to pray and follow the leading of the Lord in preparing that text for the preaching moment. Regardless of the reason for seeking a preaching passage, the Bible will provide an endless supply of choices. Therefore, the wise minister must pray his and her way through each text and rely upon the direction of the Holy Spirit. What are some of the methods that help us in the selection of a sermon text? Choosing the Sermon Text: Read carefully through the section that contains your preaching passage and