Expositors Collective Clarity, Communication Theory and Finding Your Own Voice
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Sep 30, 2025 
Ryan Marr, Pastor of Calvary Chapel St. Petersburg, shares his insights from 21 years in ministry. He emphasizes the importance of reviewing one's sermons to improve delivery and find an authentic voice. Marr discusses how his communications major shaped his preaching style and shares practical techniques to eliminate filler words. He also talks about the transformative experience of attending seminary and the value of integrating personal life with Scripture in sermons, encouraging new preachers to embrace their unique voice.
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Wedding Ring That Stole The Sermon
- Ryan's earliest memorable sermon on Jonah was marred by a distracting habit: removing his wedding ring to stop it clinking.
- A congregant commented on the gesture more than the message, teaching him delivery matters.
Record And Audit Your Delivery
- Listen to recordings of your preaching to hear filler words, pace, and tone you miss in real time.
- Practice purposeful breathing before sentences to remove filler words and improve clarity.
Breathe Before You Speak
- Force a breath before each new sentence to slow pace and eliminate filler words like 'um' and 'like'.
- Treat pauses like musical rests so the message can land and listeners can process.
