In Preaching Articles: "Preaching Christ"

Double-Check These Components Before You Preach Tomorrow

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 7, 2021

There are certain elements that must be included in every single sermon that we ever preach. They are non-negotiable.

Tags: Fellowship, Communion, Preaching, Quiet time, time in the word  (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)

4 Deep Changes Your Preaching Should Produce

By Peter Mead on Sep 2, 2025

God's work is transformational. Is our preaching doing God's work?

Tags: Preaching, Character, Transformation, conduct, deep change, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Thanksgiving Can't Be Commanded—but It Can Be Preached

By David J. Lose on Nov 25, 2025

Here's the problem: Thanksgiving--that is, the genuine expression of gratitude--can't be forced.

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-10

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Do We Preach A Grace That's Too Small?

By Ray Hollenbach on Nov 30, 2024

We've lined up the chairs in neat little rows and called it grace. We never noticed: it has broken free.

Scripture: Numbers 4:1-4

Tags: Grace, Preaching, King, Tyrant, too small, grace, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

2 Contradictions To Remember Every Time You Preach

By Nathan Aaseng on Dec 5, 2024

Effective preaching requires learning to negotiate the perilous waters between two vital strategies.

Scripture: Exodus 10:15-25

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Of Course Leadership Matters--But So Does Preaching!

By SermonCentral .com on Sep 29, 2025

"I'm just not getting fed." That means they are hungry. They are hungry for God's Word for their lives today.

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Tags: Preaching, preaching

From Desiring God Ministries: The Essential Secret Of Preaching

By Tony Merida on Dec 6, 2025

The key to effective preaching is not mastering certain techniques, but being mastered by certain convictions.

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Can We Put An End To Trite Preaching And Teaching?

By SermonCentral .com on Dec 26, 2025

TRITE / (Adjective) Overused and consequently of little import, lacking originality or freshness.

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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?"

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Pastor, Does Your Preaching Have Prophetic Imagination?

By SermonCentral .com on Mar 15, 2024

As ministers of the Gospel, let's stop dumbing down the Gospel in the way we speak.

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Bold Preaching: The Surprising Connection Between Amos And Us

By Nathan Aaseng on Jan 14, 2026

This article challenges preachers to reflect on whether they resemble Amos or the court prophets, and urges courage in proclaiming hard truths from God’s Word.

Tags: Preaching, Prophetic Preaching, preaching, Church and Culture, Courage in Ministry, Preaching Challenges  (view more)  (view less)

How To Preach Like You’re Having A Conversation

By Lane Sebring on Jan 21, 2026

Want your sermons to connect on a deeper level? Learn how a conversational preaching style can make your message more personal, relatable, and engaging.

Tags: authentic ministry, Authentic Ministry

Why "Just Preach The Gospel” Isn’t Enough

By SermonCentral .com on Jan 24, 2026

Preaching the gospel is essential, but not sufficient on its own. Learn why living the gospel and recognizing our interpretive filters are critical for authentic ministry.

Tags: christian living, preaching the gospel, Christian Living, Preaching the Gospel, Ministry Practice, Sermon Advice, Humble Preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Why Pastors Should Preach The Gospel In Every Sermon

By Greg Stier on Jul 18, 2023

Believe it or not doing something as simple as giving the Gospel in every sermon can literally transform your church.

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28, Acts 2:42-47, Acts 4:31-34, Acts 26:17-18, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 2:2, 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, 1 Corinthians 14:24-25, 2 Corinthians 5:11, Colossians 4:4  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Communion, challenge, preaching the gospel, gospel invitation