In Preaching Articles: "Timeless Message"

How To Preach Like The Weeping Prophet

By Chris Surber on May 21, 2025

Jeremiah’s power was not merely in his message of judgment, but in his brokenhearted love for the people he addressed. Preaching that moves souls flows from love, not performance.

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:18, Jeremiah 15:20, Jeremiah 9:1, Jeremiah 15:17, 1 Corinthians 9:22  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Weeping, preaching, Prophet, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Why Every Sermon Needs A Strong Title

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Dec 11, 2021

Some preachers question whether sermon titles are necessary, but a well-chosen title can clarify, guide, and reinforce the main point of a message for both preacher and listener.

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:8, Ecclesiastes 12:9-10, 2 Timothy 4:2, Colossians 4:6

Tags: Choose, title, Pastoral Ministry

4 Dangerous Preaching Myths

By Brian Orme on Nov 15, 2025

What you think about your preaching while preparing your message might be just as important as the words you say when you deliver it.

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Tear Your Sermon In Half

By John Mcclure on Jun 26, 2020

Many sermons lose momentum before they ever begin. These common sermon “wind-ups” drain energy, bury the message, and delay clarity, often by several unnecessary minutes.

Scripture: Acts 13:1-17, Acts 12:1-14, Nehemiah 8:8, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: preaching, expository preaching, Preaching, Expository Preaching

Niceness Is Not The Gospel

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 1, 2024

Faithful Christians pursue kindness and humility, yet the gospel itself will offend some people. Disciples must be willing to face rejection rather than dilute the message of Christ.

Scripture: Mark 13:13, John 15:18, 2 Timothy 3:12, Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 15:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: evangelism, gospel, preaching, Evangelism, Persecution, Gospel, Preaching, hate  (view more)  (view less)

Why Sermon Transitions Matter More Than You Think

By Peter Mead on Dec 2, 2020

Strong sermons require more than good content. Clear transitions help listeners follow the message, maintain momentum, and understand how each point fits together.

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24, Galatians 5:1, Nehemiah 8:8, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Timothy 4:13  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Communication, Preaching, transition, effective, conclusion, communication, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

11 Kinds Of Preacher | Which One Are You?

By Peter Mead on May 24, 2021

Effective preaching requires understanding not only Scripture and culture but also the preacher’s own personality. The inner world of the preacher inevitably influences how the message is prepared and delivered.

Tags: Preaching, Preacher, Personality, type, preaching, preacher  (view more)  (view less)

New Poll: What's The Average Length Of Sermon Prep?

By SermonCentral .com on Jun 16, 2021

Sermon preparation is one of the most time-consuming and least visible parts of pastoral ministry. Many church members underestimate the hours required to faithfully prepare a single message.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Timothy 4:13-16, Acts 6:4, Hebrews 13:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Prayer, preparation, average, Prep, Time  (view more)  (view less)

Does Your Sermon Outline Serve You Or Do You Serve It?

By Joe Hoagland on Jan 20, 2026

Think you don’t need a sermon outline? Discover why using one can sharpen your message, increase clarity, and enhance your connection with the congregation.

Tags: Sermon Outline, Preaching Structure, sermon prep, Sermon outline, Sermon Prep, preaching, Sermon prep, Preaching Tips, Preaching, preaching tips  (view more)  (view less)

Preaching To The Unchurched: 5 Essentials

By Rick Warren on May 4, 2024

In terms of seeing radical life changes in individuals, nothing can take the place of Spirit-anointed preaching. The message is still the most important element of a worship service for the unchurched.

Tags: Evangelism, Outreach, Preaching, pastoral leadership, evangelism, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

4 Preaching Myths That Undermine Sermon Preparation

By Brian Orme on Jan 27, 2024

Wrong assumptions about sermon preparation can quietly shape a preacher’s mindset. Recognizing common myths helps pastors prepare messages with greater clarity, freedom, and faithfulness.

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:12, 1 Corinthians 3:6-7, Proverbs 15:22, 1 Corinthians 2:2, 2 Timothy 2:15  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Church Leadership, Hurt, Preaching, myth, hinder, church leadership, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

We Can - And Should! - Preach Like The Apostles

By Dayton Hartman on Jun 21, 2021

As culture becomes increasingly skeptical of Scripture, preaching must not only proclaim the gospel but also defend its truth. Apologetic elements help listeners understand and trust the message of the Bible.

Scripture: Acts 2:22-24, Acts 17:22-31, 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Acts 18:28, Jude 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, apostle, Millenial, Biblical Authority, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Keep The Momentum In Your Preaching

By Peter Mead on Feb 24, 2025

Does your sermon keep building momentum as you progress or does it stall out in the middle or end? Peter Mead offers encouragement for preachers to avoid the common pitfalls to message momentum.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:13

Tags: Communication, Preaching, momentum, Communication Speech, communication, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Preaching: Teaching People The Way They Actually Learn

By Wayne Cordeiro on Mar 15, 2025

Effective teaching isn’t just knowing your message; it’s knowing how people learn. Adjusting to generational learning styles strengthens how truth is received and lived out.

Tags: Discipleship

Do This And Improve Your Preaching This Sunday

By Peter Walters on Sep 8, 2022

We have a new family in our church with no church background at all. When I prepare to preach I think of them and go the extra mile to make my message as understandable and relatable as possible.

Tags: Communication, Preaching, audience, Teaching God's Word, Pastoral Ministry, effective preaching, Sermon Help, Sermon Delivery, communication, preaching  (view more)  (view less)