In Preaching Articles: "Its Your Turn Now"

The Secret To God’s Power In Your Life And Preaching - Part 2

By Lance Witt on Jun 12, 2023

If you read last week’s article you know that we talked about holiness not just being a legalistic set of rules. True holiness always starts with relationship. And the highest motive for keeping ourselves pure is our love for God, not the fear of consequences.

Scripture: Acts 20:35

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Do You Think You're The Exception? Diagnosing Selfish Pride

By SermonCentral .com on Apr 18, 2022

At the root of many of our sins is an assumption that we are exceptional.

Scripture: Romans 8:21, Matthew 22:39, Romans 12:10, Mark 10:43-45, Hebrews 12:1, Matthew 5:28, 1 Corinthians 12:27, Matthew 7:12, James 1:19, Proverbs 15:1, Matthew 5:5, Hebrews 10:25  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: self awareness, Battling Sin Nature, Overcoming Pride, Pride

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

By Karina Kreminski on Jun 2, 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)

7 Ways To Make A Graceful Exit And Leave Your Church Well

By Charles Stone on May 27, 2024

"Unless you stay at the same church your entire life, you will leave one ministry or church and go to another, perhaps several times. I’ve learned that leaving is more of an art and is often difficult. Here are 7 insights I’ve learned that have helped me make a graceful exit."

Scripture: Acts 24:16, Romans 12:18, Hebrews 12:15, Colossians 3:23, Proverbs 22:1, 1 Kings 1:27, Acts 20:35-38  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Moving Forward, Pastoral Transition, Integrity, pastoral leadership, let go, overcome bitterness, Transitions, church leadership  (view more)  (view less)

What You Absolutely Need To Let Your Guest Preacher Know

By Rev. Stuart Strachan Jr. on Sep 17, 2024

What are the most important things you need to let your guest preacher know before you head out of town?

Tags: ministry, preaching, Ministry, Preaching, practical advice, guest preaching  (view more)  (view less)

The Supreme Court Fight And Your Church: What To Say In This Divided Time

By Ed Stetzer on Oct 10, 2024

This weekend, the United States Senate is scheduled to vote to confirm President Trump’s nomination of Judge Kavanaugh...As a pastor, how should you respond?

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9 Ways Clarity Benefits Leaders

By Charles Stone on May 24, 2023

How would you rank your clarity in your ministry? Here are nine benefits of being clear as you lead your church.

Tags: leadership, Preaching, Clarity, Leadership, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Pastoring From A Place Of Gratitude

By Lance Witt on May 28, 2024

Does gratitude flavor your life? Are the words that flow from your lips and the thoughts that race through your mind marked by gratitude?

Scripture: Psalm 118:24, Colossians 2:7

Tags: Leadership, gratitude, Grumbling, Ingratitude, pastoral leadership, Pastoral Ministry, Evaluate attitude, leadership, Thankfulness  (view more)  (view less)

Dealing Hope In The Darkest Of Nights

By Dave Furman on Jan 19, 2022

God delivered me from the darkness of despair through my friends and family as they shared their hope with me. I’m not talking about a shove-it-in-your-face kind of “sharing.” They didn’t try to explain all my problems away or attempt to explain all of God’s intentions for my suffering.

Scripture: Job 2:11-13

Tags: Jesus, Hope, friendship, Depression

11 Kinds Of Preacher: Which One Are You?

By Peter Mead on Sep 20, 2020

Discover the pros and cons of how your unique personality affects your preaching.

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11 Kinds Of Preacher -- Which One Are You?

By Peter Mead on May 23, 2021

Discover the pros and cons of how your unique personality affects your preaching.

Tags: Preaching, Preacher, Personality, type

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)

The Hottest Thing At Church Today

By Tim Challies on Jul 18, 2022

According to a new study by Gallup, the hottest thing at church today is not the worship and not the pastor. So what is it?

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Tags: Teaching, Preaching, Church Growth, Expository, Biblical truth, Teaching God's Word, BIBLICAL TEACHING, preaching, teaching, expository  (view more)  (view less)

Break All The Preaching Rules: 10 Reasons Why

By Rolf Jacobson on Sep 4, 2020

Sometimes it's a good idea to introduce a little chaos into process. Rolf Jacobson has a few ideas.

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Ask Yourself: 20 Great Questions Before You Preach

By Bob Hostetler on May 28, 2023

Bob Hostetler has applied this list to himself for years. What can you use from it?

Tags: introspection, Speaking, questions, preaching, speaking, Preaching  (view more)  (view less)