In Preaching Articles: "Faithful Preaching"

Break All The Preaching Rules: 10 Reasons Why

By Rolf Jacobson on Sep 5, 2020

Strong preaching requires biblical convictions, but wise pastors know that creative rule-breaking can sometimes serve the gospel better than rigid formulas.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, 2 Corinthians 11:23, Matthew 13:34, 1 Corinthians 14:40, Nehemiah 8:8  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Creativity, preaching

Why We Preach: Gospel Bread For Desperate Hearts

By David J. Lose on Oct 6, 2020

Preaching is not merely instruction or exhortation. It is weekly renewal in the story of God’s love for weary believers who struggle to believe.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, Romans 10:17, Matthew 4:4, 1 Corinthians 1:23, Hebrews 10:23  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Gospel, Preaching, gospel, preaching, Christian worship, Christian Worship  (view more)  (view less)

Preach So They Feel It: Beyond Information Transfer

By Peter Mead on Oct 8, 2020

Great preaching is not about cramming in more content but about helping people feel the truth of Scripture. Here’s how to move from dense information to transformative proclamation.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, Luke 24:32, Hebrews 4:12, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Psalm 23:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Message, develop, Pastoral Ministry

Why We Must Preach A Bigger, Better Heaven

By SermonCentral .com on Sep 27, 2024

Many Christians imagine heaven as disembodied and dull, but Scripture presents a renewed earth filled with resurrection life. Pastors should recover this vision in their preaching.

Scripture: Romans 8:19-23, 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, Revelation 21:1-5, Revelation 22:1-5, Philippians 3:20-21  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Fall, Resurrection, Heaven, Promise

Preaching Is God's Truth Shining Through Your Personality

By Sherman Haywood Cox on May 15, 2021

Sermons are not delivered irrespective of the preacher. We are part of the message as well.

Tags: Preaching, Personality, preaching

Can Preaching Be Taught? Four Traits Of Effective Preachers

By Hershael York on May 25, 2021

While natural gifts may influence preaching ability, effective preaching ultimately depends on deeper spiritual and personal qualities that can be developed over time.

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2, Jeremiah 20:9, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Timothy 4:16, Acts 4:31  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Price, better, Homiletics, Improve, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Have You Been Googled While You Preach?

By Bob Hostetler on May 4, 2023

In the age of smartphones and instant searches, listeners can verify claims instantly. Preachers must therefore ensure their words are accurate and trustworthy.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, Proverbs 12:22, Colossians 4:6, James 3:1, 1 Thessalonians 2:5  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Research, check, Google, facts, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Why Pastors Should Preach More About Heaven

By Toni Ridgaway on May 5, 2023

Despite widespread curiosity about life after death, many churches rarely preach on heaven. Scripture calls pastors to teach clearly about the believer’s eternal hope.

Scripture: John 14:1-3, Philippians 3:20-21, Colossians 3:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 21:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Heaven, Truth, Preaching, eternal life, preaching, Eternal Life  (view more)  (view less)

10 Tips For Preaching Shorter And More Effective Sermons

By Troy Page on Jun 15, 2021

Long sermons often lose listeners before the message lands. Clear focus, careful editing, and intentional structure can help preachers deliver messages that are both shorter and more impactful.

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:2, 2 Timothy 4:2, Nehemiah 8:8, Colossians 4:6

Tags: Communication, better, short, communication

How 450 Sermons Revealed Four Preaching Truths

By Ed Stetzer on Sep 1, 2021

LifeWay Research discovered four common factors in good preaching. Are they part of yours?

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Tags: Truth, Preaching, the word, ed stetzer

Francis Chan Has Discovered The Secret To Fearless Preaching

By Francis Chan on Feb 7, 2024

He has a lot to say! Listen to this full-length message on the pressures preachers face.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:11-12

Tags: Preaching, Fearless, francis chan, Secret, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

To The Point: Ten Preaching Tips To Sharpen Your Skills

By Dr. Frank D. Macchia on Aug 12, 2021

Practical advice whether you're a novice or an experienced hand. Check this list.

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14

Tags: Preaching, Balance, experience, skill, practical advice  (view more)  (view less)

Why God Still Works Through Poor Preaching

By Peter Mead on Aug 18, 2021

How God works despite us and our preaching (and we need to be thankful for that!).

Tags: Paul, God, Gospel, Preaching, poor preaching, gospel, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Does Your Preaching Prepare People For God's Kingdom?

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Jul 30, 2025

We often fall into the trap of preaching designed to merely provide tools to become more successful in this present world rather than becoming ambassadors of the coming Kingdom.

Tags: Gospel, Preaching, prepare, Confront, God's Kingdom, gospel, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Seven Tricks To Break Out Of Your Preaching Rut

By Ryan Huguley on Aug 5, 2025

Periodically, every pastor to whom God gives the privilege of preaching weekly will find themselves in a rut.

Tags: Preaching, teach, Retreat, trick, Preaching Rut, preaching  (view more)  (view less)