In Preaching Articles: "Respect Him"

Can I Get A Little Respect?

By Lance Witt on Jul 6, 2023

Respect is a big deal to me. I am so blessed to have a wife who has always affirmed her respect for me. I can’t begin to tell you how life-giving that has been. Through the years as a pastor, the most consistent message I have given to wives is this…”Your husband can do without a lot of things, but the ONE thing he cannot do without is RESPECT.” It’s not just true in marriage, it is also true in leadership.

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Randy Alcorn: The Hope Of Easter Is That We Will Be Like Him

By SermonCentral .com on Apr 3, 2021

Easter invites us to slow down and truly contemplate the cross and empty tomb. Christ’s resurrection body is our promise, our pattern, and our destination.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18, Luke 24:38-39, John 20:26-27, 1 Thessalonians 4:14, Revelation 21:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Jesus, Easter, Preaching, Cross, Promise, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

God Seeks People To Worship Him In Spirit And Truth

By SermonCentral .com on Jul 20, 2022

"But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” (John 4:23-24)

Scripture: John 3:6, John 3:20, 1 Thessalonians 2:13, John 4:4-6, Proverbs 13:14, John 7:37-39, John 4:14, John 14:26, Matthew 15:8, 1 Thessalonians 1:5  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Gospel of John, Dead in sin, Jesus Teachings, Spirit and Truth, Spiritually Dead, Woman at the well  (view more)  (view less)

Ron Edmondson: 7 Ways A Pastor Gets–and Keeps–respect

By Ron Edmondson on Jan 31, 2026

Ron Edmondson: "Many times it’s the seemingly small things which cause the most damage to a leader’s reputation and damages respect."

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-33

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12 Things Tedx Speakers Do That Preachers Don't

By Nicholas Mcdonald on Aug 31, 2021

TEDx talks consistently captivate audiences for reasons preachers can learn from. These 12 principles challenge communicators to be clearer, bolder, and more listener-focused from the pulpit.

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1, Nehemiah 8:8, 1 Corinthians 14:9, Colossians 4:6, Acts 2:14  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Communication, Preaching, Respect, structure, speaker, communication, preaching, Speaker  (view more)  (view less)

Five Reasons We Preach

By David Padfield on Apr 8, 2026

Preaching is not empty performance. It explains Scripture, exposes error, lifts up Christ, and calls people to understand the church and the gospel rightly.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Nehemiah 8:7-8, Acts 2:37, Acts 8:34-35, 1 Corinthians 2:2  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Gospel, Preaching, Purpose, Respect, Sermon on the Mount, gospel, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

What Guest Speakers Need To Know

By Pete Wilson on Feb 7, 2023

Guest speaking is an honor that comes with real responsibilities. Four practical guidelines for visiting preachers, plus an honest confession about what guest speakers rarely admit out loud.

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19, Romans 12:10, 1 Peter 4:10, Colossians 3:23

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

How To Attract And Keep Amazing Volunteers You Can’t Afford To Pay

By Carey Nieuwhof on Jul 12, 2024

If you want to attract and keep great people, value them.

Tags: Trust, Respect, Volunteer, Volunteerism, Leadership Listening, pastoral leadership, Good leaders, church leadership  (view more)  (view less)

How To Be An Awesome Guest Preacher

By H.b. Charles, Jr. on Nov 18, 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)

Three Things Every Pastor's Son Needs To Hear From His Father

By Johnny Levy on Oct 16, 2020

Pastor-dad, you're son's heart is longing to hear three things from you that will ground him, empower him, and make him soar.

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, John 10:15

Tags: shepherding, Shepherding

7 Ways To Correct A Team Member In A Healthy Way

By Ron Edmondson on Nov 2, 2022

"All of us make mistakes and occasionally need someone to help us become better at what we do. This should always be the end goal of correction."

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11

Tags: leadership, relationships, Restoration, Respect, Biblical truth, Godly Leaders, pastoral leadership, church leadership, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)

The 4 Pillars Of Guest Preaching

By Pete Wilson on Jan 6, 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)

Everyone's Least Favorite Preacher- The Cocky Kind

By Joe Mckeever on Jul 19, 2023

You’re sitting in his church listening to him preach. He’s not five minutes into the message before you realize Mr. Hotshot is appearing before you in the flesh. His words and mannerisms give him away.

Scripture: Isaiah 57:15, Micah 6:8, 1 Peter 5:7, 1 Peter 5:3, Isaiah 6:5, Matthew 18:3, 1 Peter 5:6  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Humility, Pride, Preacher, self importance, preacher  (view more)  (view less)

How Does John Piper Do Sermon Prep? (Surprise! He Starts On Fridays)

By SermonCentral .com on Apr 3, 2026

John Piper shares what works for him--but cautions that it may not work for you.

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Tags: Preaching, prepare, Time, john piper, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Some Things I Have Learned About Leadership–and Have The Scars To Prove

By Joe Mckeever on Aug 18, 2022

To serve people “for Jesus’ sake” means we ask Him how to serve them.

Scripture: Matthew 25:21-23, Romans 13:7, Luke 12:48, 2 Corinthians 4:5, Luke 22:27, Mark 10:43-44  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: leadership, serve others, pastoral leadership, selfish ambition, servant leadership, Humility and Pride, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)