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On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
by H.B. Charles, Jr.
The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better.This is a place where we can sit together and talk about the important, nature, and practice of faithful, Christ-centered, biblical preaching.
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On Preaching with Daven Watkins
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. interviews Daven Watkins - Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Pelham, Alabama - live at the 2026 Cutting It Straight Conference at the Shiloh...
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On Preaching with Brad Whitt
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. interviews Brad Whitt, Pastor of the historic Abeliene Baptist Church in Augusta, Georgia, about his ministry journal, pastoral leadership, and new...
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Random Preaching Advice
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. offers random preaching advice to help you in your sermon preparation and pulpit ministry. Follow Jesus closely. Don't take shortcuts. Steward time...
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The Art of Preaching
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. discusses thirteen (13) dynamics of the art of preaching. 1. Training 2. Devotion 3. Theology 4. Burden 5. Communication 6. Personality 7. Creativity...
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On Preaching with Dr. David Allen
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode of the podcast, H.B. Charles Jr. interviews Dr. David Allen, who leads PreachingCoach.com, about his new book, "Preaching Tools." For contact, resources, or…
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Busting Preaching Myths
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. busts eleven (11) preaching "myths." The preaching "myths" are as follows: Sermons grow on trees. People won't listen to long sermons. Expository...
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10 Things That AI Cannot Replace in Preaching
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. discusses ten (10) things that AI cannot replace in your sermon preparation and pulpit ministry. The Work of the Holy Spirit The Discipline of…
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When To Work On Your Sermon | The On Preaching Podcast
Welcome To The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. - Pastor-Teacher of the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida - discusses eleven (11) strategic times to work on your sermons.…
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7 Marks of a Good Sermon Outline
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. discusses seven marks of a good sermon outline. A good sermon outline is... Natural Clear Textual United Parallel Varied Portable For contact,...
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The Elements of a Sermon
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. Charles Jr. talks about the elements of a sermon - a prepared, organized, excellent sermon. The elements of a sermon are as follows: The Biblical Text The Sermon...
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51 Questions to Ask in Observations
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode, H.B. discusses fifty-one questions you should ask in the observations phase of your sermon preparation. The questions are as follow: 1. Who wrote this passage? 2....
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When NOT To Go To The Pulpit
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode of the podcast, H.B. discusses ten times you should not go to the pulpit. Those times are as follows...1. Don't go to the pulpit unprepared. 2. Don't go to the…
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11 Factors of Effective Sermon Delivery
Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. In this episode of the podcast, H.B. discusses eleven (11) factors of effective sermon delivery. The eleven factors are as follows: 1. Your Character 2. Your Heart 3. Your...
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#229 | On Preaching with Doug Logan
A conversation with Doug Logan, a seasoned pastor and church planter who serves as the President of Grimké Seminary, where he focuses on urban ministry and theological training. Check out Doug Logan's new book: The Weightiness of Preaching: Applying Francis Grimké’s Enduring Wisdom To Your...
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#228 | What Do I Carry to the Pulpit?
In this brief episode, H.B. Charles Jr. discusses what kinds of notes he takes from the pulpit when he preaches and why. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HB Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at...
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#227 | On Pastoring with George E. Hurtt
Continuing the conversation with George E. Hurtt, who serves as the pastor of both Mt. Sinai Church and New Revelation Church. Connect with George at https://www.instagram.com/gehurtt Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#226 | On Preaching with George E. Hurtt
A conversation with George E. Hurtt, who serves as the pastor of both Mt. Sinai Church and New Revelation Church. Connect with George at https://www.instagram.com/gehurtt Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HB...
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#225 | How Expository Preaching Transforms Your Ministry
A conversation with Douglas Sean O'Donnell, the Senior Vice President of Bible Editorial and Church Resources at Crossway in Wheaton, Illinois. Learn how disciplined study and a focus on the text can revolutionize your pulpit ministry as Doug shares his journey from pastoral ministry to Bible...
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#224 | Preaching Midweek with Ryan Hayden
A conversation with Ryan Hayden, who serves as Lead pastor of Bible Baptist Church in Matoon, Illinois. Ryan shares helpful insight on AI in preaching, bivocational pastoring, and a valuable hack for midweek preaching. Connect with Ryan at https://congregationhub.com Get a new website, unlimited...
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#223 | On Preaching with Frank E. Ray Sr.
In this throwback episode, we revisit a conversation with Frank E. Ray Sr., longtime pastor of the New Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee, affectionately known as "The Walking Bible." Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#222 | On Preaching with Clinton D. McFarland, Part 2
In this throwback episode, we continue our revisit of H.B.’s 2023 conversation with Clinton D. McFarland, founding Pastor of the Grace Bible Church in Stockbridge, Georgia. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HB...
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#221 | On Preaching with Clinton D. McFarland
In this throwback episode, we revisit H.B.’s 2023 conversation with Clinton D. McFarland, founding Pastor of the Grace Bible Church in Stockbridge, Georgia.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBSubscribe to the...
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#220 | On Pastoring with Steve Gaines
In this throwback episode, we continue our revisit of H.B.’s 2023 conversation with Steve Gaines, Pastor Emeritus of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. After serving as Senior Pastor for 19 years, Dr. Gaines transitioned to his emeritus role in 2024. He also served as the President of...
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#219 | On Preaching with Steve Gaines
In this throwback episode, we revisit H.B.’s 2023 conversation with Steve Gaines, Pastor Emeritus of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. After serving as Senior Pastor for 19 years, Dr. Gaines transitioned to his emeritus role in 2024. He also served as the President of the Southern...
