Tag: sermon
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Approach Serious Topics Humorously
Sometimes serious topics can be more easily addressed humorously, but must be done discerningly. Try it out in your next sermon!
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Laugh Before a Bomb (from Jon Tyson)
Use humor before delivering serious messages to relax audiences, foster connection, and regain attention, making it easier for them to absorb difficult topics.
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Make it Memorable
To ensure congregants remember your messages, use memorable methods like props or catchy phrases, focusing on content significance rather than presentation distractions.
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Walk the Neighborhood
Running, walking, and biking our neighborhoods connects us to our community, making our sermons more relevant and fostering stronger congregation engagement.
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A Preaching Tip from Eugene Peterson
Based on Eugene Peterson’s own practice, preachers should adopt their own “pastor” to preach to them on a weekly basis. Pastors need sermons too.
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Set the Table
Thoughts on preparing a welcoming atmosphere for sharing the Word of God, particularly the importance of engaging beginnings that excite congregants before the message begins.
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Preaching Tip from Former FBI Negotiator
Chris Voss emphasizes that understanding others is crucial for effective communication. As preachers, we can adopt his practice in the pulpit.
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One Way to Know You Need a Transition
Effective sermon transitions enhance clarity. If you struggle recalling what follows, evaluate connections between sections and add brief linking statements for better flow.
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Avoid the Ditch of Ignorance
This week’s preaching tip emphasizes avoiding the Ditch of Ignorance, encouraging preachers to acknowledge gaps in knowledge while maintaining authority and authenticity during sermons.
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Avoid the Ditch of Expertise
Preachers must balance expertise and ignorance, acknowledging their uncertainties while guiding congregations toward God, fostering genuine faith without the pressure of having all the answers.
Preacher's Block 