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A sermon is a religious speech or message typically delivered by a clergy member to an audience, often as part of a worship service. Sermons matter because they communicate religious teachings, beliefs, and moral guidance to help people understand and practice their faith.
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- Christianity
- Lutheranism and Reformed Christianity
- Evangelical Christianity
- Roman Catholic
- Islam
- Types
- Delivery methods
- Impromptu preaching
- Extemporaneous preaching
- Secular usage
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- References
- Further reading
- Primary sources
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thumb|A Roadside Sermon by John Pettie
A sermon is a religious discourse or oration by a preacher, usually a member of clergy. Sermons address a scriptural, theological, or moral topic, usually expounding on a type of belief, law, or behavior within both past and present contexts. Elements of the sermon often include exposition, exhortation, and practical application. The act of delivering a sermon is called preaching. In secular usage, the word sermon may refer, often disparagingly, to a lecture on morals.