The Preaching Matters Podcast
Welcome to The Preaching Matters Podcast. Preaching Matters is a weekly podcast about expository preaching, sermon preparation, preaching tips, and the art and science of homiletics.
Our episodes discuss preaching and sermon preparation in a refreshing, engaging fashion. We discuss all matters related to preaching because Preaching Matters.
Reach out to Alan Carr at [email protected]. The Preaching Matters Podcast is a ministry of Alan Carr and The Sermon Notebook (http://www.sermonnotebook.org).
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 160
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
95 - How Can I Be A Better Preacher?
In this episode, I want to ask and answer the question, How Can I Be A Better Preacher? We all want to be better at what God has called us to do, right? I want to share 20 tips that ca…
94 - Six Way To Prepare Sermons According To C.H. Spurgeon
Charles H. Spurgeon has been called the "Prince of Preachers." He achieved his title by being devoted to the Word of God and the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Spurgeon had a sharp mi…
93 - The Problem With Modern Preaching
Preaching today is a minefield. When it comes to preaching, the good, the bad, and the ugly are all around us. If you are like me, you have a desire to be the best preachier you can be.…
92 - The Problem Of Preaching At Christmas
Preaching a compelling Christmas message is a challenging assignment. How can we stay fresh year after year? Let me offer a few suggestions.
1. Capture the true wonder of Christmas. Set …
91 - Preaching From The White Spaces
Preaching From The White Spaces
You know what "white space" is, don’t you? It's the tiny space between the verses in our Bibles. Most of the time, there's nothing there to think about. T…
90 - Inductive Bible Study
We all know we should read and study the Bible. But sometimes, the task seems overwhelming. In this episode, I want to introduce you to the inductive Bible study method. This Bible stid…
89 - How To Develop An Expository Sermon
In this episode, we will discuss how to develop an expository sermon. I want to share ten key elements that every expository sermon should contain. These ten elements of sermon preparat…
88 - How To Mishandle A Bible Story
In this episode I talk about mishandling a Bible story. This is something we should never do. This is something we try hard not to do. But there are times when we handle the stories in …
Bible Episode - Bible Study Tools You Can Use Today
Let's face it, times are tough. Money is tight. Books and Bible software can be expensive. In this bonus episode, I am going to share with you several free resources you can access and …
87 - Why You Should Write Your Sermon Conclusion First
In this episode, I want to provide you with a few reasons why you should write you conclusion first. We often start the sermon writing process with the introduction. I want you to see t…
86 - Ten Preaching Mistakes To Avoid
Ten Preaching Mistakes To Avoid
I sometimes feel awkward giving preachers advice on preaching. We all have our individual style and preaching habits, after all. But since I’m a Senior Pa…
85 - AI - To Use Or Not To Use?
In this episode, we will discuss AI and ChatGTP and whether or not they can or should be used in pastoral ministry. The answer is both yes and no. Listen to the episode and let me know …
84 - Three Ways To Preach Without Notes
Every preacher needs to be able to preach without notes on some occasions.
It is not a freakish skill that only some possess or a unique style that only some need to cultivate. It is som…
83 - I Would Never Do That - Part 2
In this episode, I discuss the church's Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary issues. We are going to see what matters when it comes to our preaching and our belief system.
One of the problem…
82 - I Would Never Do That - Part 1
In this episode, I begin discussing issues often disputed in the church. Today, I deal with 2 Timothy 4:1-5 and Romans 14 regarding how we should treat one another and what is and isn't…
81 - Ten Tips For Sermon (and Preacher) Preparation
In this episode, we offer tne tips for preachers as they prepare their sermons. If nothing else, these are simple reminders that preaching is bigger than we know and more straightforwar…
80 - The Book We Preach
In this episode, we discuss the Bible. We explore different views of inspiration, all of the false views but one. We will discuss plenary, verbal inspiration.
Let me know what you think…
79 - Six Elements Of Good Preaching
Six Essential Elements Of Good Preaching
1. Good Preaching Is Exegetical
Great preaching mines the text for all the truth it contains. It allows the Bible to speak for itself. Good preach…
78 - Seven Keys For Great Preaching
1. Passion — Passion doesn’t mean that you have to rant and rave, but it does mean that you should show some conviction about what you’re preaching. There is a flaw in my nature: I do…
77 - Planning Your Preaching
This week we talk about Planning Your Preaching. In this episode, we discuss planning a preaching calendar. We will cover the following material.
Why Should You Plan Your Preaching?
- A P…