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Interview with Francis Chan

Francis Chan is founding pastor of Cornerstone Church in Simi Valley, Calif., and author of the best-selling Crazy Love. In this podcast, Michael visits with Francis about his newest book Forgotten God and about the role of the Holy Spirit in preaching.

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Below you'll find a library of articles that cover topics like "how to preach", Biblical sermon preparation" and other topics to help you effectively communicate God's Word.

Avoiding Distractions

Luke 8:14

In a recent issue of his Ministry Toolbox newsletter, Rick Warren observed that, “Jesus says that distractions can keep our fruit from ripening: 'The seed that falls among weeds stands for those who hear the word of God,...

Who Will Lead Smaller Churches?

Although there are more Protestant ministers than churches, many ministers don't want to work for those congregations, especially smaller ones, according to a study by Duke University. The study was reported in a March 16,...

More Video, but Sermon Length Stays the Same

A newly released study by Ellison Research shows the typical Protestant church worship service has grown more contemporary and diversified during the past five years. The greatest increases have been in the proportion of...

Catholics Up, Baptists Down for 2010

While overall membership may be increasing, only five of the top 25 churches in the nation are growing, according to the 2010 Yearbook of American and Canadian Churches.

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Know Where You Are Headed

In the most recent issue of his Ministry Toolbox newsletter, Rick Warren writes: "There were seven characteristics in the life of the Apostle Paul that I think made him the single most effective proponent of Christianity...

The Year's Best Preaching Books and the 2010 Preaching Book of the Year

Each year seems to bring new treasures to the preacher's bookshelf, and 2009 was no exception. While there was not an abundance of publications in the field of homiletics, there were some quality offerings released in recent...

By Michael Duduit

Ten Commandments for Preaching

When it comes to preaching and teaching the Bible, we all fall short. Who hasn't quoted the wrong reference or (worse) read the wrong passage of Scripture altogether? Who hasn't, in the heat of the moment, accidentally gotten...

By J. Tyler Scarlett

The 25 Most Influential Preaching Books of the Past 25 Years

During the 25 years of Preaching magazine's publication history, books have played a major role in the publication. No wonder—books are the lifeblood of the preacher's work. Because books play such a vital role in the life...

By Michael Duduit

Things Taste Better When They've Been Marinated

In an article on "How to Fully Engage Listeners" for PreachingToday.com, Rob Bell writes: "I work on teachings for as long as four to six months, a year. You'd think I was obnoxious because if we go out to lunch I'll be diagramming...

Ten Books Every Preacher Should Read in 2010

Here is Dr. R. Albert Mohler's Big 10 List: What every pastor should read in 2010.

By R. Albert Mohler

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