In Preaching Articles: "Godly Mothers"

Have You Preached The Five Blessings That Flow From Thanksgiving?

By J. John on Nov 22, 2023

A British pastor reminds us, "Thanksgiving is more than an American holiday; it's a Godly holiday, as well."

Scripture: Matthew 25:26-27, Titus 2:1-10

Tags: Thanksgiving, Preaching, gratitude, focus, five blessings, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

5 Key Principles Every Leader Should Master

By Carey Nieuwhof on Oct 10, 2023

If you were to focus on just a handful of key principles to master in leadership, which would you focus on?

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Tags: church attendance, passion, Health, godly character, Church Attendance  (view more)  (view less)

Sticks And Stones Part 2

By Lance Witt on Oct 16, 2023

Pound for pound, nothing is as powerful as your tongue. As pastors, we count on God to use our tongues as His instrument. In last week’s article, we talked about using our words to bless and speak life into others. This week I want to add 2 additional strategies for the wise use of words.

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1, Proverbs 12:18, Proverbs 10:19, Proverbs 17:28, Psalm 19:14  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: communication, Communication, leadership, godly speech, POWER OF WORDS, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)

Seven Preaching Topics You Should Repeat Often

By Joe Mckeever on May 22, 2025

Don't be afraid of repeating yourself. Repetition is the mother of learning -- and sometimes a pastor's best friend.

Tags: Faith, Power, Preaching, work, repeat, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

4 Thoughts On Finding A Mentor

By Ron Edmondson on Jun 24, 2024

"I have had many mentors who have invested deeply in my life. I am who I am partly because of the intentionality of others pouring into my life. They have made me a better leader, better husband, father, friend, and person."

Scripture: Proverbs 15:22

Tags: Personal Growth, Mentor, Godly Leaders, mentoring, personal holiness, Disciple, Character, Grow  (view more)  (view less)

How Do You Prepare Your Child For Adulthood?

By Brian Croft on Jan 1, 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: parenting, discipling, Role of Men, Christian fathers, teach children, Godly Fathers, protection, Shepherd  (view more)  (view less)

7 Ways To Correct A Team Member In A Healthy Way

By Ron Edmondson on Nov 1, 2022

"All of us make mistakes and occasionally need someone to help us become better at what we do. This should always be the end goal of correction."

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11

Tags: church leadership, Leadership, relationships, Restoration, Respect, Biblical truth, Godly Leaders, pastoral leadership, leadership  (view more)  (view less)

The Most Significant Thing A Pastor Will Ever Do

By Joe Mckeever on Jul 8, 2024

The most valuable ministry thing you have done just may be the time you stopped to encourage a homeless man and bought him lunch.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, 1 Corinthians 4:3-4

Tags: servant leadership, church leadership, Faithfulness, priorities, Servanthood, Christian Love, Godly Leaders, pastoral leadership  (view more)  (view less)

Shepherd God’s Flock: Protecting God’s People

By Chris Pascarella on Nov 23, 2022

Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood. I know that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock. – Acts 20:28-29

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18, Acts 20:28-29

Tags: pastoral leadership, shepherd God's flock, protection, encouragement, Courage, Rebuke, Godly Leaders, daily prayer  (view more)  (view less)

Though You Slay Me

By SermonCentral .com on Jun 20, 2022

For Shane Barnard, it came in the hospital room at the passing of his father. When the doctor informed Barnard and his mother that his father was dead, the flood of pain and shock came. As Barnard held his mother to comfort her, he says, as she wailed, she sang softly underneath her breath, the words of Job 1:21, "He gives, he takes, blessed be the name of the Lord."

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, John 6:66-67, Job 1:21

Tags: Surpassing Worth, Worship, Perseverance, suffering

How Much Does A Pastor Share With His Wife In Regard To Confidential Matters?

By Brian Croft on Nov 9, 2022

Pastors, we must lead our wives well to capture a fruitful balance.

Tags: leadership, Pastors, lead, Godly Wisdom, pastoral leadership, church ministry, pastor's wife, good leadership, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)

7 Ways Great Leaders Handle Their Mistakes

By Carey Nieuwhof on Jul 1, 2024

What makes leaders great is not that they stop making mistakes. What makes them great is how they handle their mistakes.

Scripture: Exodus 32:21-24, 2 Samuel 12:13-16

Tags: Problem Solver, Leadership, leadership, mistakes, Godly Leaders, Good leaders, practical advice, Correcting Mistakes, Humility  (view more)  (view less)

Preaching On Marriage: 15 Key Sermon And Worship Resources

By SermonCentral .com on Sep 29, 2024

More than ever, your congregations need godly guidance from Scripture on marriage. Here are 15 key sermon and worship resources about marriage you need today, including sermons from Andy Stanley, J.D., Greear, and John Piper.

Tags: Preaching, preaching, Marriage, Worship

6 Ways The Gospel Should Shape A Pastor’s Leadership

By Brandon Kelley on Nov 16, 2022

A Pastor’s leadership must first and foremost be a response to Christ’s gospel.

Scripture: Acts 4:19, 1 Peter 3:12

Tags: Godly Leaders, Bible Truth, pastoral leadership, Praying, Gospel centered, church leadership, Character, bible truth, Church leaders  (view more)  (view less)

Leadership Matters: 15 Leadership Sermon And Worship Resources

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 4, 2024

Today, more than ever, the world needs godly leaders who follow Christ wholeheartedly. Here are 15 leadership sermon and worship resources you can use today, including sermons from Andy Stanley, Chuck Swindoll, Wayne Cordeiro, Larry Osborne, and more.

Tags: Sermon, Worship, leadership, sermon, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)