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3 Self-Care Strategies for Pastors: Maintaining Spiritual Health

Over the years, many reports have shed light on the stress that pastors face. It's all too common for pastors to experience burnout, significant stress, health issues, and relational challenges. But it doesn't have to be this way! Stress and burnout aren't what God intended for any of us, and…

Lynsey L'ecuyerDecember 15, 2024

Preaching Tips Sermon Ideas

7 Sermon Topics You’ll Want to Preach in 2025

Preaching year after year can be a daunting part of pastoring. You may be asking yourself, "What do I preach next year?" "How can I get ahead in my sermon preparation?" "What are the sermon topics that my church needs to hear in the coming year?" No matter the questions,…

Lynsey L'EcuyerDecember 15, 2024

Sermon Ideas

8 Advent Sermon Ideas to Captivate Your Congregation

Advent is a wonderful time to celebrate the arrival of our Savior, Jesus! This season is all about preparing our hearts for His birth and reflecting on His significance in our lives. As we prepare for this beautiful season, consider incorporating some of these 5 Advent sermon ideas to captivate…

ShaynaDecember 9, 2024

Preaching Tips Sermon Ideas

5 Ways to Change Up Your 3-Point Sermon Outline

There are many ways to create great sermons and outlines. The 3-point sermon outline is a popular approach. This type of sermon has one major theme or message supported by just three points. Because it has a simple format, it is easier for congregations to understand and apply. However, creativity…

Kevin BordeauxNovember 12, 2024

Preaching Tips

How to Plan Your Preaching Calendar for 2025

2025 is almost here, and if you’re like many pastors, your preaching calendar for next year is a cursor blinking on a blank page. Sometimes this is the hardest place to be. Planning for an entire year can be intimidating. However, taking the first step to get started can lead…

Angela BainterNovember 1, 2024

Preaching Tips

How to Deliver a Funeral Sermon for an Unbeliever: 5 Things to Remember

Officiating a funeral is tough task for a minister. It involves being a chaplain to the family, bringing support and even offering advice on how to figure out the estate or other items that go with a deceased family member. What can make this situation even tougher though is when…

Kevin BordeauxOctober 2, 2024

Preaching Tips Sermon Ideas

Create an Engaging Sermon on the Beatitudes

Writing sermons week after week is a very important process. You aren’t just getting up to speak or share a nice story, it’s an opportunity to preach and declare the Word of God. It’s not a moment for talent or skill, but it is truly a holy moment. If you…

Lynsey L'ecuyerOctober 2, 2024

Preaching Tips

7 Scripture Passages You’ve Been Avoiding

Taking on difficult scriptures is an essential part of preaching. Get ready to explore those passages you’ve been avoiding with SermonSearch. Pastors and communicators have a difficult job of coming up with fresh and new content each week. There is no other job like this on planet earth. They have…

Kevin BordeauxSeptember 27, 2024

Preaching Tips

Stick the Landing: 10 Creative Ways to End Your Sermon

Sunday services have many important elements that can impact whether or not someone returns and goes from being a first-time guest to a committed member. One of the most important aspects of a Sunday Service is the sermon, especially how you end your sermon. End Your Sermon Well Sermons help…

Paul L'EcuyerSeptember 19, 2024

Leadership Preaching Tips Sermon Ideas

Expository vs. Expositional Preaching: Navigating the Differences for Effective Ministry

What is the difference between expository and expositional preaching? As a preacher, you have probably heard these terms thrown around a time or two. But what do they really mean? In this article, you will discover the differences between expository and expositional preaching, the key benefits and drawbacks, plus practical…

Paul L'EcuyerJuly 12, 2024

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