The Center for Excellence in Preaching provides resources for busy pastors with the goal of helping them write fresh, vibrant sermons.
Calvin Seminary
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“We … dare to claim that all those who live by faith are also considered saints, in life as well as in death. By the grace of Christ, we are God’s holy ones too.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Deuteronomy 34:1-12. bit.ly/4yT3Dfy
“Love is a disposition, a choice, an act of worship that takes all of who we are to reach its fulfillment.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Matthew 22:34-46. bit.ly/4ytvJNt
What did an aging John Adams learn about worship and awe late in life? Explore the insight in this Preaching Connection from CEP: bit.ly/3Uj5sDg
“When many people think about worship, they focus on the expressive side of worship …. But we should never lose sight of the formative aspect of worship as well.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Psalm 96:1-9. bit.ly/4hBjLfo
“Despite the temptations of our own era, it is good for us to remember that if playing politics wouldn’t work on Jesus back then, it still won’t work today.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Matthew 22:15-22. bit.ly/47KMlFg
Listen to the audio sermon on Psalm 23 by Howard Vanderwell, titled "I Have the Table Ready," preached in 2005. bit.ly/4jASdbi
“Moses stands firm. They aren't MY people. They are YOURS.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Exodus 32:1-14. bit.ly/4dkJVAC
“In a sense, faith is all in what we do with it.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Matthew 22:1-14. bit.ly/4iUOxkt
Listen to the audio sermon on Philippians 3 by Denise Kingdom Grier, titled "Surpassing Knowledge," preached at the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship Symposium in January 2011. bit.ly/4yjkpUU
"Paul’s observations about 'garbage' and Christ’s righteousness may bring to mind a kind of Holy Spirit 'recycling.'" Read more in the sermon commentary for Philippians 3:4b-14. bit.ly/4d2ICpO
“Who is being violently objectified and abused by our worldviews, opinions, lifestyles and community practices?” Read more in the sermon commentary for Matthew 21:33-46. bit.ly/46Co18a
Leaders are called to share one another’s burdens and walk alongside each other. But what kind of friend will you choose to be? Find insight in this Preaching Connection: bit.ly/4y4GMgA
“We have to share the spotlight and, when we do, the heat and pressure of that position can be shared as well. Leader, don't go alone.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Exodus 17:1-7. bit.ly/4xB0a3E
“We show our values, our beliefs, our commitments through what we do.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Matthew 21:23-32. bit.ly/4yB9KUY
Why can’t our good works be our righteousness before God, or at least a part of our righteousness?
Reflect on the Heidelberg Catechism, exploring the power of grace through insightful commentary, related biblical texts, and illustration ideas. bit.ly/4iU2j6O
“We cannot give our salvation only fleeting glimpses one day or so a week when we manage to attend a church service or something.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Psalm 145:1-8. bit.ly/3UCYFnX
"Those who 'get in line early' so as to get the best seat ... the best whatever, are in for a rude surprise: every seat is good, every view is breath-taking, and every bite is delicious." Read more in the sermon commentary for Matthew 20:1-16. bit.ly/4iUFiRa
'What do you wish your pastor knew about the scientific work you do?' Explore Christian scientists' answer to this question, beginning with Scott Hoezee's introduction. bit.ly/4xFat7R (for full chapters, see bit.ly/4zWwhNG)
“Both God’s adopted children and enemies will one day stand before God’s judgment seat.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Romans 14:1-12. bit.ly/4gzNJjt
“To be forgiven is to recognize mercy.” Read more in the sermon commentary for Matthew 18:21-35. bit.ly/3UBUeJZ
