In Preaching Articles: "His Image"

Why Jesus Never Used A Classroom

By Bob Hamp on Jul 25, 2020

When Jesus wanted to teach his disciples something important, he took them on the road, not into the classroom.

Tags: Teaching, Preaching, Learning, Living, follower  (view more)  (view less)

John Piper: The Gladness Of The Risen God

By SermonCentral .com on Apr 11, 2020

Master preacher John Piper asks his listeners three questions, then leads them to the empty tomb.

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-10

Tags: Forgiveness, Jesus, Easter, God, Preaching, risen  (view more)  (view less)

Why Do You Preach? My Four Reasons

By Ken Collins on Oct 19, 2021

Veteran preacher Ken Collins shares the heart of his calling. How do you see yours?

Tags: Preaching, Glorify, motivate, educate, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

These Six Questions Reveal How Well You Are Engaged In Your Neighborhood

By Karina Kreminski on Jun 3, 2024

"What does it look like to keep ourselves accountable to joining with God on his mission in our neighborhood?"

Tags: Inviting others, open to others, Reaching out, Loving the lost, Outreach, neighborhood, reaching the lost, community outreach  (view more)  (view less)

Always Choose The High Road (There’s Less Traffic)

By Jonathan Herron on Dec 7, 2022

Jesus said his disciples would be known by their radical love for one-another, (John 15:12).

Scripture: John 15:12

Tags: pastoral leadership, speak truth in love, Slow to speak, church leadership, Guard your tongue, honor, SALT AND LIGHT, Encourage Others  (view more)  (view less)

Pastors Never Know Who’s In The Audience

By Joe Mckeever on Jul 18, 2022

When a pastor stands to preach, he never knows who is listening to him. And if his sermon is recorded or broadcast, he has no clue who will be hearing his words. He will do well to make sure he knows what he’s talking about.

Tags: Preaching Blunders, communication, preaching, teaching, Teaching, Preaching, preaching tips, pastoral leadership, Teaching God's Word, Pastoral Ministry, Communication  (view more)  (view less)

Listen To One Of Dallas Willard's Last Messages

By Dallas Willard on Sep 23, 2023

Right up until his passing, Dallas Willard encouraged preachers and pastors to focus on what's most important.

Tags: Final, Last, dallas willard

John Piper: Our Indispensible Role As Preachers

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 28, 2023

John Piper examines the intersection between the miracle of God's sovereign work and the role we play as his partners.

Tags: Sovereign, Preaching, role, intersections, john piper, e, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Digging Deep: How Do You Define The Ministry Of The Word?

By Peter Mead on Jul 4, 2025

"The ministry of the word is stewarding and heralding God's word in such a way that people encounter God through his word."

Scripture: Psalm 37:4-5

Tags: Ministry, Preaching, God's Word, blackaby, ministry, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

The Myth Of Spontaneous Preaching

By Lane Sebring on Oct 1, 2019

Some people think the work of the Holy Spirit is thwarted when the preacher makes an effort to improve his preaching.

Tags: Improve, sermon prep, Sermon Prep, preaching, Sermon prep, Holy Spirit, Preaching, Spontaneous  (view more)  (view less)

4 Questions I Ask Myself Every Week As I Prepare My Sermon

By Dave Workman on Nov 8, 2025

Dave Workman has delivered thousands of sermons. His guidestars are five focus factors, and four key questions.

Tags: Preaching, preaching

R.c. Sproul: The Difference Between Preaching & Teaching

By SermonCentral .com on Apr 28, 2025

"What shepherd would so neglect his sheep that he never took the time or trouble to feed them?"

Tags: Preaching, preaching

A Year-End Prayer For Weary Waiters

By Jon Bloom on Dec 30, 2024

“But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son” (Galatians 4:4).

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:4, Luke 1:78-79, Galatians 4:4, Revelation 22:20, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: fullness of time, Second Coming, God's Promises, God's Fullness, End of the Year, eagerly await, Waiting on God, Prayer  (view more)  (view less)

Unashamed Allegiance: My Tribute To R.c. Sproul

By John Piper on Nov 18, 2022

I love R.C. Sproul. I am sure I owe him more than I can even recall. My reverence for the holiness of God and the truth of his word would not be the same without his influence. I will miss him (for a short while).

Tags: Christ in Scripture, Teacher, Godly Life, preacher, teacher, treasure, Faithfulness, Tribute, Preacher, Godly example  (view more)  (view less)

Everyone Else Is Preparing For Christmas--Are You?

By SermonCentral on Nov 16, 2020

It's not too early! Brandon Cox shares his ideas for a Christmas sermon series sure to connect with your congregation.

Tags: Christmas, Hope, Preaching, prepare, receiving, preaching  (view more)  (view less)