In Preaching Articles: "Hot Topics" showing 1-15 of 26

Preaching On Hot Topics? 9 Outstanding Helps

By Lane Sebring on Mar 18, 2023

You want to help your people see how biblical truth intersects with every aspect of their lives. But the more controversial the topic the more important it is to handle it with care.

Scripture: Genesis 2:16-25, 1 Timothy 2

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How To Avoid The Dangers Of Topical Preaching

By Joe Hoagland on Jun 10, 2019

Preaching purists debate the merits--and dangers--of either topical or expository preaching. Both have weak spots.

Tags: Preaching

Where Sermons Hide: 5 Places You Can Find A Topic

By John Mcclure on Oct 22, 2021

"What will I preach on?" Whenever you ask this question, you're looking for inspiration.

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12, 2 Samuel 7:1-15:15

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Thinking About Expository Preaching—part 3

By Ed Stetzer on Mar 16, 2022

A look at the place of thematic, narrative, and topical preaching.

Scripture: Matthew 4:23

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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.

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Thinking About Expository Preaching— Part 4

By Ed Stetzer on Mar 24, 2022

Seeker Comprehensible Preaching...Without Dumbing Down

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Should You Preach On A Topic That Doesn't Stir Your Passions?

By Josh Reich on Jul 3, 2019

If a pastor isn’t careful, he will only preach on the things he finds important.

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A Dozen Ways To Kill A Great Idea

By Sermoncentral on May 29, 2021

From preaching topics to outreach programs, how many great ideas have fallen into these potholes?

Tags: Idea, Plan, Kill, Improve, Church Practices  (view more)  (view less)

Boring Preaching Ought To Be A Crime

By Sermoncentral on Jul 11, 2019

Brandon Cox reminds us that no matter what the topic, preaching always leads back to One Big Thing.

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-25

Tags: Preaching

Spit-Shine Tomorrow's Sermon Before You Go To Bed Tonight

By Rick Malm on Mar 2, 2023

One acronym, four great suggestions to buff up your message.

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-15

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Study: What Preachers Won't Preach About

By Toni Ridgaway on Mar 28, 2020

Fifty-five percent of pastors can identify one or more topics on which they would not preach at all or only sparingly.

Scripture: Acts 20:17-32

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Seven Preaching Topics You Should Repeat Often

By Joe Mckeever on Oct 2, 2018

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

Scripture: John 6:25-7:35

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Daring To Preach The Same Message Twice

By Joe Mckeever on Mar 8, 2018

Joe McKeever dares you to consider re-preaching a topic--or even a sermon--to your congregation.

Tags: Preaching, Homiletics, Church Practices

Pulpit Abuse: What It Is And How To Stop It

By Calvin Miller on Aug 22, 2018

Do your sermons always circle back to your favorite topics? If so, you might be practicing pulpit abuse.

Scripture: Matthew 24:28

Tags: Preaching

6 Important Reasons Every Pastor Should Preach On Singleness

By Josh Reich on Jan 21, 2020

Josh Reich thinks some pastors shy away from this topic for surprising reasons.

Tags: Preaching