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5 Ways To Overcome Nerves Before You Preach

By Lane Sebring on Nov 17, 2019

| 22,610 views

She took my hand, which was freezing cold, leaned over and whispered, "Are you nervous? Your hand is freezing." I nodded, "Yep."

Scripture: Mark 14:1-25, Mark 14:1-31, Psalm 51:10-13, Ezekiel 36:26-33, Ezekiel 36:24-26 (view more) (view less)

Tags: passion, energy, nerves, preaching, Preaching, Overcome (view more) (view less)
Why Small Churches Don’t Grow

By Joe Mckeever on Sep 20, 2024

| 200,656 views

Small church growth stalls for reasons deeper than numbers. These ten barriers reveal why congregations stay stuck and how leaders can pursue renewed health and mission.

Scripture: John 13:35, Psalm 85:6, Luke 11:1-2

Tags: Church, Outreach, pastor, Church Growth, Health, Fail, church, Pastoral Leadership, Small Church Growth, Congregational Renewal, Spiritual Vitality, Church Health, Small Church, Church Practices, pastoral leadership, spiritual vitality, Pastor (view more) (view less)
How To Teach Old Testament Characters

By J.d. Greear on Feb 24, 2025

| 39,405 views

David’s life shows both the longing for a true King and the failure of every human ruler. His story presses us toward Jesus, the only King who never disappoints.

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Tags: David, Christ As King, biblical theology, Biblical Theology, Old Testament Christology, Christ as King (view more) (view less)
Wayne Cordeiro: When You Want To Call It Quits

By Wayne Cordeiro on Mar 7, 2025

| 28,496 views

When discouragement makes quitting feel inevitable, Jesus meets us in our exhaustion, restores our calling, draws us back to Himself, and leads us forward in faith.

Scripture: Luke 5:10-15, Psalm 34:17, Isaiah 40:29, Galatians 6:9

Tags: retire, quit
When Mission Replaces God: Escaping The Trap Of Missionalism

By Skye Jethani on Jul 28, 2024

| 29,992 views

Skye Jethani: "While a vision for serving God is needed, and the desperate condition of our world cannot be ignored, there is a higher calling that is going unanswered in many Christian communities."

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-6

Tags: renewal, evangelism, Renewal, Evangelism, Missions (view more) (view less)
Dallas Willard: Preaching From A Satisfied Soul

By Dallas Willard on Apr 17, 2020

| 22,710 views

True preaching flows from deep satisfaction in Christ. When pastors rest in God, their message carries peace, power, and authenticity that programs can’t produce.

Scripture: Psalm 16:11, John 7:37-38, Philippians 4:11-13, Psalm 62:1-2, Jeremiah 2:13 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Peace, Preaching, Satisfaction, soul care, preaching, Soul Care (view more) (view less)
When The Applause Becomes A Drug

By Brady Boyd on Apr 19, 2020

| 14,410 views

Pastors face pressures that tempt them toward unhealthy escapes. One subtle danger is the craving for applause. True strength comes only from Christ, not the crowd.

Scripture: Galatians 1:10, John 3:30, 1 Peter 5:2-4, Psalm 73:26, 2 Corinthians 12:9 (view more) (view less)

Tags: leadership, Preaching, Cross, Crowd, Leadership, preaching, Addiction (view more) (view less)
When Passion Fades: 5 Reasons Preaching Becomes Lifeless

By Peter Mead on Aug 9, 2024

| 25,080 views

Passionless preaching drains a congregation. These five causes, from frozen delivery to cold hearts, reveal why sermons fall flat and how pastors can revive authentic zeal.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6, Romans 12:11, Psalm 34:8, Colossians 3:23, Revelation 2:4 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Spiritual Renewal, preaching
Why Authentic Preaching Could Be A Trap

By Maurilio Amorim on May 14, 2020

| 13,715 views

Authenticity blesses the church, but permissive confession erodes repentance. True vulnerability must lead to real change, not sympathy without transformation.

Scripture: James 5:16, 2 Corinthians 7:10, Proverbs 28:13, Psalm 51:10-12, 1 John 1:8-9 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Integrity
Addressing Sexual And Domestic Violence In The Church

By John Mcclure on May 24, 2020

| 14,423 views

Sexual and domestic violence sits silently in every congregation. Pastors must preach hope to survivors, clarity to perpetrators, and courage to bystanders.

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-21, Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 1:17, Ephesians 5:11, Luke 4:18 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Justice, affliction
Why Illustrations Make Preaching Unforgettable

By Dr. Larry Moyer on May 21, 2020

| 18,866 views

Illustrations turn speakers into communicators. They clarify truth, reveal the preacher’s understanding, awaken attention, and help listeners see biblical realities clearly.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, John 6:44, Matthew 13:34, Proverbs 25:11, Psalm 78:2 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Preaching, illustration, sermon prep, Sermon Prep, preaching, Sermon prep (view more) (view less)
Piper: 8 Guidelines For Tough Leadership Decisions

By John Piper on Mar 27, 2025

| 35,134 views

Major ministry decisions require prayer, Scripture, deep thinking, and careful writing if leaders are to act wisely and in unity for the sake of the mission.

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3, Joshua 1:8, James 1:5, Proverbs 16:3, Acts 6:1-6 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Biblical Leadership
10 Global Churches Larger Than America's Largest

By James O. Davis on Jun 4, 2020

| 36,910 views

Global Christianity is expanding rapidly. These global pastors and churches reveal how God is fulfilling the Great Commission through unprecedented growth and worldwide partnerships.

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Matthew 28:19-20, Psalm 67:3-4, Revelation 7:9, Isaiah 49:6 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Evangelism, Church, Leader, Missions, Church Growth, evangelism, church, leader (view more) (view less)
10 Preaching Mistakes Everyone Can Avoid

By Jared Moore on Jun 8, 2020

| 42,448 views

If you want people leaving your sermon focused on God, avoid these common preaching mistakes. These ten pitfalls distract hearers from the text and diminish exposition.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, Nehemiah 8:8, James 1:21-22, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Psalm 19:7-10 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Preaching, mistakes, preaching, Preaching Mistakes
Why Illustrations Matter In Preaching: Learning From Jesus’ Use Of Parables

By Leslie Holmes on Jan 14, 2024

| 18,417 views

Parables and illustrations bring preaching to life. These seven tests help pastors use stories wisely to clarify truth, reduce resistance, and make sermons memorable.

Scripture: Matthew 13:34, Nehemiah 8:8, 2 Timothy 4:2, Psalm 78:2, Luke 8:10 (view more) (view less)

Tags: Expository Preaching, expository preaching

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