#208 | After the Sermon
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
We spend so much time on sermon preparation, but what comes after is just as vital. Learn what to do after the sermon to guard against pride and spiritual warfare, and ensure the preached Word bears fruit. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of Shiloh.Church in Jacksonville, Florida Produced by...
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#207 | Effective Sermon Illustrations
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
A good sermon has explanation, application, and illustration. If you want to preach faithfully, you must work hard at illustration. Here are 9 essential places to look to improve your sermon preparation and ensure clear communication. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of Shiloh.Church in...
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#206 | How the Pew Can Be a Blessing to the Pulpit
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
The pulpit is a blessing to the pew, but how can the pew be a blessing to the pulpit? I share a few simple yet profound ways to encourage and appreciate your pastor. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of Shiloh.Church in Jacksonville, Florida Produced by Luke Clayton and the team at...
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#205 | Pastors I Appreciate
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
You're a leader, but who leads you? During Pastors' Appreciation Month, I reflect on the men who were pastors to me and share why pastors need pastors to thrive. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at https://CISmag.org Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of Shiloh.Church in Jacksonville, Florida Produced by Luke Clayton and the team...
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#204 | Formal and Ongoing Preparation
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
A passionate preacher without a commitment to prepare is just a desire to perform. The call to preach comes with a call to prepare, and there are three ways a preacher must prepare himself. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of Shiloh.Church in Jacksonville, Florida Produced by Luke Clayton...
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#203 | Overcoming Writer's Block
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
We’ve all been there: a deadline is looming, and the words just won’t come. What do you do when you’re facing that resistance in your sermon preparation? Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of Shiloh.Church in Jacksonville, Florida Produced by Luke Clayton and the team at...
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#202 | The Lonely Preacher
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
Most of a pastor’s work is spent among the people—counseling, planning, and leading. But the most critical part of pastoral ministry is the work done in solitude. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of Shiloh.Church in Jacksonville, Florida Produced by Luke Clayton and the team at...
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#201 | Planning Your Preaching
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
As a pastor, I've learned the power of planning. Don't let the pressures of ministry get the best of you. I want to tell you why every preacher should have a preaching calendar. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Register for the Cutting It Straight Conference at https://HBCharlesJr.com Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of...
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#200 | Preaching to Different Audiences
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
Ever wonder why a sermon falls flat for some but not others? It's not the message, it's the audience. Discover how to connect with every person in the pews, from the biblically illiterate to the hardened unbeliever. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Register for the Cutting It Straight Conference at https://HBCharlesJr.com Subscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better. Hosted by H.B....
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#199 | Avoiding Preaching Assumptions
On Preaching with H.B. Charles Jr.
Unlock the secrets to impactful sermons by steering clear of common assumptions. Explore dynamic strategies to connect deeply with your audience and deliver messages that truly resonate. Transform your preaching approach with insights that inspire and engage. Get a new website, unlimited custom graphics, & full-service podcast production services at Register for the Cutting It Straight Conference at https://HBCharlesJr.com ubscribe to the Cutting It Straight magazine at Connect with H.B. and access more resources at The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach...
info_outlineEver wonder how powerful preachers prepare? Discover 10 hacks, including a colorful secret and the power of listening, that will transform your sermon prep from frantic to focused.
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Sermon Preparation Hacks:
- Print Sermon Text: Use a Word document for active engagement.
- Slow Down: Prioritize deep and clear thinking.
- Read Study Bibles Early: Gain initial insights and consider lay perspectives.
- Read Different Levels of Commentary: For varied insights (exegesis, homiletics, application).
- Listen to Sermons on the Text: Immerse in the passage through others' preaching.
- Memorize Cross-References: Enhance preaching with integrated Scripture.
- Look for Quotes as Illustrations: Use impactful, concise quotes.
- Don't Fully Write Out Application: Allow for Spirit-led application in the moment.
- Color Code Sermon Manuscript: Visually organize for effective delivery.
- Read Your Manuscript Multiple Times Aloud: Internalize the message for confident delivery.
The On Preaching Podcast is dedicated to helping you to preach faithfully, clearly, and better.
Hosted by H.B. Charles, Jr., Pastor-Teacher of Shiloh.Church in Jacksonville, Florida
Produced by Luke Clayton and the team at IncreaseCreative.Co