In Preaching Articles: "Practical"

Practically Impractical

By Chris Surber on Apr 29, 2022

In all of our efforts to be relevant are we forgetting the mysterious beauty of God?

Tags: Kingdom, God's Kingdom, mystery of Christ, eternal perspective

Practice Your Sermon Delivery? Yes: 7 Elements Of Great Practice

By Charles Stone on Nov 21, 2019

Three factors have made the biggest positive difference for me: preparing my heart before the Lord, scheduling adequate study time to avoid feeling rushed and practicing preaching my sermon.

Scripture: Mark 15:27-40

Tags: prep routine, preaching, Study, Preaching, prepare, routine  (view more)  (view less)

What Godly Wisdom Actually Looks Like

By SermonCentral .com on Aug 10, 2021

James 3:17 defines true wisdom. It begins with purity and flows into peace, gentleness, and sincerity, shaping how believers live and relate to others.

Scripture: James 3:17-18, Matthew 5:9, Galatians 5:22-23, Philippians 2:15

Tags: Practical Theology

Practical Ideas For Servant Evangelism

By Steve Sjogren on Apr 7, 2023

Servant evangelism uses simple acts of kindness to nudge people toward God. These practical, low-cost ideas help churches connect with their communities with high grace.

Scripture: John 4:5-26, John 15:9-17

Tags: Evangelism, Church, Outreach, Servant, Evangelism How To, Evangelism The Lost, evangelism, church  (view more)  (view less)

How To Preach Practical Holiness

By SermonCentral .com on Apr 28, 2025

1 Thessalonians 4:1–8 teaches pastors how to preach holiness by grounding obedience in the knowledge of God, clear exhortation, and sober warning.

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Thessalonians 2:13, 1 Corinthians 7:2, Galatians 6:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Holiness, Practical, christian living, holiness, Christian Living  (view more)  (view less)

5 Practices Of A Peaceful Home

By SermonCentral .com on Dec 1, 2025

It's so much easier to share God's peace from the pulpit if you experience God's peace at home.

Scripture: Mark 10:17

Tags: Preaching, preaching

A Renewed Mind: The Practice Of Humble Thought

By Robert A. Fryling on Jan 3, 2025

A call to reject mind–spirit false dichotomies, embrace biblical thinking, and pursue a humble, renewed mind that deepens spiritual formation and love for God.

Scripture: Luke 10:27, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 14:15, 1 Peter 1:13, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 1 Peter 3:8  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Thought, Humility, Preaching, pastor, devotion, original sin, Mind, Christian Disciplines, Christian Leadership, Pastor, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Preaching A Wedding: The Practical Do's And Don'ts

By Jared Moore on Mar 23, 2025

Preaching weddings brings unique pressures and expectations. These clear do’s and don’ts help pastors keep Christ central, avoid distractions, and communicate the gospel well.

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-32, Proverbs 3:5-6, Colossians 3:17, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Matthew 19:4-6  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: preaching, love, Death, Love, Commitment, Preaching, forever, Weddings  (view more)  (view less)

Why Preachers Must Practice Congregational Exegesis

By Mike Miller on Jan 17, 2023

Faithful preaching requires more than biblical exegesis. Pastors must also understand their people. Congregational exegesis helps sermons connect truth to real lives.

Scripture: Acts 20:28, 1 Peter 5:2-3, 2 Timothy 4:2, Hebrews 13:17, Colossians 1:28  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Congregation, audience, Sermon Preparation, preaching, sermon preparation, Preaching, Listen  (view more)  (view less)

10 Practical Steps To Preaching Without Notes

By Dan Martella on Feb 10, 2023

Paperless preaching unlocks freedom, authenticity, and deeper congregational connection. These 10 proven steps make it achievable for preachers who never thought it was possible for them.

Scripture: Genesis 3:4, Nehemiah 8:8, 2 Timothy 2:15, Acts 2:14, 1 Corinthians 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Homiletics, cheat sheet, preaching, Preaching, Simple  (view more)  (view less)

Keep Learning To Lead: Five Practical Lessons

By Gavin Ortlund on Apr 28, 2022

Leadership is hard. I rank it up there with pain, parenting, and preaching as one of those things in life that we never fully master, but only hope to keep learning over a lifetime.

Scripture: John 13:15-16, John 16:12

Tags: Teamwork, Leadership General, servant leadership, Jesus' leadership

Crafting Strong Sermons Requires Polish

By Terry Linhart on Nov 8, 2024

Some sermon checkpoints to buff a nice luster on your work and to ensure you're responsible and faithful in the process.

Tags: Organize, revise, preaching, Preaching, practice  (view more)  (view less)

Why Preaching Doesn’t Always Need To Be Practical

By Chris Surber on Nov 3, 2024

The pressure to make every sermon immediately applicable may be quietly shrinking the pulpit. Some of the most important preaching slows people down to contemplate the glory of God.

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18, Job 42:5, Psalm 27:4, Romans 12:2, Habakkuk 2:14  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: trap, glorify god, corporate worship, preaching, Corporate Worship, Preaching, Practical  (view more)  (view less)

Ten Ways To Kill A Great Idea

By SermonCentral .com on May 28, 2021

From preaching topics to outreach programs, how many great ideas have fallen into these potholes?

Scripture: Proverbs 11:14, Ecclesiastes 11:4, Nehemiah 2:17-18, James 1:22, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Idea, Plan, Kill, Improve, Church Practices  (view more)  (view less)

To The Point: Ten Preaching Tips To Sharpen Your Skills

By Dr. Frank D. Macchia on Aug 11, 2021

Practical advice whether you're a novice or an experienced hand. Check this list.

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14

Tags: practical advice, Preaching, Balance, experience, skill  (view more)  (view less)