unSeminary Podcast

Cut Prep Time, Boost Engagement: The Future of Preaching with Eric Smith

May 8, 2025
In this discussion, Eric Smith, founder of Hope City Church and co-creator of SermonDone, unveils how AI can revolutionize sermon preparation. He emphasizes that 83% of churchgoers choose their congregation based on the quality of teaching. Eric explains how SermonDone helps pastors personalize their content, saving time without sacrificing theological integrity. By using a personalized profile, the tool learns each pastor's voice, allowing for authentic messages. This innovation not only accelerates research but also boosts engagement in the preaching process.
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ANECDOTE

Hope City Church Growth Story

  • Eric Smith planted Hope City Church in Florida and grew it from 15 people to over 1,500 attendees in about three and a half years.
  • They also launched a second campus and are in a capital campaign for a new facility at their original location.
INSIGHT

Genesis of Sermon Done

  • Eric's desire to help pastors led to creating Sermon Done, a sermon assistant that produces biblically sound, personalized sermon content.
  • It helps pastors save time researching and writing without compromising theological accuracy and matches their unique voice.
ADVICE

Use Sermon Done with Your Voice

  • Sermon Done is designed to be easy for pastors new to AI, providing trustworthy, biblically sound content.
  • Upload up to 15 sermons so it learns your voice and style, accelerating research and idea generation.
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