Something about this image strangely warms the heart of those of us involved in leading, attending, or even supplying curricula for bible study: With bibles open, group members sit in circles & not rows, and share their lives together through encounters with...
In this Vlog Talbot talks about topics related to the book Come Alive: Conversations with Scripture. Let’s take a look at some structural things people need to look for when trying to unlock the meaning in scriptures. Also, how does knowing the story behind the story...
There is an important discovery I made as a pastor that has had a significant impact on all the other areas of my church leadership. It’s helped people be more engaged with my sermons. It’s helped our church grow closer to Jesus. It’s helped our staff become better...
In this Vlog Talbot talks about topics related to the book Come Alive: Conversations with Scripture. Let's take a look at how the Come Alive book series bridges the gap between the culture in the Bible and today’s context. We'll uncover skills that people need to...
In this vlog we will discuss the urge to copy someone you find irresistible and how it's better to learn from, digest from and then discover your own voice. Find out who you are, find your own voice. Hopefully, you find this video helpful. If you’d like to learn more,...
In this video I briefly discuss how journalism relates to preaching and talk about a few new discoveries for crafting a bottom line. Hopefully, you find this video helpful. If you’d like to learn more, check out my book on the topic: Simplify the Message: Multiply the...
In this Vlog we dive deeper into the concept of going from interested to interesting. What have you learned about being interesting since writing Simplify the Message – Multiply the Impact? Has writing reading prompts made you a more interesting preacher? Hopefully,...
In this Vlog we talk about the sacred art of noticing. We will answer the following questions. What have you learned about noticing since the release of Simplify the Message - Multiply the Impact? Can you share a little more about the good company of great noticers?...
In this Vlog we talk about pastoring to preach vs preaching to pastor. Which approach describes your style? How does pastoring your church help to shape your sermons? Why does knowing your congregation matter? Hopefully, you find this video helpful. If you’d like to...
In this Vlog we will talk about attendance. How much does attendance really matter? Does attendance affect your mood? Should it? Will we ever see pre pandemic attendance numbers again? Hopefully, you find this video helpful. If you’d like to learn more, check out my...