In Preaching Articles: "Scripture" showing 1-15 of 51

5 Ways To Help People Experience Scripture As You Preach

By Nicholas Mcdonald on Sep 14, 2021

How do we invite people to use their imagination when we preach?

Scripture: Job 32:1-10

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My Sermon ... With A Little Bit Of Bible Thrown In

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Apr 14, 2023

"If you ain't struggled with the Scripture, we have something else other than a sermon."

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Narrative Preaching: Do You Make These 10 Mistakes?

By Peter Mead on Jul 2, 2020

Before you decide to tap into the great stories of scripture, consider these cautions.

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Sex In The Sermon

By Melissa Kruger on Nov 28, 2018

It may be a sensitive area, but faithful preaching of all areas of Scripture produces faithful followers in all areas of life.

Tags: Preaching, sexuality

The Most Difficult Texts In The Bible To Preach

By Joe Mckeever on May 21, 2023

The problem, of course, is not with Scripture. The problem is with us.

Scripture: John 2:3-5, Luke 4:1-12, Matthew 18:21-35, Hebrews 6:4-20

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How Can I Better Study A Bible Passage?

By SermonCentral on Aug 26, 2022

“Think over what I say,” commands the Lord. How can a faithful student of the Bible do this without leaning on commentaries and scholars?

Scripture: Romans 1:15-17, 2 Timothy 2:7

Tags: Bible, Scripture, BIBLE STUDY, Bible Study, sermon prep, Study Scripture, Study Techniques, Feast on the Word, Sermon Prep, bible study, bible  (view more)  (view less)

2 Keys For Better Preaching Prep

By Dr. Larry Moyer on Mar 30, 2018

Good preparation that leads to effective preaching begins with letting Scripture examine, speak, and preach to us.

Scripture: Psalm 119:99

Tags: Study, Preaching, preparation, Meditation

How Biblical Preaching Brings True Revival

By Steven Lawson on Jun 30, 2020

Steven Lawson: "A heaven-sent revival will only come when Scripture is enthroned once again in the pulpit."

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-20, 2 Timothy 4:1-10, 2 Timothy 4:2

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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

Tags: Preaching

Why Pastors Must Become Excellent Motivators

By SermonCentral on Aug 30, 2020

At the end of our expounding of the Scriptures, people need to know what to do with what we just said, and they need to be provoked to take action.

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Creating A Church Culture Through Sermons

By SermonCentral on Sep 16, 2020

Our responsibility is not only to feed the flock a balanced diet from Scripture but also to create a church culture within our congregation.

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Feed The Flock, Lead The Flock

By Ben Mandrell on Sep 11, 2018

One of God's favorite metaphors in the Bible is that of a shepherd. All throughout the grand story of Scripture, the importance of leading the flock comes shining through.

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Gird Your Preaching: 10 Supports

By Peter Mead on Nov 13, 2020

Imagine the Bible as a "superstructure." Which texts gird the grand message of the Scripture?

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-9

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We Can - And Should! - Preach Like The Apostles

By Dayton Hartman on Jun 20, 2021

Only 50% of the next generation of Christians have any respect for the text of Scripture. How do you preach the Bible to them?

Tags: Preaching, apostle, Millenial, preaching

Is The Bible The Seasoning Or The Steak In Your Sermon?

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Nov 1, 2018

"I have a sermon; maybe you can help me find a Scripture so that I can preach it."

Tags: Bible, Preaching, seasoning, e