The Three Pillars of a Sermon
While times and seasons change and audiences differ, a preacher combining powerful logos, thrilling pathos, and genuine ethos will preach effectively to believers and unbelievers.
By Tony Merida
| May 22, 2023
Dr. Tony Merida is dean of seminary, professor of preaching and theology, and dean of the Center for Christ-Centered Preaching at Grimké Seminary. He is also pastor for preaching and vision at Imago Dei Church in Raleigh, N.C., author of The Christ-Centered Expositor, Ordinary, Love Your Church, and The Faithful Church Planter, and co-editor of the Christ-Centered Exposition commentary series.
Interview: Tony Merida and Matt Cohen Discuss Christ-centered Preaching
Christ-centered preaching brings us home.
By Tony Merida
| August 22, 2022
How Important Is Preaching in a Church Plant?
There should never be a season in which the church planter is not thinking about how to make disciples by explaining and applying Scripture.
By Tony Merida
| July 25, 2022
Advice for Pastors Young and Old
While the ability to teach is a gift from God, it is also a skill that pastors should seek to develop.
By Tony Merida
| June 13, 2022
Does Preaching Even Matter for Corporate Worship?
Justin Martyr wrote to the emperor to explain what Christians actually did in worship. He provides a beautiful vision of God’s people being gathered together, enjoying the Word and sacrament.
By Tony Merida
| March 21, 2022