multisensory Preaching

By Rick Blackwood on Jun 1, 2020

Multisensory preaching engages more of the listener, increases clarity and retention, and can reignite your joy in teaching by making sermons more vivid and memorable.

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

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Piper's Authority For Preaching

By SermonCentral .com on Jan 22, 2026

In this video John Piper answers the question, "What Bible passages do you use to base your claims about how we should preach?"

Tags: Bible, Lesson, Joshua, Preaching, Learning, Doctrine, Relevant, bible truth, Authority, Bible Truth, preaching, bible  (view more)  (view less)

The Secret To Memorable Preaching

By Larry Osborne on May 9, 2023

Linking small groups to weekend sermons increases attentiveness, note-taking, and application, turning preaching into lasting transformation rather than forgettable moments.

Scripture: Acts 2:42, James 1:22, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Colossians 3:16, Hebrews 10:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Discipleship, Preaching, Small groups, Great, preaching, Small Groups  (view more)  (view less)

The Power Of Weak Preaching

By SermonCentral .com on Jun 18, 2020

God channels His power through weak preachers, not showmanship. True potency comes from courage, confession, and preaching Christ with humble dependence.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21, 2 Corinthians 12:9, John 17:17, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, weakness, preaching, Weakness

Preach The (Memorized) Word

By David Vroege on Aug 30, 2024

When we hide his word in our hearts, it makes a powerful difference personally and professionally.

Scripture: Psalm 119:11, Psalm 1:2-3, Galatians 5:22-23, Luke 21:15, Hebrews 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Study, Preaching, teach, BIBLE STUDY, memorize, Bible Study, bible study, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

The Power Of Ugly Preaching

By Jamie Stilson on Apr 25, 2023

Ugly preaching is not sloppy preaching but Spirit-empowered proclamation that flows from weakness, authenticity, and a life deeply shaped by Jesus.

Scripture: Acts 4:13, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Ezekiel 37:4-5, John 9:25

Tags: Grace, Preaching, gospel proclamation, grace, preaching, Gospel Proclamation  (view more)  (view less)

Preach Like A Storyteller

By Ray Hollenbach on May 10, 2021

If audiences will sit for hours watching story-driven films, preachers must ask why sermons often struggle to hold attention. The answer is narrative power.

Scripture: Joshua 2:2-5, Luke 24:27, Mark 4:34, Acts 17:2-3

Tags: Expository Ministry

What Is The Future Of Preaching?

By Dwayne Milioni on Mar 1, 2024

A homiletics professor offers 14 thoughts on the future of preaching in the American church.

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Preach The Gospel, Not The Garnish

By Jared Moore on Jul 24, 2025

There are plenty of things we can do to improve our style, but does the gospel get lost in the garnish?

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Preaching Beyond Politics

By Shane Grant on Sep 8, 2021

Biblical preaching does not seek to influence the modern world but wants to move people to a different world, a world that is unavailable to them without preaching.

Tags: Preaching, Influence, Political, Biblical, modern world  (view more)  (view less)

The Awesomeness Of Preaching Naked

By Jonathan Herron on Feb 2, 2024

Well, figuratively. Nathan Herron went WAY out on a limb with his church. Would you?

Scripture: Acts 9:1-25

Tags: Preaching, Naked, dispensation, preaching

Improvisation And The Art Of Preaching

By Joe Hoagland on Feb 19, 2021

When it comes to the art of preaching improvisation can play a big role, just like in music. Here at Rookie Preacher we advocate for a tight, well put together structure. But, that doesn’t mean you need to have every word memorized.

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My Joy In The Desert

By Marshall Segal on Jul 5, 2021

For most of us, the single greatest threat to our faith in God and his promises has been the miles we have walked in the desert.

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13, 1 Peter 1:3

Tags: Desert, Joy, desert lessons

How Can I Better Study A Bible Passage?

By SermonCentral .com on Aug 26, 2022

“Think over what I say,” commands the Lord. How can a faithful student of the Bible do this without leaning on commentaries and scholars?

Scripture: Romans 1:15-17, 2 Timothy 2:7

Tags: Bible, Scripture, BIBLE STUDY, Bible Study, sermon prep, Study Scripture, Study Techniques, Feast on the Word, Sermon Prep, bible study, bible  (view more)  (view less)

Why Preaching Without The Holy Spirit Isn’t Really Preaching

By Leslie Holmes on Apr 16, 2025

Without the Holy Spirit, preaching becomes little more than religious speech. True proclamation depends on surrender, prayer, and the Spirit’s guiding power.

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Luke 4:18-19, Acts 2:7-8, 2 Corinthians 3:5-6, John 16:13  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Holy Spirit, Preaching, Triune, spiritual power, preaching, Spiritual Power  (view more)  (view less)