Welcome to The Biblical Preaching Podcast: Preaching and teaching the Bible can feel like a lonely path to travel and there is always so much more to learn. Jo...
When we step up to preach, do we truly understand the diversity in our congregation? We’re speaking to a mix of believers and seekers, young and old, men and women—and that’s just the beginning. How can we craft sermons that speak to each individual while addressing the whole group?In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the art of preaching to a varied audience, offering practical insights for connecting God’s Word to the hearts of all listeners. Whether you're preaching to seasoned Christians or those still exploring faith, this discussion will deepen your understanding of effective, biblical preaching.Thank you for joining us for this enriching conversation, where we explore how to faithfully share God’s heart with a mixed congregation.Please do like, comment, share with others, etc. We really appreciate your prayers for this ministry and your help in spreading the word. Please do subscribe to the YouTube channel – thanks!Listen to The Biblical Preaching PodcastSpotifyApple PodcastsAvailable on all major podcast platforms!For More Information:Visit Cor DeoCheck out Peter's Biblical Preaching blogFollow Us:Twitter: @CorDeoUK | @PeterMead | @realMChalmersInstagram: @Peter.MeadKeywords: Biblical Preaching, Evangelical, Church, Ministry, Pulpit, Expository Preaching, Audience Analysis, Christian Life, Sermon Preparation
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Episode 8: Jonathan Thomas on Listening to Preaching
In this episode, Peter sits down with Jonathan Thomas for an insightful conversation about preaching. With two decades of experience as a local church pastor, Jonathan has now transitioned to religious media, giving him a fresh perspective as a listener of sermons. What catches his attention now? Surprisingly, it’s not the things he once prioritized when he started preaching.Jonathan’s reflections are filled with profound wisdom and warm humility. He challenges us to rethink our approach to preaching: If listeners aren’t valuing the elements he once thought were critical, what truly matters? And how should preachers adapt if their audience isn’t engaging with sermons in the way Jonathan describes?After hearing from Jonathan, co-hosts Peter and Mike dive deeper into his insights and offer encouragement for preachers to close out the episode. Join us for this enriching discussion on biblical preaching.Thank you for tuning in to this, your conversation about preaching that shares God’s heart.Links: The Biblical Preaching Podcast is available on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5TnKzd9ilqpEbaAIJyBGbA?si=c91bbed0b5324099], Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-biblical-preaching-podcast/id1791762962], and all good purveyors of popular podcasts!For more information on Cor Deo, please visit www.cordeo.org.ukCheck out Peter’s Biblical Preaching blog – www.biblicalpreaching.netFollow us on Twitter - @CorDeoUK @PeterMead @realMChalmers Follow us on Instagram - @Peter.Mead
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Episode 7: How To Break Through 7 Sermon Prep Logjams!
How to break through 7 sermon prep logjams! In this discussion from The Biblical Preaching Podcast, hosts Peter Mead and Mike Chalmers consider how to break through those stuck moments that any preacher can experience in the preparation process.What can you do when you cannot decide what passage to preach? What about when the passage you have to preach is simply overwhelming? And then, once you get into your study and get stuck with too much information? What about when a sermon simply won’t flow onto the page? What about when life hits and you cannot get to your desk to prepare at all? Or the times the sermon is almost ready, but there is a hole that needs a specific illustration, but you can’t find it? And then, what about when you’ve prepared a sermon, but suddenly lose all confidence before preaching? Seven logjams. Listen as Peter and Mike offer practical suggestions to help break through!For more detail on the “7 Logjams” – please see Peter’s post on BiblicalPreaching.netLinks: The Biblical Preaching Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all good purveyors of popular podcasts!For more information on Cor Deo, please visit www.cordeo.org.ukCheck out Peter’s Biblical Preaching blog – www.biblicalpreaching.netFollow us on Twitter - @CorDeoUK @PeterMead @realMChalmersFollow us on Instagram - @Peter.Mead
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Episode 6: Bitesize - Preaching Easter
The Easter story is the heart of the Christian faith, and a key moment in our calendar. How can we preach the Easter story effectively? In this Biblical Preaching Bitesize, Peter Mead shares ten pointers to help us preach Easter in a compelling and life-changing way. We need to beware of familiarity, both in our listeners, and in our own hearts. We need to recognize the challenges of blended accounts, and falling back into old habits with preaching the Easter story. Thank you for listening to this Biblical Preaching Bitesize. We really appreciate any comments, likes, shares, and of course, your prayers for this ministry!
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Episode 5: Interview - Revival (Part 2)
In part two of our conversation with Jonathan Thomas, we continue exploring the profound connection between revival and preaching. Jonathan, a former pastor of 20 years and now a producer and editor in religious media, challenges us with a powerful metaphor: lifting up our sail as we preach. While deeply intrigued by revival, Jonathan offers an unexpected perspective—why we shouldn’t seek revival directly—and shares a moment of encouragement, reminding us that God is working in ways far beyond what we can see.Following Jonathan’s insights, Peter and Mike reflect on the conversation and unpack its implications for our own preaching and ministry.This is the conclusion of a rich and inspiring two-part series that has already resonated with many. Please join in, this is your conversation about biblical preaching!
Welcome to The Biblical Preaching Podcast: Preaching and teaching the Bible can feel like a lonely path to travel and there is always so much more to learn. Join the conversation for preachers hosted by Peter Mead and Mike Chalmers, Cor Deo mentors, as they discuss all aspects of preaching and share encouragement for all involved in biblical ministry. Do not travel alone! Instead, join in the conversation with The Biblical Preaching Podcast as we all keep on growing as preachers and encourage one another in preaching that points to Jesus, transforms lives, builds churches and changes the world!
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