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Engaging Your Congregation with Storytelling in Preaching

If you want to capture the attention of your congregation and create an environment where people are engaged with your …

How to Preach a Christmas Eve Sermon (A Complete Preparation Guide)

How to Preach a Christmas Eve Sermon (A Complete Preparation Guide)

Preaching the Christmas Eve sermon is a significant responsibility. But it is also a sermon that so many pastors have dreamt of preaching long before they...

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Preach Christ with Confidence: The Christ-centered Exposition Commentary is now in Sermonary

Every pastor knows the challenge—balancing deep study with limited time. You’ve got Sunday’s sermon approaching, dozens of open tabs, and commentaries stacked on your desk. You...

Things Most Pastors Don’t Think About When Preparing A Sermon

When preparing a sermon, most pastors check off the usual steps—commentary research, word studies in Hebrew and Greek, cross-referencing passages, and outlining the main points. All...

How to Use a Sermon Calendar While Remaining Spirit-Led

For many pastors, the idea of using a sermon calendar can feel like trading the Holy Spirit’s guidance for a rigid, structured plan. It can feel...

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Preaching with Passion and Authority

Have you ever considered that your sermon is far more than the words you say? Sure, you pray, study, and craft your sermon points carefully. But...

10 Captivating Sermon Illustrations That Connect With Any Audience

Great sermon illustrations can be hard to find. You know your audience better than anyone, and you can tell when an illustration will hit home —...