Mentioned Resources

New Studies of Biblical Theology

The Bible Project Classroom

NT Wright Online Courses

Ministry Pass

Best Commentaries

GETMO

Preaching Through Podcast

How to Prepare A Sermon

In this Bonus Episode from Preaching Through Podcast Luke shares his process for preparing each sermon, from the moment the preaching calendar is set all the way to the minutes following preaching the final service.

Gathering The Ingredients

Revisit notes, recall previous materials, review commentaries, make bullet notes, and identify best ingredients.

Discerning What to Make

The art of sermon prep to determine the angle, where it wants to go, and identify what holds together all of the ingredients.

Start Cooking

The art of sermon prep to determine the angle, where it wants to go, and identify what holds together all of the ingredients.

Seasoning

Adding illustrations, pictures, stories, quotes, and other elements that highlight and amplify the core idea of the message.

Serving

"Preaching to sinners and sufferers" three times on Sunday.

RECOMMENDED LISTENING
Listen to the episode Preaching Through A Sermon Calendar which is a great compliment to this bonus episode. You’ll gain insights and best practices for preparing a 12-month sermon calendar. Listen now!

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