In Preaching Articles: "Purpose Of Preaching"

My 7 Part Strategy For A New Leadership Position

By Ron Edmondson on Mar 9, 2021

I realized I’m only one person and although everyone wanted some of my time and there were more ideas than we could ever accomplish, I knew I would burnout if I didn’t pace myself. This meant I said no to some things – really many things.

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Are You Raising The Next Generation Of Preachers?

By Ben Mandrell on Aug 5, 2018

If the "preacher population" is shrinking, perhaps you have a role to play that could impact generations to come.

Scripture: 1 John 15:15

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5 Practices Of A Peaceful Home

By SermonCentral on Jun 18, 2019

It's so much easier to share God's peace from the pulpit if you experience God's peace at home.

Scripture: Mark 10:17

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The Main Reason Our Sermons Don't Get Through To People

By Nathan Aaseng on Jun 19, 2019

Ask the average person in the street what Christianity is about and the answer will be nowhere near what most of us proclaim in our pulpits every week.

Scripture: John 8:1-11

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What's The Big Idea Behind Your Sermon?

By Peter Mead on Jun 27, 2019

Ideas change lives. People give themselves to ideas. And Christianity is a content-based faith

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10 Ways To Know Someone Is Leaving Your Church

By Brian Dodd on May 10, 2020

Here are the warning signs that indicate a potential move toward the back door is underway.

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Can You Spot The Most Dangerous Person In Your Church?

By Erik Raymond on Oct 30, 2019

In addition to leading and teaching, pastors are called to protect or guard the flock.

Scripture: Titus 1:5

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Miles Mcpherson: God's Power And Our Ruby Slippers

By Miles Mcpherson on May 19, 2020

"Imagine what the Universal Church could do if everyone truly believed God."

Scripture: John 1:50, John 15:16-17

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7 Pitfalls Of Being An Introverted Pastor

By Ron Edmondson on May 29, 2020

"I am an introvert. With all my public appearances on Sunday mornings, this surprises many people. But in my private life and with those closest to me, there is no questioning that fact."

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5 Thoughts About Excellence In Ministry

By SermonCentral .com on Jun 7, 2020

Brandon Cox: In the pursuit of excellence in your ministry, remember these five guiding principles.

Scripture: Colossians 3:17

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How To Preserve Your Creative Energy

By Peter Mead on Jul 20, 2020

Most of us have a limited tank of energy when it comes to creative flair. Don’t waste it.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:6-8

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Paul's Worst Church: Our Best Model?

By Chuck Warnock on Jul 27, 2020

Chuck Warnock suggests six powerful lessons from we can learn from that much-maligned church: Corinth.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-6

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Make Your Sermons More Memorable: 6 Tips From Neuroscience

By Charles Stone on Jul 28, 2020

Dr. Charles Stone draws from the study of the human brain and suggests how we can impact the human heart.

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Would A Ten-Minute Sermon Work?

By Ed Cyzewski on Jul 31, 2020

One parishioner said, "If a sermon were a practical, 10-minute exposition of scripture, I’d be happy." Would you be happy, Pastor?

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

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Cursing Our Enemies The Bible Way

By John Byron on Sep 1, 2020

King David did it in the Psalms--why can't we?

Scripture: Psalm 109:1

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