In Preaching Articles: "What Muslims Believe"

Jesus Prayed For Us: The Power Of The High Priestly Prayer

By David J. Lose on Sep 16, 2022

In John 17 Jesus prays for His disciples and for all future believers. This prayer reminds the church that we are loved, supported, and called to unity.

Scripture: John 17:6-26, John 14:26, Romans 8:34, Hebrews 7:25, Philippians 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Jesus, Preaching, Prayer, Partner, high priestly prayer, preaching, High Priestly Prayer  (view more)  (view less)

Why Preachers Must Work At Their Preaching

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Aug 2, 2021

Some believe that if a preacher is truly called, preparation and training are unnecessary. In reality, faithful preaching requires both divine calling and diligent effort.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 Timothy 4:13-16, Ecclesiastes 12:9-10, Isaiah 55:11, 1 Corinthians 15:10  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Teaching, Preaching, the word, pious, notion, preaching, teaching  (view more)  (view less)

The Power Of Concentration For Doing A Little More

By Brandon Cox on Sep 21, 2023

I believe that most of us can do more, need to do less, and that it’s possible to do more and less at the same time.

Tags: priorities, focus, energy, church leadership

Five Things God Never Said

By Dr. Larry Moyer on Jan 1, 2025

Common sayings about God and salvation often distort the gospel. Exposing five popular misconceptions helps believers regain clarity, confidence, and grace in evangelism.

Scripture: Revelation 3:20, John 20:31, Ezekiel 3:18-19, John 6:44, Matthew 10:32-33  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Evangelism, Witness, Outreach, Salvation, Gospel, Preaching, myth, Assurance of Salvation, Bible Influence, Salvation By Faith, evangelism, gospel, preaching, gospel clarity, Gospel Clarity, Misconceptions About God, Assurance Of Salvation  (view more)  (view less)

How To Preach Jesus Using The Psalms

By Jason Hood on Feb 12, 2025

The Psalms reveal Jesus as sufferer, king, shepherd, and conqueror, inviting believers to see both Christ and themselves in the prayers he fulfilled and continues to shape in us.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21

Tags: spiritual formation, Spiritual Formation

How To Plan A Preaching Calendar That Reaches And Grows

By Herbert Cooper on Oct 9, 2020

Strategic sermon planning helps churches reach new people and disciple believers. Here are ten practical principles for building a balanced, effective teaching calendar.

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:14-20, Acts 20:27, James 1:22, Ephesians 4:11-12, 2 Timothy 4:2  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Faith, Preaching, sight, walk, substance, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Why We Avoid Political Preaching

By Daniel Darling on Mar 20, 2024

During election seasons, pressure mounts for pastors to speak politically. Here’s why Bible-believing shepherds center the pulpit on Scripture, not party platforms.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, Acts 20:27, 1 Corinthians 2:2, Psalm 139:13-16, Micah 6:8  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Politics, Pastoral Ministry, preaching

The Dirty Truth About Honoraria

By John Stackhouse on Jul 16, 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)

Preaching That Cultivates Life Together

By Chris Surber on May 20, 2025

Faithful preaching does more than communicate truth. It helps form a community united in Christ, where believers learn to live, serve, and grow together.

Scripture: Acts 14:14-15, Matthew 28:19-20, Luke 4:18, Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 3:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Christian Fellowship

Why Great Sermons Also Include Listening

By Ryan Huguley on May 31, 2025

Preaching is not only about the preacher delivering the message but also about the congregation listening well. Scripture calls believers to receive the Word with prayer, humility, and expectation.

Scripture: Luke 16:17, James 1:21-22, Hebrews 4:12, Acts 17:11, 1 Thessalonians 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Listen, Great, BIBLICAL TEACHING, preaching, Biblical Teaching  (view more)  (view less)

Secrets To Sermons On Giving

By Bob Russell on Jan 8, 2025

Stewardship preaching doesn’t have to repel people. With timing, tone, and practical teaching, pastors can address money biblically and help believers grow in generosity.

Scripture: Mark 10:21

Tags: Faith, Money, Healing, Giving, Stewardship, Power, Preaching, miracles, Funeral, Generosity, Homosexuality, Tithes, election, Tithing, Labor, Giving General, Christian Giving, church leadership, preaching, Church Leadership  (view more)  (view less)

Should You Preach Without Notes?

By Rev. Tejado Hanchell on Aug 19, 2020

"I believe every preacher should have at least one sermon in his heart that he could preach with or without notes if called upon at a moment's notice."

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, 2 Timothy 2:15, Psalm 119:11, Colossians 3:16

Tags: Preaching, memorization, Pastoral Ministry, preaching

Most Pastors Reject Pulpit Political Endorsements

By Carol Pipes on Mar 18, 2024

A LifeWay Research survey shows nearly 90 percent of Protestant pastors believe candidates should not be endorsed from the pulpit, even during election season.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, Acts 20:27, 1 Corinthians 2:2, Romans 13:1, Colossians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Politics, election, candidate, Church And State, Church and State  (view more)  (view less)

There Is No 'us' Or 'them,' There Is Just 'us'

By Jeff K. Clarke on Dec 17, 2021

One of the primary reasons we struggle with differing views on any subject is that we believe acceptance equals agreement. That is, to accept a person or their argument is to agree with them.

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Tags: Love, Fear, conversation, anger, disagreement  (view more)  (view less)

Is There Anything Wrong With Calling God "She”?

By Aaron Armstrong on Jan 7, 2022

"It's just a pronoun, so what's the big deal?" Well, what does the scripture say?

Tags: Preaching, Attributes, Masculine, feminine, preaching  (view more)  (view less)