Preaching Through A Teaching Team

10/29/24 • 38 min

Building an effective preaching team is more complex than simply sharing the Sunday morning workload. It's about developing multiple voices, creating cohesive messages, and strategically investing in the next generation of communicators.
But how do you build a preaching team that maintains quality while developing new voices? The answer requires careful consideration and intentional planning.
In this episode of Preaching Through Podcast, we explore the essential elements of creating and maintaining an effective preaching team:

Who should be on the preaching team?
How many times should someone preach to be considered part of the team?
What environments can help develop new preachers?
How do you maintain consistency across different voices?
What role should guest speakers play?

We also dive into practical strategies for smaller churches looking to build their first preaching team, from gaining elder board buy-in to identifying and developing potential communicators. Learn how to navigate feedback, manage expectations, and create opportunities for growth.
Building a preaching team isn't just about sharing the load – it's about creating a leadership development culture that serves both the current congregation and future church leaders. Whether you're part of a large staff or a small church looking to expand your teaching capacity, this episode provides practical insights for developing multiple voices while maintaining quality and consistency.
The journey to building an effective preaching team takes time, patience, and wisdom. But with the right approach and expectations, any church can begin developing the next generation of communicators while serving their congregation well.
Mentioned Resources
Evaluation Form (The Preaching Pack)
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Preaching Through A Sermon Calendar
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Who should be on the preaching team?
How many times should someone preach to be considered part of the team?
What environments can help develop new preachers?
How do you maintain consistency across different voices?
What role should guest speakers play?

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Preaching Through Efficient Sermon Prep

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Efficient sermon preparation is crucial for pastors, but it's often a struggle to balance thorough study with time constraints. This episode of Preaching Through Podcast dives into practical strategies for streamlining the sermon prep process without sacrificing quality.
Key topics covered include:

The importance of developing a systematic approach to sermon preparation
Creating a schedule that protects dedicated prep time
Utilizing tools and resources to enhance efficiency
Leveraging past work through effective retention systems
Setting and sticking to deadlines throughout the prep process

We explore the benefits of a sermon prep system that saves stress, time, energy, and money. Learn how to develop a repeatable process that works for your unique style and context, from gathering initial observations to crafting the final message.
The episode also touches on the value of collaborative preparation, using preaching calendars, and creating the right environment for focused work. Practical tips are shared for overcoming writer's block and getting unstuck when the creative juices aren't flowing.
Efficient sermon prep isn't just about saving time – it's about being a better steward of your energy and resources. By implementing some of these strategies, pastors can reduce stress, increase creativity, and have more margin for other important aspects of ministry and life.
Whether you're looking to overhaul your entire prep process or just make a few tweaks, this episode offers valuable insights to help you preach more effectively and efficiently week after week.
Mentioned Resources
Designing Your Ideal Week Training Day
Personal Retreat Training Day
Sermon Architecture Tool
Preaching Implication Grid (The Preaching Pack)
Related Episodes
How to Prepare a Sermon
Preaching Through a Sermon Calendar

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Preaching Through Judges

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The Book of Judges might seem like an unlikely candidate for a powerful sermon series, but within its ancient pages lies a mirror reflecting our modern struggle with faith, leadership, and moral direction. While some may shy away from its raw content and challenging narratives, this biblical text offers profound insights into human nature and God's unwavering faithfulness.
But what makes Judges uniquely relevant for today's church?
In this episode of Preaching Through Podcast, we explore how to effectively preach through this Old Testament book, breaking down its key themes, cycles, and characters. From Ehud to Gideon, from Jephthah to Samson, each judge's story reveals both the devastating consequences of rejecting God's authority and the amazing grace of His persistent deliverance.
We dive deep into practical strategies for structuring a sermon series through Judges, examining how to handle its complex narratives, difficult content, and recurring themes. Learn how to make these ancient stories resonate with modern audiences while maintaining their theological significance and pastoral application.
The timeless message of Judges - that "everyone did what was right in their own eyes" - speaks directly to our current cultural moment. This episode provides a roadmap for teaching through one of Scripture's most challenging yet relevant books, helping preachers navigate its difficult passages while drawing out life-changing truth for today's congregation.
Whether you're considering preaching through Judges or simply looking to better understand this important biblical book, this episode offers valuable insights into making ancient truth accessible and applicable for contemporary audiences.
Mentioned Resources
Judges Leader's Guide