By Matthew Redder on Sep 10, 2025
In this article, we’ll explore how pastors work with others—both living and long gone—to craft sermon content. We’ll reflect on the value of community, the discipline of study, and the humility that comes when we realize that our sermons are enriched by the wisdom of many.
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By Ray Hollenbach on Mar 11, 2025
A real church incident exposes why believers distrust discipline. Yet Scripture shows discipline is meant to heal, not harm, calling us to restore one another with Christ’s presence.
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By Jon Acuff on Oct 28, 2020
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Jon Acuff has heard quite a few sermons in his day. Here's a handy guide for discerning when the end is near.
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By SermonCentral .com on Feb 12, 2021
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Church members aren’t looking for super-pastors, they want basic pastoral competence, honesty and leadership. That’s what they ought to expect.
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By Peter Mead on Jun 1, 2020
Even slight shifts in tone, focus, or structure can distort a sermon’s flavor. Guard the gospel, preach the text, and let Scripture, not your outline, set the menu.
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By Dr. Larry Moyer on Jun 14, 2021
A speaker recalls blunt feedback from a child to show how honest listener frustrations can shape better preaching—especially length, self-focus, and dryness.
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By Ron Edmondson on Aug 3, 2024
Pastors often receive information they never needed. Protecting your ministry means refusing gossip, rumors, and private details that cause harm rather than help.
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By Ed Stetzer on Mar 27, 2025
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Ed Stetzer shares insights from a new study that reveals what pastors really think about the ministry.
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By Ron Forseth on Sep 3, 2024
Is using another preacher’s sermon always wrong? This article examines plagiarism, conscience, diligence, and trust to offer a biblical framework for sermon use.
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By Tyler Braun on Sep 10, 2020
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Can your preaching reach the up-and-coming generations? Tyler Braun points out the most common barriers.
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By SermonCentral .com on Mar 15, 2024
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As ministers of the Gospel, let's stop dumbing down the Gospel in the way we speak.
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By Joe Mckeever on Jan 11, 2021
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Great advice from Joe McKeever: "Don’t ever resign your church in a fit of passion. In a rush of anger. That’s a huge no-no for preachers."
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