Mandate clarity. Preachers who cannot differentiate between a scriptural mandate and a good suggestion drain biblical power from their ministries.

People today must understand that neither a sophisticated understanding of a commandment nor the most vigorous attempts to heed it will merit grace. Comprehensive explanation of what God requires falls short of adequate exposition if it fails to say why God set the standard.

The structure detailed in this section exhibits certain instructional principles without intending to suggest that there are no other proper expository forms. At the same time, this structure can serve as a standard without making its specifics normative.

Determine when and where to use illustrations by assessing what will make a message’s application most effective. In some cases, this will mean that illustrations must focus on clarifying the exposition to allow sufficient understanding. In other instances, it is better to use illustrations to create deep feeling about a matter that is so familiar

All Scripture is redemptive revelation that is inspired to address humanity’s fallen condition (or incompleteness) with divine provision.

The last sixty seconds are typically the most dynamic moments in excellent sermons.

conclusion. Wraparounds. A highly professional way of concluding is to hearken back to material mentioned in a sermon’s introduction (or other earlier portions of the message).

An expository unit is a large or a small portion of Scripture from which a preacher can demonstrate a single spiritual truth with adequate supporting facts or concepts arising within the scope of the text.

But, though many biblical passages specifically mention Christ’s person and work, many more do not. What other alternatives may preachers pursue to stay Christ-centered in their preaching?