In Preaching Articles: "Three Crosses"

The Chase Scene Of The Cross

By SermonCentral .com on Feb 15, 2024

Great preaching follows a line to its climax. Hal Seed points to the glory of the cross and resurrection as the climax of God's story with humanity.

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

Why The Cross Is Not Enough

By Ray Hollenbach on Jul 24, 2021

Christian faith cannot stop at the cross alone. The full pattern of Christ’s work includes incarnation, sacrifice, and resurrection power.

Scripture: John 1:14, John 10:18, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Philippians 2:5-8, Romans 6:4  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Jesus, Preaching, Cross, Enough, Powerful, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

When Creativity Crosses The Line To Become Offensive

By Calvin Miller on Apr 14, 2025

Creative preaching can clarify truth or quietly undermine it. This article reflects on when creativity serves worship and when it crosses into embarrassment.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-40, Colossians 3:16, Romans 14:19

Tags: Church, Communication, Preaching, Confidence, Creativity, communication, preaching, church  (view more)  (view less)

Three Passages That Define Discipleship

By Ray Hollenbach on Jul 17, 2025

Discipleship is not a cafeteria option added onto the gospel. These three foundational passages reveal it as the mission, the destination, and the daily rhythm of life with Jesus.

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 8:29, Matthew 11:28-30, John 15:8

Tags: Jesus, Gospel, Growth, Discipleship, Disciples, gospel  (view more)  (view less)

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)

Three Key Components Of A Solid Sermon

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 13, 2020

Every faithful sermon must include three essential components: God, the preacher, and the audience. Remove one, and preaching loses its power and purpose.

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-15, 2 Corinthians 4:5, 1 Timothy 4:16, Ezra 7:10, Matthew 28:20  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Biblical Leadership, preaching

Three Pillars Of A Healthy, Dynamic Ministry

By SermonCentral .com on Feb 10, 2023

Building a thriving church requires more than good theology or smart strategy alone. The three pillars of a dynamic ministry are strong ecclesiology, wise strategy, and the power of God.

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 2:42, Ephesians 4:11-12, Zechariah 4:6, Matthew 16:18  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Ministry, strategy, strength, Power of God, Pillar, ministry, Strategy  (view more)  (view less)

Three Ways To Recover Passion In Preaching

By Ken Davis on Nov 6, 2024

When preaching feels flat, the problem is rarely just technique. Passion returns when study becomes encounter, the Spirit is trusted, and the sermon is about God and people, not performance.

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-19, Isaiah 55:11, Philippians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 4:5, Colossians 1:28  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, preparation, passion, Process, restore, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Make Your Sermon Unforgettable—three Keys

By Tim Coressel on May 12, 2026

From the moment you "close in prayer," that message you labored over for hours will begin to fade in the minds of your audience.

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-9

Tags: Preaching, passion, Real, unforgettable sermon, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

The Three Most Common Sentences Of Dying Churches

By SermonCentral .com on Jan 31, 2022

If churches could speak, what would their words be on their deathbeds?

Tags: God's Power, pastoral care, stagnant, Dying Church

Three Types Of Bad Preaching (And Their Remedies)

By Chris Pascarella on Jun 9, 2022

What if there was a way to identify bad preaching? Having grown up in church, I have probably listened to over 1,000 sermons in my lifetime. In all my time listening to (and now delivering) sermons, I have heard three types of bad preaching:

Scripture: Luke 12:22

Tags: preaching tips, Preaching Help, Pastoral Ministry, effective preaching

Restore Passion To Your Preaching: Three Essential Steps

By Ken Davis on Aug 28, 2024

Many pastors quietly lose passion in the pulpit, preaching out of duty rather than delight. This article explores why that happens and how renewed preparation, dependence on the Spirit, and gospel-centered humility restore joy and power.

Scripture: John 12:20-30, Isaiah 55:11, Philippians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 4:5, John 15:5  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Holy Spirit

Make Your Sermons Sticky With Just Three Words

By SermonCentral .com on Oct 8, 2021

Could it possibly be just this simple? Karl Vaters offers a startling suggestion.

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28, Exodus 3:1-15

Tags: Message, Preaching, How to pray, sticky, karl vaters, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Three Insightful Questions To Ponder The Impact Of Your Preaching

By Peter Mead on May 23, 2026

Do the actual effects of our preaching match our intended effects?

Tags: Preaching, goals, Impact, tone, effects, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Three Preaching Mistakes People Won’t Tell You

By Dr. R. Larry Moyer on Aug 10, 2021

Many listeners won’t voice their frustrations, but they feel them. Address three common preaching mistakes that quietly undermine clarity, connection, and impact.

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:2, 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 Corinthians 2:4, Colossians 4:6, Nehemiah 8:8  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: church leadership, Church Leadership