Preaching Coach Podcast with Dr. David Allen

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. David Allen discusses how to preach on the hot topic of substance abuse. Specifically, Dr. Allen addresses how to preach about alcohol use and abuse. Sermon Recommendation Is It Wise For A Christian To Drink Alcohol? - By Robby Gallaty

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. Allen elaborates on preaching on the topic of homosexuality. Learn how to preach the truth of the scriptures with love.

In this edition of the Preaching Coach Podcast, Dr. David Allen discuss principles for preaching on hot topics. Recommended Resources: Biblical Principles For Human Sexuality - By David Closson

The Preaching Coach Podcast features a conversation between Dr. David Allen and Pastor Jarrett Stephens, that took place at the Southern Baptist Convention in 2023. Throughout this episode, hear Dr. Allen and Pastor Stephens discuss the importance of preaching in their ministries. The two also discuss the importance and need for evangelistic preaching. Jarrett Stephens serves as Senior Pastor of C...

The Preaching Coach Podcast features a conversation between Dr. David Allen and Dr. Jamie Dew, that took place at the Southern Baptist Convention in 2023. Throughout this episode, hear Dr. Dew share the importance of servanthood and humility for the ministry. Dr. Jamie Dew is the President and Professor of Christian Philosophy at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. David Allen discusses what to do when you feel spiritually dry.

The Preaching Coach Podcast features a conversation between Dr. Allen and Dr. Candi Finch, that took place at the Southern Baptist Convention in 2023. Throughout this episode, hear Dr. Finch share some of her thoughts on feminist theology and women’s roles in the Church. Dr. Finch holds multiple roles at Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary , including Dean of Women, Director of Admissions, an...

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. David Allen discusses how to combat isolation in ministry.

The Preaching Coach Podcast features a conversation between Dr. Allen and Dr. Michael Spradlin that took place at the Southern Baptist Convention in 2023. Throughout this episode, hear Dr. Spradlin shares some thoughts on preaching and the legacy of Adrian Rogers. Dr. Spradlin currently serves as the President of Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary .

The Preaching Coach Podcast features a conversation between Dr. Allen and Dr. Jim Shaddix. Dr. Shaddix is a Professor of Preaching at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary which is located in Wake Forest, NC. Book Recommendations: Power in the Pulpit: How to Prepare and Deliver Expository Sermons - By Jerry Vines & Jim Shaddix Progress in the Pulpit: How to Grow in Your Preaching - By Jerr...

On this edition of the Preaching Coach Podcast, Dr. Allen interviews pastor Adam Dooley. Dr. Dooley is the Senior Pastor of Englewood Baptist Church located in Jackson, Tennessee. In this episode, Dr. Allen and Dr. Dooley discuss the importance of passion in our preaching. Book Recommendation: Passion in the Pulpit: How to Exegete the Emotion of Scripture By Jerry Vines and Adam Dooley

In this edition of the Preaching Coach Podcast, Dr. Allen address how to not bore people in our preaching and teaching. Borning preaching is one of the great sins of preaching and should communicate the Word of God with passion and excitement. The Bible is not boring instead often we preachers are boring. Book Recommendation: The Power of Multisensory Preaching and Teaching: Increase Attention, Co...

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. Allen addresses two topics: preaching in a new context and preaching in a slump. In this episode, Dr. Allen shares some advice on how to navigate the waters of a new preaching context. Dr. Allen also shares some counsel not just on how the preacher can get into a slump, but on how to get out of a preaching slump.

The Preaching Coach podcast episode is a repost of Episode 5: Preaching Like Yourself. In this edition of the Preaching Coach Podcast, Dr. David L. Allen will examine how to preach like yourself! Personality, originality, and integrity are the three necessary words if you are to preach like yourself. Listen to Dr. Allen share how these three words are vital to experiencing confidence in your preac...

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. Allen interviews Dr. Matt Queen about his two new books on evangelism. Dr. Matt Queen serves as interim provost and holds the L.R. Scarborough Chair of Evangelism (“Chair of Fire”), and professor of evangelism. His research and writing center around the gospel message, personal evangelism, and evangelizing as a congregation. Dr. Queen regularly l...

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. Allen discusses how to discover and make a main point in our preaching and teaching based on the text of scripture. Book Recommendations : Power in the Pulpit: How to Prepare and Deliver Expository Sermons - Jerry Vines and Jim Shaddix The Big Idea Companion for Preaching and Teaching: A Guide from Genesis to Revelation - Matthew D. Kim and Scott...

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. David Allen discusses how to know your audience in preaching. Miscommunication often occurs because a speaker doesn’t know their audience. Understanding who you are speaking to is critical for effective communication. The goal is to tailor our sermon content to the needs of the people without changing or minimizing the text of scripture. In this...

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. David Allen discusses how to find or recover your voice as a preacher and teacher.

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. David Allen discusses knowing when to stay vs. when go in ministry. Book Recommendation: How to Listen to God - By Charles Stanley A Tale of Three Kings: A Study in Brokenness - Gen Edward

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. David Allen discusses the strengths of different generations of pastors and why we need each other. In this episode, learn some of the characteristics between young pastors (25-39), the middle generation of pastors (40-59), and older experienced ministers (age 60+).

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. David Allen discusses how to carry out financial stewardship and transparency in the local church. Related Preaching Coach Podcast: Preaching and Stewardship

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. Allen discusses church management and structure in the local church. Learn about the role and responsibilities of pastors, deacons, and church committees. Hear about some best practices and principles for effective church management.

In this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. Allen is joined by guest Dr. Daniel Dickard to discuss the value of mentorship for pastors. Dr. Dickard serves as the Senior Pastor at Shandon Baptist Church in Columbia, SC. Daniel also serves as the president of the 2023 Southern Baptist Pastors' Conference. Related Preaching Coach Podcast: The Value of Mentorship for Pastors – Part 1 The Value...

On this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. Allen continues the series on the value of mentorship for pastors. Learn some of the practical reasons pastors need a mentor in the ministry. Book Recommendation: Letters Along the Way: From a Senior Saint to a Junior Saint - By D. A. Carson, John D. Woodbridge Lectures to My Students - By Charles Spurgeon A Mentor's Wisdom: Lessons I Learned Fro...

On this edition of the Preaching Coach podcast, Dr. Allen begins a new series of episodes related to the value of mentorship for pastors. Learn some of the biblical reasons a pastor needs a mentor. Related Preaching Coach Podcast: The Value of Mentorship for Pastors – Part 2