You're Not Crazy Gospel-Focused Sermon Preparation
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Jun 16, 2022 The hosts dive into the art of sermon preparation, emphasizing not just information transfer but cultivating encounters with Jesus. They highlight the importance of divine guidance and developing a gospel-centered culture within the church. Personal stories illustrate the balance between thoughtful preparation and the need for spiritual reliance. The conversation touches on the emotional journey of preaching and the crucial role of clarity, including the usefulness of scripture journals for deeper engagement.
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Pray for Jesus's Beauty to Be Seen
- Pray for more than just faithfulness in sermon preparation.
- Ask God to help your congregation see and revel in Jesus's beauty.
Preaching Christ, Not Self-Improvement
- Preaching should not focus on self-improvement but on presenting Christ.
- Christ's perfect obedience and atoning death replace our flawed efforts.
Hearing Christ in Preaching
- Preaching isn't about the pastor's brand, but about Christ.
- True preaching lets the listener hear Christ himself.