In Preaching Articles: "Sensitive"

10 Commandments Of Sermon Illustrations

By Yuri Doroshuk on Sep 9, 2025

Thou shall be interesting! Here's guidance.

Scripture: John 1:1-20

Tags: Sensitive, diverse, preaching, Preaching, creative  (view more)  (view less)

Do You Preach To Real People Or Straw Men?

By Chris Surber on Nov 8, 2024

Preaching in the abstract means missing real lives and real people. Here are four ways to connect to real people.

Tags: Sensitive, real people, straw men, preaching, Holy Spirit, Preaching  (view more)  (view less)

How Pastors Can Preach On Money Without Losing Their Congregation

By Joe Mckeever on Nov 30, 2020

Preaching on money can be difficult for pastors. Learn practical principles for teaching biblical stewardship with wisdom, integrity, and spiritual sensitivity.

Scripture: Matthew 6:21, Mark 12:41-44, 1 Corinthians 16:1, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Malachi 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Money, Budget, Preaching, finances, Learning, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

10 Must-Have Tips For Giving A Public Invitation

By Joe Mckeever on Jan 17, 2023

A sermon invitation calls listeners to respond to the gospel. Thoughtful preparation, clarity, and sensitivity help pastors lead this moment with integrity.

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, 2 Corinthians 5:20, Luke 19:46, Acts 2:38, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Speaking, grace, preaching, speaking, Grace, Preaching, Invitation, public  (view more)  (view less)

How To Handle The Gore Of Good Friday

By Peter Mead on Mar 26, 2026

Easter preaching raises a hard question for pastors: how graphic should the crucifixion be? This article explores wisdom, purpose, and pastoral sensitivity.

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-6, Matthew 27:27-50, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Galatians 3:13, Hebrews 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Good Friday, gospel proclamation, Gospel Proclamation

Advice For Preaching Funeral Sermons

By H.b. Charles, Jr. on Feb 24, 2021

Brief. Gospel-centered. Be sensitive to family. There are other important factors to consider when preaching funerals. But these three pieces of advice are a good place to start.

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-14

Tags: Preaching, Funeral, Christian Funeral

Willing To Be Misunderstood

By Sherman Haywood Cox on Oct 22, 2024

Willimon’s The Intrusive Word challenges preachers to prioritize gospel faithfulness over cultural relevance, confronting the seeker-sensitive assumption that comfort leads to transformation.

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-13, Jude 1:3, 2 Timothy 4:3, 1 Corinthians 1:23, Isaiah 55:11  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: preaching, Gospel, Preaching, Relevance, Confront, will willimon, gospel  (view more)  (view less)