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How to Make Sermon Illustrations Memorable

Most pastors and Bible teachers immediately recognize the power of a well-told illustration. It engages the heart of those listening and allows the mind's eye to see truth through the application of something familiar. Ignoring the use of skillfully chosen illustrations in your sermons will lessen their effectiveness and cause…
July 14, 2019
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5 Christmas Sermon Ideas

The decorations are up, Christmas music can be heard everywhere, and ready or not, Christmas day is almost here! I hope and pray you have enjoyed preaching God’s Word and drawing people closer to Him through the proclamation and teaching of this wonderful story of Christ’s birth. As we start…
September 13, 2018
Value of RestEncouragement

The Value of Rest

If you are in leadership, especially the role of pastoring/shepherding God’s people, let’s be clear, it is a beautiful yet difficult calling. The possibility of burnout is very real. There are so many facets to your role, in fact, you are probably taking care of things you never imagined you…
September 10, 2018
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Appreciating the Value of Rest

Hey there! How are you doing? Wait. Don’t answer that. Let me guess…you’re busy. Ha! Isn’t that the answer we give anyone who asks us how we are or how we’ve been? “Oh I’m great, just been real busy lately.” Maybe it’s a stamp of maturity. Maybe it shows our…
September 10, 2018
Encouragement

Reflections on Memorial Day

Reflection Recently I’ve been reflecting on Memorial Day. Its meaning. Its purpose. Its significance. The impact it has on my life. And the impact it should be having on my life. Should we even celebrate Memorial Day? Isn’t that out of character? When I think about Memorial Day, I think…
August 26, 2018
Leadership

Easter Service Planning Guide

Easter is quickly approaching, and with that, many church leaders have already jumped into the somewhat frantic mode of all things Easter service preparations. No matter where you are in the scheme of planning, studying, or praying, though, here are some tips and reminders that will hopefully guide you along…
August 26, 2018