Sermon Writing Ideas & Church Leadership Insights

Sermon Too Long? A Practical Guide to Sermon Length

As a pastor, preaching is one of the most sacred and central aspects of your ministry. It's your moment to share God's truth, encourage your congregation, and shepherd hearts. But let's be honest—some sermons run too long. This is a practical, no-guilt guide to help you properly assess your sermon…

Kevin BordeauxJuly 7, 2025

Preaching Tips

The Art of Manuscript Preaching: Tips and Insights on Balancing Preparation and Flexibility

Preaching matters in discipling current members and is crucial in retaining first-time guests. Pastors must look for ways to improve their content creation and delivery. If a pastor is a manuscript preacher, then they must take this to heart because there will be a temptation to "read" the manuscript instead…

Kevin BordeauxJuly 3, 2025

Leadership

Get Your Church On Board With Digital Giving: Top 5 Platforms Revealed

If you're looking for the best church giving options available, we have compiled a list of the top digital giving platforms for you. In the past, church offerings were traditionally provided by dropping them in the felt-bottomed offering plate. However, with the advancements of technology, online giving has become a…

Lynsey L'ecuyerJune 30, 2025

Preaching Tips Sermon Ideas

7 Team-Based Sermon Preparation Strategies: How to Collaborate Every Sunday

Preaching is about more than just giving a sermon on Sunday morning. It's about putting in intentional work and preparation that goes beyond just the final presentation. Many pastors today rely heavily on their abilities, ideas, and creativity. While personal insight is important, team-based sermon preparation is crucial because preparing…

ShaynaMay 23, 2025

Preaching Tips

Humor In the Pulpit: The Ultimate Dos and Don’ts

Preaching is a powerful way to connect with your congregation, and when done right, it can leave a real impact. The key is keeping people engaged, making the message relatable, and delivering it in a way that sticks. Humor in the pulpit can be a great tool to help with…

Lynsey L'ecuyerMay 16, 2025

Encouragement

Transform Feedback into Growth Opportunities: Don’t Dread “I’m Not Being Fed”

Hearing someone say, "I'm not being fed," can be a tough moment for any pastor or church leader. It's a phrase that carries a lot of weight, yet it's often quite vague. It's understandable to feel overwhelmed by such a broad statement, especially if you've heard it before and it…

Lynsey L'ecuyerMay 15, 2025

Preaching Tips

Preaching on the Resurrection: Your Easter Sermon Essentials

The message of Easter is central to the Christian faith. Your Easter Sunday sermon has a unique opportunity to impact your congregation. When preaching on the Resurrection it is crucial to communicate the Gospel message clearly and with conviction. Preparing an Easter sermon that resonates with a diverse audience can…

SermonSearch StaffMarch 12, 2025

Leadership

Want to Boost Church Event Attendance? 6 Reasons Why No One Is Showing Up

Are you planning church events, but no one is signing up? Are you putting in the time, energy, finances, and effort to put together events for your congregation, but no one seems to want to be a part of it? There are many reasons why your church event attendance might…

Lynsey L'ecuyerFebruary 25, 2025

Sermon Ideas

Sermons on Lent: Preparing Hearts for Easter

The 40-day season of Lent is fast approaching. During this solemn time, Christians around the world prepare their hearts for Holy Week and Easter Sunday. There are many different ways to approach this season, but most sermons on Lent focus on the following themes: Repentance & Reflection Fasting & Prayer…

SermonSearch StaffFebruary 11, 2025

Preaching Tips

Preaching to Youth: 5 Dos and Don’ts

Preaching to youth is a huge responsibility and an incredible honor. You get to help shape and lead the next generation. It is a critical job, which means many things must be considered when preaching to teenagers. Many pastors miss the mark when preaching to youth, so here are five…

Lynsey L'ecuyerJanuary 22, 2025

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