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What Kind Of Old Person Do You Want To Be?

By Lance Witt on Mar 4, 2024

What kind of old person do you want to be? It’s a question you never think about in your twenties, rarely in your thirties, and only occasionally in your forties. But at least in my case hitting the big five-zero caused me to ponder that question with great frequency.

Scripture: Leviticus 2:1

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What Is The Future Of Preaching?

By Dwayne Milioni on Mar 2, 2024

Preaching has always adapted to cultural and technological change. Today’s shifts in technology, church structure, and culture are reshaping how preaching will function in the coming decades.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Corinthians 1:23, 1 Corinthians 9:22, Acts 20:27, Hebrews 13:8  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Church, future, Preaching, American, Homiletics, preaching, church, Future  (view more)  (view less)

Overcoming Plagiarism In Preaching And Teaching

By Matt Perman on Mar 1, 2024

Pastors love to learn and share truth, but unclear attribution can lead to plagiarism. Faithful ministry requires honesty in acknowledging the sources of ideas and words.

Scripture: Exodus 20:15, Mark 10:19, Matthew 15:19, Romans 13:9, Ephesians 4:25  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Teaching, Preaching, Overcome, definition, Plagiarism, preaching, teaching  (view more)  (view less)

Why Preachers Need Humility When Saying "The Bible Says”

By Bruce D. Johnson on Feb 29, 2024

Biblical interpretation requires careful study and humility. Responsible interpreters recognize their limitations while striving to understand Scripture faithfully.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Peter 3:15-16, 1 Corinthians 13:12, James 3:1, Acts 17:11  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Humble, Preaching, hermeneutics, Interpret, Biblical Authority, preaching, Hermeneutics  (view more)  (view less)

4 Types Of Stress

By Full Strength on Feb 28, 2024

In this article we explore 4 common types of stress experienced by pastors and leaders.

Tags: Ministry, stress, Church, Leader, leadership, Stress, Anxiety, pastor, sermon, Pastor, Leadership, Sermon, ministry, church, leader, anxiety  (view more)  (view less)

Why Didn't The Disciples Ask Jesus How To Measure Success?

By SermonCentral .com on Feb 27, 2024

Imagine this scenario. Jesus is meeting with the disciples. He’s been training them for three years. He’s died, risen again and walked with them in resurrection power for almost 40 days. As the day of his ascension draws near, he gathers them together to reiterate The Great Commission.

Scripture: Luke 14:23, Luke 15:7

Tags: Disciples, success, Church Growth, Measure success

How To Modernize Your Church Communication With Digital Signage

By Optisigns - on Feb 26, 2024

Bring your communication strategy into new light with modern digital signage.

Tags: Announcements, announcements

A Preacher's Cheat-Sheet For Prayer And Final Sermon Prep

By Tony Evans on Feb 24, 2024

Tim Challies relies on prayer and prep—but he doesn't leave it to his memory. Faithful sermon preparation requires more than study. Prayer, clarity, structure, and pastoral sensitivity help shape sermons that feed, convict, and transform.

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-21, 2 Timothy 2:15, Ezra 7:10, Colossians 1:28-29, 2 Timothy 4:2  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, Prayer, sermon prep, cheat sheet, tim challies, Sermon Prep, preaching, Sermon prep  (view more)  (view less)

Groundbreaking Innovation Promotes Bible Reading And Study

By Keith Williams on Feb 23, 2024

New tech helps pastors and church leaders promote biblical literacy and reading the Bible regularly.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Tags: pastor, BIBLE STUDY, Bible Study, Tyndale, sermon prep, Pastor, Sermon Prep, filament, bible study, sermon writing, Sermon prep  (view more)  (view less)

Disciples Or Converts?

By SermonCentral .com on Feb 22, 2024

We should take notice of what Jesus did not say in the Great Commission. He did not say, “Go therefore and make converts of as many people as possible.”

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-18

Tags: Preaching, preaching

Francis Chan: 7 Questions To Ask Before You Preach

By Francis Chan on Feb 21, 2024

In a message at a Desiring God National Conference, Francis Chan highlighted seven questions that he asks himself in preparing to preach.

Scripture: James 5:10-20

Tags: Preaching, preparation, francis chan, teach with love, desiring god, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

How To Preach Via Social Media—a Practical Guide

By Rob O'lynn on Feb 20, 2024

All social media is relational, so how can you leverage relationships in order to find new avenues for your preaching?

Tags: Technology, Preaching, social media, online, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Tony Evans On Preaching, Men, And Staying Fresh

By Tony Evans on Feb 19, 2024

Tony Evans shares how he plans sermon series, approaches exegesis in quarterly retreats, addresses race and manhood from the pulpit, and preaches to transform, not just teach.

Scripture: Malachi 4:6, Ephesians 5:25-27, Acts 17:26-27, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Tags: Man, Preaching, Masculinity, manliness, Tony Evans, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Why Pop Culture Sermon Series Backfire

By Jonathan Malm on Feb 17, 2024

Theming sermons around popular TV shows or movies can confuse visitors, endorse questionable content, and dilute your church’s unique voice. Here’s a better approach.

Scripture: John 8:14-27, Romans 12:2, Colossians 4:5-6, 1 Corinthians 9:22-23, Ephesians 5:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Preaching, permission, Reference, sermon series, preaching, Sermon Series  (view more)  (view less)

The 5 Most Dangerous Assumptions In Preaching

By Dr. Larry Moyer on Feb 16, 2024

False assumptions in preaching hinder communication and weaken impact. Clear thinking, clarity, and humility protect the preacher and strengthen the message.

Scripture: John 15:5

Tags: Church, Communication, Humility, Preaching, pastor, care, assumptions, Communication General, Pastor, communication, preaching, church  (view more)  (view less)