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Why Preach the Old Testament?

I just read a great article by Steven J. Lawson in Expositor Magazine called, “Why Preach the Old Testament?” This was an eye opening article and a topic that I thought would be helpful to preachers today. I reached out to a few of our contributors and asked them for…
September 13, 2019
How to Write a SermonPreaching Tips

6 Steps on How to Write a Sermon

Contents Pray without CeasingLike a Broken Record, Read the Text Over & Over AgainStudy Like It’s Finals WeekBrainstorm - All Ideas Are “Good” IdeasFocus Like a LaserTime to Write There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to how to write a sermon. Everyone has their own method, but there…
September 13, 2019
Clearer ViewEncouragement

Look Back for a Clearer View in the Future

I can’t believe it. Christmas is over. The season has come and gone. Just last week my to-do list was a mile long including buying gifts, wrapping gifts, decorating, planning, traveling…the list just kept going and going! Whew! I get tired just thinking about it. But even in the midst…
August 25, 2019
Christmas Eve PrepLeadership

How to Prep for Christmas Eve Services

It’s here. Christmas Eve service is just a few days away. Are you ready? Well let’s go over the checklist: Music team in place? Check. Bulletins printed and folded? Check. Presents bought and wrapped for my kids? Che…wait. Don’t get distracted. Back to the service. Sanctuary clean? Check. Spouse's present…
August 20, 2019
More CommunicationLeadership

3 More Ways to Communicate Better

Okay, we should be honest: whether you’re a pastor or new to a faith journey with Jesus, there is one concept that rings true for all of us in communication, “What you say is whom you portray.”  For pastors and leaders, this portrayal is of Jesus Christ and the legacy…
August 20, 2019
Laptop Sermon PlanPreaching Tips

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