In Preaching Articles: "Preaching Recovery"

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

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Finding Fresh Ways To Tell The Story Of Jesus

By Jeff K. Clarke on Dec 20, 2019

In our pursuit of Jesus, sometimes we have to (un)learn what we thought we knew.

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The Criticism I Hated—but Made Me A Better Preacher

By Joe Hoagland on Dec 26, 2019

None of us appreciate unsolicited, mean-spirited criticism, but we do need to hear people out.

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

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Ray Ortlund's 10 Unforgettable Lessons On Fatherhood

By Ray Ortlund on Oct 3, 2025

"The distance between what I saw in the New Testament and what I saw in my dad was slight."

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-17

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The Very Best Way To Connect With Your Listeners (And How To Do It)

By Brandon Kelley on Oct 9, 2025

Sure, it's simple: but that doesn't mean it's easy to do.

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Thinking About Quitting? 9 Hope-Filled Reminders

By SermonCentral .com on Dec 24, 2024

Someone asked me if I ever considered quitting when I was a pastor. My response was quick and truthful: “Yes. On the average about once a week.”

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Your Sermon May Solve Problems But Is That Enough?

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Oct 10, 2025

Address people where they are, but take them to another place to meet the Sovereign of the Universe.

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8 Vital Statistics You Should Track Every Week

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 16, 2025

Thom Rainer: "We can never know where the missing sheep are if we are not keeping track of them."

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Are Your Illustrations Fresh? Use This 9-Point Checklist

By Peter Mead on Oct 17, 2025

Every illustration should "let the light in." Do yours?

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Why Every Sermon Should Be A Life-Changing Sermon

By Paul David Tripp on Oct 19, 2025

This will probably get me into trouble: I’m persuaded that there’s too much mediocrity in the church when it comes to pastors preparing and delivering their sermons.

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Jesus Illustrated His Sermons: Shouldn't We Follow His Example?

By Justin Trapp on Dec 27, 2024

Discover how one of our Lord's faous sayings was actually a vivid, up-to-date illustration.

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The Little-Known Secret About Spontaneous Sermons

By Scott Attebery on Oct 28, 2025

There's a "curve" to sermon prep that led to great messages--do you know it?

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11 Types Of Healthy Churches That Often Stay Small

By SermonCentral .com on Nov 4, 2025

Many types of churches fulfill the Great Commission without seeing their own numerical growth.

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-31

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10 Things We Should Never Tell A Preacher

By Joe Mckeever on Oct 30, 2025

When I honor the Lord’s shepherd, I honor the Lord Jesus Christ. He takes personally my treatment of His servant. That should put the fear of the Lord into us. And keep it there.

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7 Danger Signs Of A Discouraged Preacher

By Peter Mead on Nov 2, 2025

Perhaps this list can also help you pray for other preachers, or pastors in your church.

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-6

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