April 6, 2026
Faulkner Bible Lectureship 2026 is an annual gathering centered on biblical teaching, preaching, and encouragement for Christians and church leaders. Hosted by Faulkner University in Montgomery, Alabama, the lectureship brings together keynote lessons, chapel services, and seminars focused on Scripture and the life of the church.
April 6, 2026
Bear Valley Bible Institute Lectureship 2026 is a multi-day gathering focused on biblical teaching, preaching, and ministry training. The 2026 lectureship theme is “Behold Your King,” featuring further studies in the Gospel of Matthew, specifically Matthew 15–28. Hosted by Bear Valley Bible Institute in Denver, the event is designed to encourage believers through Scripture-centered instruction and fellowship. Registration is free.
May 6, 2012
Eddy Sanders argues preaching should remain a church priority because the church’s identity rests on the gospel message and Scripture places preaching at pivotal moments, from Moses to Peter.
June 6, 2010
Preacher Preparation Begins with the Whole Person Bruce E. Shields reflects on the lasting influence of a preacher’s character and argues that sermon preparation must include personal and spiritual preparation. Drawing from Phillips Brooks and practical ministry experience, he encourages preachers to pray, hear the text personally, study deeply, and offer the sermon as worship. A preacher’s character often leaves a deeper lasting impression than any single sermon. Preachers should prepare both the message and the whole person who delivers it. Prayer, personal engagement with Scripture, scholarship, and worship are essential to faithful preaching. By Bruce E. Shields Who is
June 6, 2010
Max R. Hickerson draws from Winston Churchill’s speaking method to help Bible teachers and preachers communicate with stronger openings, clearer themes, simple language, vivid word pictures, and emotional impact.
June 6, 2010
Mark Scott explores what a sermon is, how Scripture describes preaching, and what faithful sermons should accomplish in the hearts and lives of listeners.
June 6, 2010
Jud White reflects on creativity, humor, and the deeper goal of preaching: clearly explaining Scripture and applying it to individual and community life.
June 6, 2010
Jeff Walling explains why great sermons last beyond Sunday morning, urging preachers to build around a clear image that is simple, vivid, and passionate.
November 1, 2009
Mark Atteberry challenges preachers and teachers to move beyond stale religious platitudes, pursue real study, tackle tough topics, and trust God’s Word to do its work.
October 18, 2009
Larry W. Timm encourages ministers to treat funeral messages as sacred ministry, offering grieving families biblical comfort, personal care, humility, and honest grace.
October 19, 2008
Chuck Sackett reflects on returning to local church preaching and relearning how leadership, change, sermon preparation, and spiritual formation are harder to practice than to teach.
July 23, 2008
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the demanding, joyful work behind preaching, teaching, and writing, drawing on Rob Bell’s challenge to give oneself fully to the creative calling.
April 2, 2008
A young voter’s desire for “relatable” language raises a deeper challenge for the church. Compelling speech matters, but lasting influence requires substance—especially for preachers seeking to reach a generation that’s often absent from church.
March 23, 2008
Ken Idleman explains why a well-prepared life undergirds powerful preaching, highlighting integrity, community, creativity, testimony, and study as priorities that validate the message and keep sermons fresh, relevant, and Spirit-energized.
December 2, 2007
Johnson Bible College in Knoxville, Tennessee offers distance-learning graduate options, including a Master of Arts in New Testament with preaching or elective tracks, plus an on-campus Marriage and Family/Professional Counseling program with supervised clinical experience.
February 28, 2007
A reflection comparing fast food to shallow spirituality, urging churches to keep the “flavor” while improving the “content.” The goal isn’t just pleasing crowds, but pursuing the long-term health of the audience.
October 18, 2006
A young adult’s comment about wanting the “best speaker” raises a deeper question: have churches reduced Sunday to a sermon-centered product? With voices from theOOZE.com and 1 Corinthians 14:26, this piece calls for greater participation.
September 4, 2005
A professor’s classroom story becomes a warning and a guide: cultural change has made communication harder, and church technique shifts can carry hidden trade-offs. Hold tight to what endures while evaluating change with wisdom.
June 12, 2005
Strong communication shapes how people perceive a church. Jim Tune shares five practical keys—preparation, clear structure, respect for time, effective storytelling, and wise use of technology—to help teaching and preaching move from dull to dynamic.
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