In Preaching Articles: "Commandments" showing 1-13 of 13

The 10 Commandments Of Preaching

By Tyler Scarlett on Apr 10, 2018

Everyone makes mistakes, but for all the mistakes preachers can (and do) make, here are 10 that we should do our best to avoid at all costs.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:21, 2 Timothy 4:1-5, 1 Timothy 3:15

Tags: Commandments, Preaching

Write Them In Stone: The 10 Commandments Of Preaching

By Tyler Scarlett on Jul 9, 2021

There's no Mt. Sinai for preachers, but maybe there should be. This list is a good start.

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-23:33

Tags: Preaching, Doctrine, Mount Sinai, Context, Commentary, Ten Commandments  (view more)  (view less)

Preaching To The Point: Ten Commandments Of Brevity

By Pete Wilson on Jul 12, 2021

Pete Wilson is grateful for the day when someone finally put a clock on his preaching.

Tags: Commandments, Preaching, Brevity, storytelling, Time, preaching tips  (view more)  (view less)

Thanksgiving Can't Be Commanded—but It Can Be Preached

By David J. Lose on Jul 8, 2022

Here's the problem: Thanksgiving--that is, the genuine expression of gratitude--can't be forced.

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-10

Tags: Thanksgiving, Command, Preaching, gratitude, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Preaching The Grace Of The Law

By Andy Stanley on Mar 9, 2018

The Bible has its share of thou-shalts and thou-shalt-nots. But at the same time, the Bible talks an awful lot about grace. So which is it? Or if it’s both, how do they fit together?

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-21

Tags: Grace, Moses, Law, Commandments, Salvation, Preaching, Commandments General  (view more)  (view less)

10 Commandments Of Sermon Illustrations

By Yuri Doroshuk on Mar 15, 2019

Thou shall be interesting! Here's guidance.

Scripture: John 1:1-20

Tags: Preaching, creative, Sensitive, diverse

The Battle Against Burnout

By Peter Walters on Feb 9, 2022

I think we don’t take seriously enough the fact that taking care of our bodies is a spiritual issue.

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-6, Mark 6:31, Leviticus 25:4, Exodus 20:8, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Proverbs 23:2, 1 Corinthians 6:12  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Body Temple, Rest, Commandments Sabbath, Pastoral Character

14 Commandments Of Video Preaching

By Jim Tomberlin on Sep 22, 2020

Remember as you prepare your messages to be mindful that you’re teaching a multisite flock that encompasses more than those in the room with you.

Tags: Preaching

A Pastor's Dilemma: What To Do When You Can't See The Vision For Your Church

By Karl Vaters on May 13, 2022

Not every pastor is called to cast a grand, singular vision for their congregation.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Tags: vision, pastoral leadership, Great Commandment, Vision Casting

Mark Driscoll: Develop And Deliver A Powerful Sermon Series

By Mark Driscoll on Aug 24, 2013

The Bible commands us to "preach the word," but it does not give us a singular method for doing so. Here's how Mark Driscoll goes about it.

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Tags: advice, mark driscoll, sermon series

Your Preaching Can Help Your Congregation Embrace (Biblical) Change

By Sermoncentral on Dec 15, 2018

The Scriptures command us to do more than repeat what's already been done, and to look for God to do what He's never done before.

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-18

Tags: Trust, Preaching, embrace, biblical change

Is Your Church A Cruise Ship Or Aircraft Carrier? 10 Ways To Find Out

By Mary Schaller on Sep 26, 2012

An "aircraft carrier church" has a clear mission that stems from the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-20, Genesis 3:1-6

Tags: Church, Outreach, Missions, Church Growth

7 Things Forgiveness Is Not

By Ron Edmondson on Jun 10, 2022

Understanding forgiveness doesn’t make it easier to forgive, but it does make it more meaningful. I believe understanding the process could make us more likely to offer the forgiveness we are commanded to give.

Tags: Grace, Forgiveness, relationships, Loving Others, Being merciful , grace  (view more)  (view less)