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#151 | 25 Tips for Using Sermon Illustrations Effectively

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Welcome to The On Preaching Podcast, the podcast dedicated to helping you preach faithfully, clearly, and better. 

The three basic elements of a sermon are explanation, application, and illustration. In this episode, H.B. gives 25 tips for using sermon illustrations effectively. 

  1. Purposeful illustrations.
  2. Strategic Illustrations. 
  3. Personal illustrations. 
  4. Transparent illustrations.
  5. Discreet illustrations. 
  6. Historical illustrations. 
  7. Biblical illustrations. 
  8. Contemporary illustrations. 
  9. Pastoral illustrations. 
  10. Relatable illustrations. 
  11. Visual illustrations. 
  12. Real-world illustrations. 
  13. Factual illustrations. 
  14. Credited illustrations. 
  15. Interesting illustrations. 
  16. Diverse illustrations. 
  17. Detailed illustrations. 
  18. Brief illustrations. 
  19. Simple illustrations. 
  20. Creative illustrations. 
  21. Humorous illustrations. 
  22. Appropriate illustrations. 
  23. Practical illustrations. 
  24. Authorized illustrations. 
  25. Prepared illustrations. 

For contact, information, or resources, visit hbcharlesjr.com. 

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#151 | 25 Tips for Using Sermon Illustrations Effectively

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