Friendly Reminder: Honor All the Moms
As we approach Mothers Day, it is important that we in the church honor all the moms—not just the traditional picture of motherhood we are used to.
The Name They’re Here to Hear
We must connect the main point of the message with the people who are listening. If they don’t “hear their name,” by seeing how it affects them personally, they may find your sermon interesting, but it is less likely to be impactful.
The Preacher’s Responsibility
“In some ways, I really don’t feel responsible for what the people of my church believe, but I feel very responsible for what they hear.” – Nadia Bolz-Weber
First Things Are First But Not First
The first things are so important–the first chords, first words, first lines. In fact, they are so important, we may not want to craft them first.
Interwoven Scripture: John 10:11-18 and 1 John 3:16-24 (Year B Easter 4)
Interwoven readings of John 10:11-18 and 1 John 3:16-24, the Gospel and New Testament lectionary texts for the Third Sunday After Easter in three translations (NRSV, CEB, and The Message).