Preaching Zones of Turbulence
Preachers might think they could deliver a better quality sermon were it not for their congregations, but be encouraged to speak into the lives and problems of your listeners.
Jesus Came Preaching About Himself
One of the most interesting debates in homiletical circles is the degree to which contemporary preachers should preach like Jesus. On the surface, we might think it absolutely necessary to preach like the greatest Preacher ever. Isn't He, after all, the perfect model? Shouldn't...
Good Intentions, Bad Circumstances, And God’s Will
Acts 16:9-15
In Chris Thurman's book, Truths We Must Believe, he relates the story of the great college football coach, Paul "Bear" Bryant, and his gifted Alabama team losing a football game to a smaller school with a much less talented squad. After the game, Coach...
Making The Point With SHARP Illustrations
The SHARP Principles
While it is usually best to utilize the strongest illustrations in the introduction and conclusion, illustrations are also needed in the body of the sermon. Within the various points of the message they further explain the point, give the audience time to digest the truth