In Preaching Articles: "Moment"

Leveraging Media Moments For Gospel Impact

By Scott Anderson on Nov 9, 2020

When biblical themes enter mainstream media, churches have a strategic opportunity to invite deeper engagement with Scripture and Christ.

Scripture: Acts 17:22-23, Luke 24:27, Colossians 4:5-6, Romans 10:14-15, Matthew 28:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Discipleship, Preaching, Bible Influence, preaching

Matt Chandler's Advice To Young Preachers

By Matt Chandler on Jun 16, 2023

"If you can't feel the text, I don't know if you've been called to preach."

Tags: Grace, Preaching, Engage, moment, grace, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

3 Powerful Words We Rarely Hear From Preachers

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 26, 2021

As leaders we need to recognize the moment when there are no words to be said, no comfort to be offered, no solutions to be given.

Scripture: John 1:1-15

Tags: expert, Expectation, leaders, preaching, Preaching, Knowledge  (view more)  (view less)

3 Powerful Words We Rarely Hear From Preachers

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 2, 2025

As leaders we need to recognize the moment when there are no words to be said, no comfort to be offered, no solutions to be given.

Scripture: Judges 14:1-6

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Should You Preach Without Notes?

By Rev. Tejado Hanchell on Mar 12, 2024

Preaching without notes is not superior, but for some it can increase freedom and connection. Here is a wise path from manuscript to no notes. Every preacher should have at least one sermon they could preach without notes if called upon at a moment’s notice.

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31, 2 Timothy 4:2, 2 Timothy 2:15, Psalm 119:11, Colossians 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Homiletics, preaching

Pastor The Church You’d Want To Attend

By Bill Couchenour on Jan 24, 2024

Church health is shaped less by charisma and more by character, relationships, and adaptive leadership in hinge moments of history.

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2-7, Proverbs 22:1, Acts 2:47, Esther 4:14

Tags: Building, Preaching, relationships, lead, Leadership General, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

10 Things You Can Do To Make Your Pastor’s Sermons Better

By Jared Moore on Nov 18, 2020

Healthy congregations understand that preaching is not a performance to consume but a sacred moment to steward with prayerful participation and practical support.

Scripture: James 1:21-22, Acts 6:4, Hebrews 13:17, Galatians 6:9, 2 Timothy 4:2  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, pastor, teach, Learning, Improve, Pastor, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Handling A Hurricane Part 2

By Lance Witt on Nov 14, 2023

There will be a day that feels like a normal day, but there is a devastating hurricane about to hit your team. It is the hurricane of a moral failure by one of your team members. But if you have prepared, it won’t be a “freak out” moment, it will be a “let’s execute our hurricane plan” moment.

Scripture: Galatians 6:1

Tags: leadership, preparation, Pastoral Ministry, church ministry, Leadership Failure, Moral failure, Overcoming Crisis, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)

Three Probing Questions Every Pastor Should Ask Himself

By Charles Stone on Sep 13, 2023

Take a few moments and ask yourself these questions to see what God reveals about your heart and motives.

Tags: Faithfulness, identity, Identity in Christ, motives

10 Must-Have Tips For Giving A Public Invitation

By Joe Mckeever on Jan 16, 2023

A sermon invitation calls listeners to respond to the gospel. Thoughtful preparation, clarity, and sensitivity help pastors lead this moment with integrity.

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, 2 Corinthians 5:20, Luke 19:46, Acts 2:38, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Speaking, grace, preaching, speaking, Grace, Preaching, Invitation, public  (view more)  (view less)

7 Vital Ingredients In Any Preaching Calendar

By SermonCentral .com on Apr 17, 2020

Investing a few more hours three months in advance, or a few weeks in advance will increase the quality of your preaching moment.

Tags: preaching, Preaching

Why I Hate The Word Balance

By Lance Witt on May 29, 2023

A life of balance has always seemed like a “pipe dream”, something that just wasn’t realistic or attainable. To be honest, I don’t think I’ve ever had a moment of balance in my entire life. I can’t think of a single moment when every area of my life and ministry were “spinning” smoothly.

Scripture: Mark 10:46

Tags: Pastors, rhythm, emotional health

You've Given The Altar Call: Now Watch Out For 7 Mistakes Afterward

By David R. Smith on Oct 14, 2019

"There's nothing more frustrating to me than seeing someone fall between the cracks at such a pivotal moment because of missed opportunities and careless mistakes."

Tags: Gospel, Preaching, altar, Invitation, unbeliever  (view more)  (view less)

The Secret To Memorable Preaching

By Larry Osborne on May 9, 2023

Linking small groups to weekend sermons increases attentiveness, note-taking, and application, turning preaching into lasting transformation rather than forgettable moments.

Scripture: Acts 2:42, James 1:22, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Colossians 3:16, Hebrews 10:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Discipleship, Preaching, Small groups, Great, preaching, Small Groups  (view more)  (view less)

Do You Pay Attention To God's Voice While You're Preaching?

By Mark Moore on Jan 31, 2024

Faithful preaching requires careful preparation, but it also requires attentiveness to Christ’s presence. Sometimes the most powerful moment in a sermon is stepping aside.

Scripture: Mark 6:34, John 10:11, 1 Corinthians 2:4-5, 2 Timothy 4:2, Hebrews 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Spiritual Leadership, God, Preaching, voice, spiritual leadership, preaching  (view more)  (view less)