In Preaching Articles: "Unwelcomed Guest"

How Guests Become Regular Attenders At Your Church

By Josh Reich on Mar 23, 2022

Have you had a guest come to your church who seemed excited but never came back?

Tags: Children, Communication, Visitors, Unwelcomed Guest, communication  (view more)  (view less)

The 4 Pillars Of Guest Preaching

By Pete Wilson on Jan 5, 2023

Guest speakers can bless churches or burden them. Here are practical ways to honor the pastor, respect the house, and communicate well without creating chaos.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:40, Hebrews 13:17, Philippians 2:3, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Colossians 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Communication, Teaching, leadership, Preaching, Leadership, communication, preaching, teaching  (view more)  (view less)

How To Be An Awesome Guest Preacher

By H.b. Charles, Jr. on Nov 17, 2020

Guest preaching is not self-promotion but stewardship. Faithfulness, humility, and respect determine whether you are welcomed again.

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17, 1 Peter 5:2-3, 2 Timothy 4:2, Colossians 4:6

Tags: guest, Preaching, Courtesy, participate, Expectation, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Embrace The 5 Types Of Church Visitor

By Ron Edmondson on Aug 6, 2020

Not all church visitors come for the same reasons. Understanding why people visit can help churches respond wisely and increase the likelihood they return.

Scripture: Romans 15:7, Hebrews 13:2, 1 Corinthians 9:22, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 2:41-47  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: guest, Hospitality, Pastoral Ministry

Do You Know The 4 Pillars Of Guest Preaching?

By Pete Wilson on Feb 6, 2023

Pete Wilson has keen insights not only for speakers but for listeners as well.

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Tags: controversy, Preaching, Respect, guest preaching, methodology, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Guest-Preaching Has Risks: For The Church That Invited You

By H.b. Charles, Jr. on Feb 16, 2026

The cardinal rule: As a guest preacher, don’t make a mess for the pastor to clean up when you leave.

Tags: Preaching, preaching

10 Tips For Guest Speaking Every Pastor Should Know

By Brandon Hilgemann on Jan 2, 2026

11 tips to help make you a better guest preacher—one they will actually want to invite back.

Scripture: Matthew 17:24-27

Tags: guest, Preaching, invite, Tip, Feedback, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Why Strategic Guest Speakers Can Spark Evangelism And Church Growth

By SermonCentral .com on Jan 8, 2023

High-profile guests can motivate invitations, attract visitors, reengage lapsed members, and strengthen systems when used wisely and sparingly.

Scripture: John 4:29, Luke 14:23, 1 Corinthians 9:22, Acts 13:44, Matthew 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Evangelism, Preaching, Christianity, Church Growth, Guest speaker, evangelism, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

What You Absolutely Need To Let Your Guest Preacher Know

By Rev. Stuart Strachan Jr. on Sep 17, 2024

What are the most important things you need to let your guest preacher know before you head out of town?

Tags: Ministry, Preaching, practical advice, guest preaching, ministry, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

5 Must-Know Facts About First-Time Visitors

By Rick Ezell on Nov 2, 2021

Most guests decide whether they’ll return within minutes. Churches that prioritize hospitality, friendliness, and clear navigation create the best chance for impact.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4-6, Luke 15:20-24

Tags: Grace, guest, Celebrate, Hospitality, Visitors, grace  (view more)  (view less)

Why Doesn't Every Congregation Respond The Same Way?

By Peter Mead on Jun 26, 2025

Peter Mead reveals eight powerful insights into how to gauge a congregation's responsiveness.

Tags: guest, Unique, Preaching, Congregational, church culture, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

No Pressure: Great Preaching Must Connect Worlds Separated By Time And Space

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Sep 17, 2021

Helping people understand the Scripture in its native Bible world is not enough. We must help people to experience it.

Scripture: Genesis 15:8-21

Tags: Bible, Preaching, guest preaching, lecture, bible story  (view more)  (view less)

Thinking Bigger: How One Outreach Weekend Reshaped A Church’s Vision

By Hal Seed on Mar 4, 2025

A reformed mob boss drew 1,000 guests, 50 salvations, and momentum that reshaped outreach, volunteers, systems, and future vision for church-wide evangelism.

Tags: Church, Preaching, program, Church Growth, Invitation, Visitors, Market, Ministry Leadership, preaching, church, Guest Speakers  (view more)  (view less)

16 Tips For Better Easter Impact

By SermonCentral .com on Mar 31, 2021

Easter is the most strategic opportunity for churches to reach new people. These practical outreach ideas can help churches prepare well and welcome guests.

Scripture: Luke 19:10, Matthew 28:19, John 3:16, Acts 2:41, Romans 10:14  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Easter, Outreach, Church Growth, Palm Sunday, Impact  (view more)  (view less)

The Dirty Truth About Honoraria

By John Stackhouse on Jul 15, 2021

Many churches unintentionally undervalue guest speakers by offering token honoraria. Scripture calls believers to honor those who labor in the Word with tangible support.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:14, 1 Timothy 5:17-18, Galatians 6:6, Luke 10:7, Numbers 18:21  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Speak, Preaching, teach, speaker, honoraria, preaching, Speaker  (view more)  (view less)