In Preaching Articles: "Mind" showing 1-15 of 22

A Renewed Mind: The Practice Of Humble Thought

By Robert A. Fryling on Feb 15, 2018

Robert Fryling explores the human mind as a vital partner to the body and spirit in spiritual growth and renewal.

Scripture: Luke 10:27, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 14:15, 1 Peter 1:13, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 1 Peter 3:8  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Thought, Humility, Preaching, pastor, devotion, original sin, Mind, Christian Disciplines  (view more)  (view less)

If Jesus Gave A Ted Talk Principle 1—begin With The End In Mind (Clarity)

By Charles Stone on Oct 13, 2021

Begin with the End in Mind is the first installment of an 8 part series on how neuroscience can improve your preaching.

Scripture: Luke 6:40

Tags: Preaching, pastor, sermon prep, sermon, Pastor, Sermon Prep, Sermon, sermon writing, neuroscience, preaching  (view more)  (view less)

5 Scientifically Proven Skills That Make You A Better Leader

By Charles Stone on Mar 10, 2022

Mindfulness is a spiritual discipline akin to biblical meditation. It’s setting aside daily time to be still before God, to be in His presence in the present moment.

Tags: stress, leadership, Stress, Meditation, sound mind, Spiritual Discipline, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)

R.c. Sproul On Potent Preaching

By Sermoncentral on Jun 19, 2020

Potent preaching is not marked by the application of brilliant minds, nor is it the fruit of brilliant techniques.

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Who Are You Preaching To?

By Peter Mead on Oct 1, 2020

Three key factors to keep in mind about the people who listen to what we say.

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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.

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The Most Difficult Person You Will Ever Lead

By Lance Witt on Sep 26, 2019

Who is the most difficult person you have ever had to lead? Did somebody’s face and name just pop into your mind?

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Joe Mckeever Asks: What's The Point Of A Worship Service?

By Joe Mckeever on Dec 6, 2018

The carnal mind will never understand the things of God. But do we?

Scripture: Genesis 1:2-2:2

Tags: Service, Worship, understanding, joe mckeever, point  (view more)  (view less)

Six Essential Skills For Transformational Pastors

By Tod Bolsinger on Jun 9, 2021

There's a gap between our aspired values and our actions. Effective pastors/preachers help us "mind the gap."

Scripture: James 1:23-2:21

Tags: transform, Growth, leadership, Preaching, work, Leadership  (view more)  (view less)

Lay Aside The Weight Of Passivity

By Sermoncentral on May 20, 2022

Our mind-sets make a huge difference in how we perceive our circumstances.

Scripture: Philippians 3:19, Romans 8:5, 2 Timothy 2:3-7, 1 Peter 1:13, Colossians 3:2, 1 Corinthians 9:25, Hebrews 12:1, Hebrews 12:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: endurance, action, expectations, passivity

Make Your Sermon Unforgettable—three Keys

By Tim Coressel on Oct 8, 2019

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

A Road To Somewhere

By Don Ballard on Apr 30, 2018

How can pastors apply Stephen Covey's principle, 'Begin With the End in Mind', to the area of preaching and teaching the Bible?

Scripture: Romans 10:14-15

Tags: Teaching, Preaching, Purpose, goals, Preaching Help, Pastoral Ministry, sermon prep  (view more)  (view less)

10 Ways Preachers Fatigue Their Regular Listeners

By Peter Mead on Jan 29, 2020

They're in front of us every week. Maybe we can craft our preaching with sensitivity to the listeners in mind.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11, John 15:1-8, Isaiah 55:1-5

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Isn’t Hell An Overreaction To Sin?

By Sermoncentral on Oct 28, 2022

"Ask yourself, do you deserve the wrath of God forever? If your mind right now is saying, “I don’t think so. I think that hell would be an overreaction to what I’ve done and the kind of person that I am.” If that’s the way your mind is working right now, let me just have you consider four things."

Scripture: Ephesians 3:10, James 2:10

Tags: God's Wrath, Theology, Biblical truth, God's justice, sin against God, Sound Doctrine, consequences of sin, Theology of Sin  (view more)  (view less)

Why Good Sermons Can Be Boring

By Joe Mckeever on Jun 13, 2019

You brought a sermon you knew beyond a doubt was from the Lord and inspired of God.Halfway through, you could sense the congregation’s minds wandering. How could this happen?

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