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#218 | 10 Questions w/H.B. Charles Jr. | Wheaton College Preaching Lab
H.B. Charles Jr. answers ten (10) questions about expositional preaching and pastoral ministry during a Preaching Lab led by Chaplain Angulus Wilson at Wheaton College - President Phillip Graham Ryken. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#217 | Simple Ways to Preach Better
Improving your preaching isn't an overnight fix; it requires consistent practice, much like going to the gym. Here are 12 simple ways to preach better, from "hugging the text" to "landing the plane" safely, to help you grow in your ministry.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, &...
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#216 | Am I Called?
Wrestling with the question, "Am I called to preach?" Here are 10 biblical signs, from godly character to a consuming burden, to help you discern God's call on your life.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#215 | Bad Preaching Habits to Leave in 2025
Stop bringing old mistakes into a new year of ministry. This episode identifies 10 bad preaching habits to leave behind so you can preach the Word with more clarity and power in 2026 and beyond.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#214 | Why I Use Study Bibles for Sermon Preparation
Discover why a study Bible is a vital tool for the pulpit. Learn how integrating these resources can strengthen your sermon preparation by providing essential historical and literary context.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#213 | Why Visiting Israel Will Help Your Preaching
Experience how visiting the Holy Land transforms your Bible study from black and white to HD. Discover the spiritual and practical value of seeing the historical settings of Scripture firsthand.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#212 | The Essential Pastoral Reading List
Leaders are readers! I’m sharing my essential Pastoral Reading List—12 key books to read in 2026 to help you preach faithfully, clearly, and better.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBSubscribe to the Cutting It...
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#211 | 2026 Preaching Goals
It ought to be evident that you are growing. The New Year is the perfect time for reflection and setting 2026 Preaching Goals to ensure you are making progress in preaching.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#210 | Preaching Pet Peeves
From long introductions to imitating others, I’m sharing my biggest Preaching Pet Peeves. We must get back to serious Expositional Preaching and heed these Sermon Delivery Tips to avoid turning people off to the Word.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production...
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#209 | Preaching Christmas
My advice for Preaching Christmas is simple: aim for the head pin, tell the story, and preach to broken hearts.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBSubscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at...
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#208 | After the Sermon
We spend so much time on sermon preparation, but what comes after is just as vital. Learn what to do after the sermon to guard against pride and spiritual warfare, and ensure the preached Word bears fruit.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#207 | Effective Sermon Illustrations
A good sermon has explanation, application, and illustration. If you want to preach faithfully, you must work hard at illustration. Here are 9 essential places to look to improve your sermon preparation and ensure clear communication.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service...
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#206 | How the Pew Can Be a Blessing to the Pulpit
The pulpit is a blessing to the pew, but how can the pew be a blessing to the pulpit? I share a few simple yet profound ways to encourage and appreciate your pastor.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBSubscribe…
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#205 | Pastors I Appreciate
You're a leader, but who leads you? During Pastors' Appreciation Month, I reflect on the men who were pastors to me and share why pastors need pastors to thrive. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HB Subscribe to...
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#204 | Formal and Ongoing Preparation
A passionate preacher without a commitment to prepare is just a desire to perform. The call to preach comes with a call to prepare, and there are three ways a preacher must prepare himself.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#203 | Overcoming Writer's Block
We’ve all been there: a deadline is looming, and the words just won’t come. What do you do when you’re facing that resistance in your sermon preparation?Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBSubscribe to the…
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#202 | The Lonely Preacher
Most of a pastor’s work is spent among the people—counseling, planning, and leading. But the most critical part of pastoral ministry is the work done in solitude.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBSubscribe to...
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#201 | Planning Your Preaching
As a pastor, I've learned the power of planning. Don't let the pressures of ministry get the best of you. I want to tell you why every preacher should have a preaching calendar.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at...
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#200 | Preaching To Different Audiences
Ever wonder why a sermon falls flat for some but not others? It's not the message, it's the audience. Discover how to connect with every person in the pews, from the biblically illiterate to the hardened unbeliever. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production...
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#199 | Avoiding Preaching Assumptions
Unlock the secrets to impactful sermons by steering clear of common assumptions. Explore dynamic strategies to connect deeply with your audience and deliver messages that truly resonate. Transform your preaching approach with insights that inspire and engage.Get a new website, unlimited custom...
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#198 | Preaching the Parables
H.B. shares his favorite commentaries, books, and more resources for preaching the parables of Jesus faithfully, clearly, and better.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBRegister for the Cutting It Straight...
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#197 | Back to the Mailbag
H.B. dives back into the On Preaching Mailbag to answer your questions! Drop yours in the comments, and it might be featured on a future episode.Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBRegister for the Cutting It...
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#196 | Selecting a Text
A sermon text should be like a street lamp for illumination, not a crutch to lean on. Explore seven key principles for selecting a text for preaching, including why you should always start with the Scripture and not a topic. Preach faithfully and powerfully by letting the Word of God lead the...
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#195 | Preparing to Preach Through a Book
Imagine standing at the edge of a vast, unexplored territory, ready to embark on a journey that promises both challenge and reward. This is what it feels like to prepare for preaching through a book of the Bible. In this episode, we'll explore the essential steps to equip yourself for this...
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#194 | Remembering John MacArthur
Honoring the memory and legacy of John F. MacArthur, Jr.Read the full tribute here – https://ncrs.cc/4y1g-----------Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at https://IncreaseCreative.Co/HBRegister for the Cutting It Straight Conference at...
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#193 | My Top Psalm Commentaries
SHARE YOUR QUESTIONS, AND IT MAY BE FEATURED IN A FUTURE EPISODE. Drop a comment or go to https://ncrs.cc/opqa to ask your questions.Explore a curated list of favorite commentaries on the Psalms with insights into their theological depth and practical application. These resources can enrich your...
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The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better.This is a place where we can sit together and talk about the important, nature, and practice of faithful, Christ-centered, biblical preaching.
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