In Preaching Articles: "time in the word" showing 1-15 of 278

Double-Check These Components Before You Preach Tomorrow

By SermonCentral 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)

4 Angles To Preach From Every Time

By Brandon Kelley on Dec 14, 2021

It is not enough to simply preach what the passage of Scripture says within your next sermon. It’s a good start, but don’t stop there. You’ll stop short of something truly beautiful, truly remarkable.

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Tags: redemption, God the Father, preaching the Word, eternal perspective, preaching Christ  (view more)  (view less)

The Infallible Word Of God? Millennials Are Not Just Taking Your Word For It

By Tiffany Deluccia on Dec 12, 2019

Young non-Christians don't simply disagree with the inerrancy of the Bible; they are skeptical of people who make claims like that.

Scripture: Jeremiah 38:1-16

Tags: Preaching, millennials

Preach The (Memorized) Word

By David Vroege on Aug 31, 2024

When we hide his word in our hearts, it makes a powerful difference personally and professionally.

Scripture: Psalm 119:11, Psalm 119:11

Tags: Study, Preaching, teach, BIBLE STUDY, memorize, Bible Study, bible study, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

The Most Important Word In The Bible?

By Lance Witt on Jul 21, 2023

In your opinion, what is the most important word in the Bible? And you can’t say God or Jesus.

Scripture: Luke 7:50, Exodus 33:12-23

Tags: Glory

A Word To The Small Town Pastor

By Ron Edmondson on Mar 8, 2022

Sometimes people don’t know how well they are doing.

Tags: Perspective, Pastors, Small Church, Pastoral Ministry, perspective  (view more)  (view less)

Leading In Times Of Uncertainty

By Lance Witt on Aug 31, 2023

Frustration and anger are pervasive throughout our culture. Underlying the anger and emotion is a deep fear. These are uncertain times and people feel it.

Tags: lead, Communication General, faith in uncertainty, Intimacy With God

What Time Is It?

By Ray Hollenbach on Apr 2, 2022

Jesus modeled agreement with the Father by doing God’s will in perilous times.

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Tags: action, fullness of time, faith with action, The Kingdom of God

4 Relationship Fences That Will Help You Preach Better

By SermonCentral on Apr 14, 2022

Each week, the most important time for all of us who preach or teach for a living is our preparation time.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26, Romans 12:10-11, Romans 12:16

Tags: Preaching, relationships, preaching the Word, Family Relationships, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Four Foundations Of Handling God's Word

By Ed Stetzer on Aug 13, 2021

LifeWay Research discovered four common factors in good preaching. Are they part of yours?

Tags: God's Word, sufficient, Bible, Preaching, Useful  (view more)  (view less)

Why I Hate The Word Balance

By Lance Witt on May 30, 2023

A life of balance has always seemed like a “pipe dream”, something that just wasn’t realistic or attainable. To be honest, I don’t think I’ve ever had a moment of balance in my entire life. I can’t think of a single moment when every area of my life and ministry were “spinning” smoothly.

Scripture: Mark 10:46

Tags: Pastors, rhythm, emotional health

5 Words Of Wisdom To A Growing Church

By SermonCentral on Feb 11, 2022

It is GOD’s Kingdom, not ours, that is expanding. We may work hard and dream big, but every single spiritual change we see in the lives of people is completely and entirely a work of God.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Tags: Wisdom, Humility, Church Growth, relational leaders

Words Create Worlds… Part 1

By Lance Witt on Aug 17, 2023

As a leader, your words carry more weight and they have more staying power. Your words get amplified and magnified.

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21, Proverbs 16:24, Proverbs 12:25, Matthew 3:17, Proverbs 18:20, Proverbs 25:15  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Influence, kind words, Blessing Others, Encouraging Others

Words Create Worlds… Part 2

By Lance Witt on Aug 18, 2023

It’s not just what you say, but how you say it.

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1, Philippians 4:5, Proverbs 12:18, Proverbs 27:5-6, Proverbs 10:17, Proverbs 10:19, Proverbs 17:28, Proverbs 15:28, Proverbs 19:4  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: words, Influence, Words do hurt, pastoral leadership

The Word Nobody Likes… Part 1

By Lance Witt on Jun 17, 2024

A couple of years ago I had the chance to sit down with a former staff member that had served on my team more than a decade ago. We really hadn’t kept in touch very much. At one point during our lunch the conversation turned more serious. And in a moment of candor he said to me “You know, you weren’t very easy to work for.” The truth is, he was right.

Scripture: Proverbs 27:5-6, Galatians 2:11-13

Tags: Humility, leadership, Accountability, Rebuke, Teachable, pastoral leadership, unteachable spirit, Pastoral Ministry, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)