It is important to remember also that a sermon is given not simply to entertain the audience. It is to share God's way, the path of the Principle, and the tradition of the True Parents. The sermon should maintain a clear theme which is appropriate to the audience. A sermon leader should never deliberately ridicule or criticize an individual member or capitalize negatively on a member's weak point in a public sermon. If you have failed to give blessing to others through your sermon, you must pay the price for it by other means such as serving others.
Fallen man is like a fireplace housing both dry and wet firewood.
Be sensitive to the reaction of the audience. Uplift the heart and spirit of the audience. During the week, the sermon leader should pray for the congregation. Remember each one's face, and be concerned about his or her spiritual growth. If that person sheds tears because of the blessing he receives through the sermon, the whole audience will automatically be affected.