A sermon must be felt in the -----of the minister.

• A. Heart and Spirit
• B. Mind and Voice
• C. Tone and Tempo
• D. Hands and Feet

Answer: (A)

A sermon is most effective when it comes from the minister’s inner conviction—the heart and spirit. When the message springs from genuine faith, surrender to God, and prayerful reflection, it carries authenticity and compassion that touch people beyond words. The Holy Spirit shapes what is spoken, giving it life that believers can feel as truth being lived out. That inner source is what makes the delivery resonate with warmth, humility, and power, inviting listeners to respond to God’s message.

While focusing on what is said and how it sounds (mind and voice), or on the rhythm and pacing of delivery (tone and tempo), or on outward actions (hands and feet) can enhance communication, they don’t substitute for the Sermon’s inner source. A message rooted in heart and spirit transcends technique, touching the heart of the listener because it reflects a lived faith.