In Preaching Articles: "Time Of Reflection"

Brokenness In A Pastor’s Life

By Charles Stone on Jun 28, 2023

As I enter the sixth decade of my life and reflect over the brokenness I’ve faced as a pastor, I’m beginning to see its great value. It still hurts and I’d prefer not to face it. Yet, I’m experiencing the fruit of brokenness: inner peace, joy, and a purpose that supersedes ‘ministry success.’

Scripture: John 12:24

Tags: Healing, Rejection, brokenness, success in ministry

Preaching Is More Than Exhortation

By Bob Hostetler on May 11, 2023

Is your preaching style stuck in one mode? It's time to break out!

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 3:17-22

Tags: preaching, Preaching, identification, inspiration, application, exhortation  (view more)  (view less)

Will More Invitations Result In More Salvations?

By SermonCentral .com on Dec 28, 2021

For a long time I’ve wondered if there is a relationship between the number of salvations a church experiences, and the number of times it offers salvation invitations. We’ll never know for sure, but I’m conducting an experiment this year.

Tags: Outreach, challenge, preaching the gospel, gospel invitation, Gospel Challenge  (view more)  (view less)

4 Instances Not To Mention Hell In Your Preaching

By Dr. Larry Moyer on Mar 5, 2018

There are times when hell should never be mentioned in our preaching. In fact, when hell is mentioned during these times, it may dishonor Christ more than honor Him and do more disservice to the gospel than service.

Scripture: Mark 9:43-48

Tags: Hell, Lust, Wisdom, Satan, Preaching, pastor  (view more)  (view less)

What Randy Alcorn Learned From Martin Luther

By Randy Alcorn on Jun 15, 2025

This full-time writer and sometime preacher got a smile out of Martin Luther's perspective.

Tags: Preaching, martin luther, randy alcorn, preaching

4 Things Every Preacher Should Forget Each Sunday Morning

By Leslie Holmes on Aug 22, 2025

When it's time to stand and deliver, we need to leave some things behind.

Scripture: John 14:20-30, Galatians 6:1-10

Tags: Forget, Sins, blue, criticism, preaching, Preaching, mistakes, Criticism  (view more)  (view less)

Energizing Your Sermons With Multisensory Preaching

By Rick Blackwood on Jun 1, 2020

Rick Blackwood helps preachers communicate God's Word in a form that is engaging, crystal clear, unforgettable, and more fun for the speaker.

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Tags: Church, Communication, Preaching, pastor, wake up, Cohabitation, adult children, Communication General, God's dwelling place, Pastor, illustration, Clarity, time is at hand, Homiletics, Awake, Dress Properly  (view more)  (view less)

Do You Get Nervous Before You Preach?

By H.b. Charles, Jr. on Feb 18, 2022

Even skilled, prepared, and experienced preachers get nervous at preaching time. If they do not, they should.

Tags: Preaching, Anxiety, Pray, sermon prep, Sermon Prep, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Courageous Conversations - Part 2

By Lance Witt on Sep 4, 2023

Here is my track record. Hundreds of times I have talked myself out of having a courageous conversation. EVERY time I have finally had the courageous conversation, I walked away wishing I had done it sooner.

Scripture: James 1:5

Tags: conflict, Courageous, church conflict, speaking truth

Why You Should Share The Preaching Load

By Outreach Magazine on Apr 6, 2025

Busy teaching pastors need time away from the pulpit to study, pray, rest, and refocus on the goal.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2, 2 Timothy 2:15-25

Tags: Plan, Preaching, pulpit, preaching

The Perfect Length For A Sermon

By Thom Schultz on Nov 24, 2020

Why do preachers attempt to manufacture lectures that fill the identical time allotment week after week?

Tags: Preaching, length

Three Possibilities Preaching The Psalms

By Peter Mead on Jun 1, 2025

Instead of simply quoting a Psalm once in a while, when's the last time it was the featured text in your message?

Tags: Gift, Preaching, teach, preaching, Psalms  (view more)  (view less)

Build Your Sermon Like A House

By Greg Stier on Oct 15, 2024

Greg Stier learned to exegete a text at the same time he learned to swing a hammer. It paid off.

Scripture: Luke 14:22-33

Tags: Preaching, House, build, preaching

10 Must-Have Tips For Giving A Public Invitation

By Joe Mckeever on Jan 16, 2023

Every preacher needs these practical insights if he/she plans to offer a time of response after the sermons.

Tags: Preaching, Invitation, public, Speaking, preaching, speaking  (view more)  (view less)

Preacher's Block: 8 Sure-Fire Ways To Beat It

By Peter Mead on Aug 26, 2025

Time ticks by and Sunday's deadline keeps approaching. What should you do if you feel stuck?

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:25-35, Ezekiel 16:39-40, Ezekiel 16:49-50

Tags: writer's block, preaching, Read, Preaching, confess, writing  (view more)  (view less)