application
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Repost: Preach with the closing prayer in mind
…and then the preacher says, “lets pray”. I think this point of the sermon (nay – the church meeting) is the pinnacle. This is the moment when you’re asking people to turn what they’ve heard into gospel centred action… The… Continue reading
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How far through your sermon should you start the application?
I wonder if you should – in your mind at least – start the application from your very first words. See, if it’s the application of the truths of the bible, then understanding and being convicted of the truths are… Continue reading
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Excellent application requires two kinds of exegesis
Exegeting a biblical passage or theme isn’t not enough to do excellent application. The other type of exegesis needed is to deeply exegete the heart of yourself and your audience. What will they first think when they hear this? How… Continue reading
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Modern day gifts: The Applicator
Ok, I know that just sounds weird, but hear me out. Some people have a unique and amazing knack at hearing a sermon, reading a passage and just nailing what it practically means for themselves and people around them. They… Continue reading
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