Preaching Through Podcast
Pastors are planning, preparing, and preaching in isolation. It is not that they don’t have trusted friends and family around them – they do. The isolation they are facing is in their own ministry where they play multiple positions, fill multiple roles, and feel they do not have anyone else to share the burden of preaching and teaching with. The Preaching Through podcast is the conversation that takes place when pastors come together to encourage one another to grow, challenging each other’s ability to communicate the Gospel. Each episode gives you a seat table with ministry leaders exploring how to plan and prepare to preach through topics, books, and subjects that are central to following Jesus in 21st Century America.
Episodes
33 episodes since 2022
Sabbaticals for Pastors
A sabbatical can be a game-changer for high capacity, high vision lead pastors, offering an opportunity for deep rest and renewal. Those who have the chance to take one often find it to be an invaluable investment in their short-term ministry, ...
July 02, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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1:05:33
Preaching Through Crisis & Opportunity
Mars Hill planted a location in Phoenix, Arizona. Six months later the church collapsed. Instead of shutting down the church and returning home, Tim Birdwell launched a new church the very next Sunday. Not only did Tim transition from preaching...
June 25, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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55:23
How to Shorten Your Sermon Length and Preaching Time
Are you struggling to keep your sermons concise yet powerful? Preaching is an art form that you can improve in over time and the practice of shaving down your sermon lengths while striving to maintain impact is a discipline that will help you c...
June 18, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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41:16
Preaching Through Sermon Illustrations
Sermon illustrations are vital for making biblical truths come alive in a way that will stick with listeners over the long-haul. Yet, illustration ideas is an ongoing struggle for many preachers. Uncovering an illustration that effectively shin...
June 11, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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57:28
Preaching Through Sermon Introductions
A killer introduction is critical for getting people to not just listen to your sermon... but actually care about the message you're about to share. A rookie preacher can captivate attention with a strong introduction as easily as a veteran pre...
March 12, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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55:39
Preaching Through God's Greatness, Gloriousness, Goodness, Graciousness
We all tend to shrink God down to size in our minds, crafting Him into a more comfortable and understandable being. But in today's episode, the focus is on expanding the vision of who God truly is in all His greatness, glory, goodn...
March 05, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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40:36
Preaching Through Your Sermon Points
Whether you're a seasoned preacher or just starting out, a clear sermon structure is crucial for effectively communicating biblical truth. In today's episode, we'll be breaking down the essential architecture of an impactful sermon...
February 27, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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40:28
Preaching Through Your Voice
Do you sometimes feel like an imposter when you step into the pulpit? Like you're trying to imitate other preachers rather than preaching as your authentic self? Finding your unique preaching voice can free you up to genuinely pastor your flock...
February 20, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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33:05
Preaching Through Books of the Bible
Preaching through an entire book of the Bible can seem daunting. How do you keep people engaged week after week? What if you hit confusing passages or genealogies? And how slow should you take it - verse by verse or breezing through larger sect...
February 13, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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48:36
Preaching Through Money
God's biggest rival isn't Satan, it's money.Money is already sensitive topic for so many. When the church starts talking about money it ticks the boxes of culturally and emotionally difficult topics. Lead pastors should talk about money...
February 06, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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44:54
Preaching Through A Big Change
New lead pastor? Merging with another congregation? Sharing some disappointing news that impacts everyone? Changing the name of your church? Most preachers will experience the responsibility of preaching through a big change that impacts everyo...
January 29, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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50:06
Preaching Through Summer
Preaching through summer months is a different experience for every church. For churches in Phoenix, Arizona summer includes 31 consecutive days 110 degrees... for churches in Toledo, Ohio the summers represent the best months of the year. ...
November 14, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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40:45
Preaching Through Your First Year
You're at a new church...Maybe you planted it.Or, maybe you're stepping into a new role at an already established church.What should that first year of preaching look like? Are there principles to help you navigate building ...
November 07, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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43:32
Preaching Through The Series After Easter
There are two questions you should ask people in your newcomers class. The first one is a no-brainer. "What made you decide to visit our church."The second question... "Why did you decide to come back?"How great wou...
October 17, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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32:17
Preaching Through Praise, Criticism, and Silence
You frequently find yourself navigating the nuanced worlds of praise, criticism, and most palpably, silence when it comes to your preaching. How serious do you take the criticism? How meaningful is the praise? How do you continue to invest and ...
October 03, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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38:34
Preaching Through Sermon Notes
Are you preaching from a manuscript? Do you have a bullet point list that serves as your sermon notes? Are you stepping into the pulpit with no notes with your entire message memorized and ready to deliver?Very few pastors ever start ou...
September 26, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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37:52
Preaching Through Camps & Conferences
How fun would it be to use your best stories, best illustrations, best jokes, and best sermon content for two, three, even four sermons straight?What's more... everyone shows up for every message!This is the opportunity afforded...
September 12, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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37:05
Preaching Through The Camera
Get used to preaching in front of a camera — it's not going away. In fact, it may become more and more common for pastors to teach and preach through a lens to supplement the live weekend preaching. In this episode of Preaching Thr...
September 05, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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40:00
Preaching Through Weddings and Funerals
There is a 'right way' to preach through a wedding and funeral... 'get out of the way, its not about you.' It's true, no one is there to see you, yet, you have such an important part.From storytelling, to sharing the Gospel, to minister...
August 29, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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45:34
Preaching Through The ABCs of Preaching
What do you believe your sermons have the power to do? What do you believe about the weekly preaching moment? Who or what should have influence over your preaching? What are your Assumptions, Beliefs, and Convictions about preachin...
August 22, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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44:52
Preaching Through A Fall Launch
Preaching is most effective at leading congregational change when aligned with and supporting other discipleship environments in the church. The annual calendar provides natural seasons of momentum and choosing one core emphasis or initiative t...
August 15, 2023
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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47:04
BONUS: How to Prepare A Sermon
If you're unhappy with your sermon prep process, you're not alone. When surveying pastors and asking them to share an area where they would like to become stronger in related to their preaching an overwhelming amount say things like:A b...
August 10, 2023
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1:13:51
Preaching Through The Old Testament
Concubines, slavery, the murder of women and children, adultery, and conspiracy are just a few of the topics in Old Testament books that can discourage pastors from embracing the Hebrew Scriptures and stick with the New Testament books. I...
November 08, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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49:04
Preaching Through Non-Fiction Books
Preaching through a non-fiction book sermon series. There are many benefits to incorporating the work of other authors, pastors, and writers into your sermons, even doing entire studies around their works... but should you do it? Is it wise?&nb...
November 01, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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47:14
Preaching Through Tough Texts
You will be responsible for preaching through tough texts. Whether the texts are tough theologically speaking or tough culturally speaking, your people will be watching how you handle yourself and the scriptures. As important as it is to handle...
October 25, 2022
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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54:18