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Let’s talk about how to prepare for a sermon. But, I want to approach the topic from a different angle. Instead of talking about how to prepare the message, let’s talk about how to prepare the messenger. You need to … Continue reading

February 22nd, 2012 | Category: Sermon Preparation, Sermon Secrets | Comments:None

I’ve mentioned to you in some of my past blog posts and messages that if you have a controversial or problematic element in a Bible passage you should OPEN your Sunday sermon by drawing attention to it. I know that’s … Continue reading

February 17th, 2012 | Category: How To Write A Sermon, Sermon Creation, Sermon Ideas, Sermon Secrets | Comments:None

I recently received a great email question that I think can help others. Bill S. writes: Dear Coach Randall, My challenge would be to create sermons that would challenge my congregation on becoming more engaged with serving and caring for … Continue reading

February 15th, 2012 | Category: How To Write A Sermon, Reading Scripture, Sermon Secrets | Comments:None

When sermon introductions work, they are a pastor’s best friend. When the introduction of a sermon DOES NOT work… the sermon is over before it ever had a chance to start. Introductions must grab your listeners’ attention. Introductions give your … Continue reading

December 29th, 2011 | Category: How To Write A Sermon, Sermon Creation, Sermon Preparation | Comments:2 Comments »

Last week I posted a Christmas sermon titled Christmas Sermon Done For You – Part 1 and asked for your feedback.  I wanted to hear whether or not a second post that discussed some of the mechanics of the message … Continue reading

December 24th, 2011 | Category: How To Write A Sermon, Sermon Ideas, Sermon Series, Sermons | Comments:None