Sermons on The Art Of Preaching:

So, You Want To Teach Or Preach The Word Of God

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 14, 2024

Do you have what is needed to preach or teach the word of God? If not, then you need to become well educated.

So, you want to teach or preach the word of God James 3:1 – 12 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz [Warning about teaching] 3:1 Let not many of you become teachers, my brethren, knowing that as such we will incur a stricter judgment. 2 For we all stumble in many ways. If anyone does not stumble in ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Is That Really What I'm Supposed To Preach?

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 24, 2023

This Sunday we look at Isaiah 40, and the incredibly uncomfortable message of "Comfort" the preacher is given to preach.

Good Morning. Our lesson from Isaiah is painful to me in the sense that it reminds me I am getting old. I’m gonna tell you a secret this morning that no one knows but you listening. I used to fear preaching from Isaiah. I remember complaining to Bishop David. Now I enjoy it. Mostly, I prefer ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1, Isaiah 40:6-8

Denomination: Anglican

28 - Paul’s Preaching, Plan And Plea For Prayer Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 13, 2021

This is the 28th of 30 Studies on the Book of Romans.

Romans 15:14-16 14 Now I myself am confident concerning you, my brethren, that you also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another. 15 Nevertheless, brethren, I have written more boldly to you on some points, as reminding you, because of the grace given to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-33, Romans 12:1, Isaiah 52:15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Life You Live For The Lord Is The Sermon You Preach. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

As believers, we are called to be witnesses for Christ, sharing the Gospel with a world in need.

As believers, we are called to be witnesses for Christ, sharing the Gospel with a world in need. But did you know that the life you live for the Lord is the most powerful sermon you can preach? Let’s us explore what the Bible says about living a life that honors God and inspires others to follow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12, 1 Thessalonians 1:6-8, Matthew 5:13-16

The Art Of War (The Battle Begins Once You Accepted Christ)

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 22, 2010

How to win the battle against sin and flesh

THE ART OF WAR (The battle begins once you accepted Christ) Exo 17:8 The Amalekites came and attacked the Israelites at Rephidim. Exo 17:9 Moses said to Joshua, Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on top of the hill with the staff of God in my ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Live In-Between #10 Descending Into Greatness The Art Of Servanthood Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Apr 19, 2017

To be God's servants we must understand how become what He desires. The way God wants is not the way the world expects.

I Will Live In-Between #10 Descending Into Greatness: The Art of Servanthood (John 13:1-17) ~ Intro: 2 of the most popular TV shows have had similar things in common. The first is Extreme Home Makeover & the other from this season is Undercover Boss. Both of these show the value to helping or ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

"how Great Thou Art" - Homily For Funeral Of A Believer

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 11, 2024

This is a funeral for an elderly woman who passed into God's presence. Her family were not, generally, followers of Jesus.

"How Great Thou Art" - Homily for funeral of a Believer - John 3:13-17 Laurie found room in her life for faith and like for every person, faith is a journey. Spirituality is a journey. There are things in our lives that happen that focus and refine our faith so that it is strengthened. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:13-17, Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

More Than A Prayer (2) - "who Art In Heaven"

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 31, 2021

The Lord's prayer is much more than a prayer. It reveals who God is from the mouth of one who knows him intimately - Jesus.

TEXT: Matthew 6:9 "After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name." IS GOD YOUR FATHER? In this mini series, we are looking more closely at "The Lords Prayer.' We started by saying, it is much more than just a prayer. It gives details ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9, Psalm 115:3, Isaiah 66:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Practice Hospitality

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 27, 2002

Hospitality may be a lost art, but it is a command of God that comes with many benefits.

1 Peter 4:7-11 Hospitality Luke 7:36-50 What Jesus accuses the Pharisees of is not bad Theology, or unbelief, but lack of hospitality. Hospitality is a mark of people who serve God down through the ages. 1 Peter 4:7-11 7The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11, Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: *other

What Are You Looking For?

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Feb 9, 2010

Architecture, music and art are not worship, but they may lift us to engage in worship.

What Are You Looking For? Isaiah 6:1-7 (8-13) 1 Cor. 15:1-11 Luke 5:1-11 Psalm 138 John 4:21-24 There are many kinds of churches. There simply have to be. God uses a wide variety of vehicles to carry us into His Kingdom, and if those vehicles are from God, then they are equally ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bridge Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Apr 8, 2014

To have a contented and enjoyable live, we must learn the art of forgiveness.

The Bridge of Forgiveness Matthew 6:14/15 To have a contented and enjoyable Christian experience one must learn to forgive. Most of us at one time or another have wounded someone with words or have been wounded. And most of the time the hurt has comes from someone who is dear to us. To often ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: *other

Capturing God Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013

Dominant Thought: God is beyond being captured in a work of art or mental image

If you’re from a Catholic or Lutheran background this morning, you may have been wondering why I’m going to preach about commandment #1 twice and about #9 and 10 together. That’s because those 2 particular religious systems split the Top 10 up differently, making the “no ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lets Start A Fire

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 7, 2010

Prayer starts a fire of revival in our hearts.

LET,S START A FIRE 1st Kings 18:37 Hear me, O LORD, hear me, that this people may know that thou art the LORD God, and that thou hast turned their heart back again. 38 Then the fire of the LORD fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

Great Sermon, Pastor!

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 5, 2001

God describes the two key elements that comprise a great sermon in His eyes

If you received yesterday’s State newspaper than you saw the striking headline, “Lou: Locker room or boardroom, Holtz can fire ‘em up.” I suppose that headline is no surprise considering that we live in the hometown of the University of South Carolina and yesterday was the dawn of the 2001 ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23-29, 2 Timothy 4:2-5

Denomination: Lutheran

The Prophet And The People

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 18, 2010

God calls his people to return and reward through prophetic preaching.

Scripture Introduction Throughout the story of redemption, one of the key characters is the prophet—one who tells God’s people who God is, and what he expects from them. That reminds me: did you know that Atheism is a non-prophet religion? I have one more: who was the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed