In this video I briefly discuss how a pastor can become more likable in the pulpit. I’ll take a look at the examples of Billy Graham and Chuck Swindol, and how God’s anointing — not clever teaching antics — makes their preaching irresistible.  I’ll specifically...

In this quick video, I share why I preach through a sermons series instead of using a tool like the Lectionary. I’ve found that a sermon series can do for church what “Who Shot J.R.?” did for TV, namely, it helps create a longing in people to find out what’s going to...

The question of time and sermon preparation is a very interesting one. I can't answer this for everyone, I can only tell you what works for me. Here's a few thoughts about my approach to sermon prep: How much time should I spend in sermon prep? How can I find more...

All of my sermons are crafted around one main point, a singular bottom line. I use the one point sermon to cut through the clutter and the noise and impact the lives of our congregation by teaching just one point each week. Below is a quick video where I answer: How...

One of the most helpful techniques I've discovered during my calling as a preacher is learning to preach without notes. It's changed the way I approach writing my sermon, the way I deliver it, and the engagement with my audience. Below is a quick video where I answer:...