In Preaching Articles: "Sin General" showing 1-15 of 106

9 Points For Preaching On The Problem Of Evil

By Norman Geisler on Mar 20, 2018

The topic of evil offers many onramps to preaching powerful sermons and proclaiming the gospel. Dr. Norman Geisler offers insight for preaching and pastoral conversations.

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, 1 Timothy 3:6, Colossians 4:6

Tags: Apologetics, Evil, Satan, suffering, tragedy, problem of evil, Apologetics God, Sin General, Trials and Difficulties  (view more)  (view less)

Will The Real Jesus Stand Up? Part 1

By Lance Witt on Sep 11, 2017

"It may be that the great sin of the church in our generation is the trivializing of God. The Jesus Christ, in whom the fullness of deity dwells, is not to be boxed in, airbrushed, made over, tamed, explained or explained away. I am deeply convinced that the way you live will be a direct consequence of how you see God."

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29, Colossians 1:15-17, Jeremiah 23:23

Tags: Jesus is Lord, Deity of Christ, christian testimony, authority of Christ, Who is Jesus?, Identity of Christ, False View of God, God of the Bible  (view more)  (view less)

What Are You Doing To Raise Up The Next Generation Of Preachers?

By Brian Croft on Dec 13, 2019

Provide opportunities for the next generation.

Tags: Preaching

Are You Raising The Next Generation Of Preachers?

By Ben Mandrell on Aug 6, 2018

If the "preacher population" is shrinking, perhaps you have a role to play that could impact generations to come.

Scripture: 1 John 15:15

Tags: Preaching

We Can Whine About The New Generation Or Worship With Them – But We Can’t Do Both

By Karl Vaters on Mar 16, 2017

We can either whine about how the new generation chooses to worship, or we can worship and minister with them. But we can’t do both.

Scripture: John 7:24

Tags: Perspective, Culture, church culture, Christian Priorities, future generations, church priorities, Generations, e  (view more)  (view less)

52 Quotes For This Generation Of Church Leaders

By Brad Lomenick on Apr 15, 2020

52 insightful quotes from Brad Lomenick that pertain to the preaching and pastoral audience.

Tags: Young, Church, leadership, pastor, Pastors, Leadership General  (view more)  (view less)

I Can’t Figure Out Millennials: 3 Reasons To Stay Connected

By Steven A. Hitz on Jan 18, 2017

There is a growing disconnect with Millennials because of the stereotypes many people hold about them.

Tags: Millenial, Listening, future generations, Generations

3 Reasons Why The Preacher Population Is Shrinking And What To Do About It

By Ben Mandrell on Apr 3, 2018

If the "preacher population" is shrinking, perhaps you have a role to play that could impact generations to come.

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-20

Tags: Leader, Preaching, unity, Generation, Timothy  (view more)  (view less)

Francis Chan: How To Get Out Of Your Religious Routine

By Francis Chan on Nov 22, 2011

Chan encourages us to pray for a new encounter with God.

Tags: Worship, leadership, Prayer, Prayer General, Worship General  (view more)  (view less)

Instagram Generation: Four Ways Smartphone Cameras Are Changing Us

By Tony Reinke on May 13, 2017

A spectacular waterfall exposed me to how my smartphone habits are getting passed to my kids.

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 4:16, Philippians 3:17, 1 Thessalonians 1:6, Hebrews 6:12  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Technology, Bad Habits, Next Generation, social media, Cell Phone, Sharenting  (view more)  (view less)

Forget Seminaries: What Are You Doing To Train The Next Generation Of Preachers?

By Chris Surber on Feb 15, 2019

We have a lot of people genuinely called, sincerely gifted people who struggle to find their way past the gatekeepers in our churches and denominations.

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-5, Mark 5:24-34

Tags: Discipleship, Gift, Seminary, Next Generation

Remembering Why You Said Yes To Pastoring

By Chuck Warnock on Feb 7, 2018

There are times in a pastor's life when the clarity of our call fades, discouragement clouds our memory, and we wonder, "Why did I ever want to be a pastor?"

Tags: Church, Call, pastor, Pastors, Small Church, Church General, Leadership General  (view more)  (view less)

Paul Baloche: The Same Love

By Paul Baloche on Mar 28, 2012

Consider preaching on the topic of Paul Baloche's "The Same Love"--review a sermon at http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/the-same-love-eric-johnson-sermon-on-worship-general-165682.asp.

Tags: Worship, Preaching, Worship General

Getting An Approachability Checkup

By Ken Sande on Feb 28, 2018

An expert in conflict management, Ken Sande brings his expertise to pastors and leaders to help them relate better with their congregation, co-workers, and families.

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11, Philippians 2:3-4, Matthew 18:12-14, 1 Corinthians 1:4-9, Mark 10:42-45  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Church, Peace, leadership, pastor, conflict, relationships, counsel, Communication General, Leadership General  (view more)  (view less)

10 Leadership Traps To Avoid In Ministry

By Ron Edmondson on Jul 13, 2018

Ron Edmondson: "Leaders should energize others to realize their dreams, not stifle them."

Scripture: John 3:3-10:9, John 3:3-10:20

Tags: Leadership General