The Preaching Lab

The conversation covers vacation experiences, dealing with church hurt, and fortifying against church hurt for young pastors. Jason and Adam share their vacation stories, followed by a discussion on handling church hurt and fortifying oneself against it as a pastor. The conversation delves into the multifaceted responsibilities and challenges of pastoral ministry, emphasizing the need for thorough...

The conversation begins with introductions and a discussion about a new setting. It then transitions to meeting Brother Drew and discussing Texan Bona Fides. The conversation moves on to topics of barbecue and preaching, followed by a discussion about conversion and seminary. The transition to pastoring is then explored, followed by a discussion about ordination and the plurality of elders. The co...

The conversation explores the challenges of dealing with church failure, criticism of purity culture, church discipline, accusations of church cover-ups, the role and responsibility of the church, navigating church hurt, and addressing pastor hurt. The speakers emphasize the importance of understanding intention, taking responsibility, and seeking healing and restoration. Takeaways Understanding t...

The conversation begins with a light-hearted discussion about the weather and the importance of rain for beekeeping. It then transitions to introductions and a brief overview of Dr. Gary O'Neill's background. The main focus of the conversation is on the importance of preaching the Old Testament in a way that is connected to Christ, the gospel, and the redemptive narrative of Scripture. Dr. O'Neill...

The conversation covers a range of topics including Easter reflections, service structure, sports, pastoral care, physical and spiritual fitness, consistency in health and fitness, importance of sleep and rest, neglect of health and fitness, diet and caloric intake, discipline in food intake, regular health checkups, and longevity in ministry. Takeaways Balancing physical and spiritual fitness is...

The podcast features a conversation with Gavin Roberts, a church planter in Morgan, Utah, who discusses his experiences and insights on preaching, church planting, and Christian education. The conversation delves into the challenges of church planting in a predominantly non-LDS community, the importance of effective preaching, and the role of education in shaping a preacher's journey. The importan...

The conversation covers the challenges of sermon preparation and the different methods used by the speakers. It also delves into the importance of heart preparation for sermon delivery. Takeaways Sermon preparation challenges Different sermon preparation methods Chapters 00:00 Remembering Robert Duvall 05:44 The Art of Sermon Preparation 19:12 Sermon Preparation Workflow 35:02 Sermon Preparation a...

The episode features a discussion with Derrick A. Bremer, a pastor preparing for missionary work in France. The conversation delves into the art of preaching, the balance of eloquence and gospel message, and the incorporation of beauty into sermons. Derrick shares insights on ministry in a post-Christian context and the importance of crafting memorable phrases and metaphors in sermons. Takeaways P...

The conversation explores the integration of biblical counseling and preaching, emphasizing the interconnectedness of pastoral care and sermon preparation. It delves into the distinction between biblical counseling and other forms of counseling, as well as the need for an integrated vision of preaching as a primary means of caring for souls. The discussion also addresses the historical separation...

This podcast episode explores the significance of personal prayer in the life of pastors and its impact on their preaching. It delves into the challenges, insecurities, and misconceptions surrounding personal prayer, emphasizing the view of prayer as communion and the analogy of prayer as breathing in and breathing out. The episode also discusses the subtleness of God's response to prayer, the imp...

The podcast hosts reunite after a hiatus, sharing updates on their lives and families. The conversation covers their experiences, achievements, and changes over the years. The conversation covers a range of topics including the expectations for LSU football, the purpose of the podcast, the crucial role of friendships in ministry, navigating change in ministry, dependence on ordinary means of grace...