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Pro Preacher
SERMON: Only One Life – Will Your Legacy Last?
What kind of legacy will you leave? In this sermon, Pastor Brandon shares a powerful message from Joshua 4 about building a legacy that lasts for eternity. Discover how to leave a spiritual legacy that outlives you for generations to come.For more tools and training, check out ProPreacher.com
2025-07-14
31 min
Pro Preacher
You Won't Preach a Great Sermon Without THIS
In this episode, Pastor Brandon unpacks one of the most powerful truths he has ever heard as a pastor: “You can preach a good sermon without loving your people, but you will never preach a great sermon without loving them.”For more tools and training, check out ProPreacher.com
2025-07-07
05 min
Pro Preacher
Should Pastors Preach Politics?
Should pastors preach about politics? In this episode, Pastor Brandon explores when it’s wise, and when it’s dangerous, for pastors to address political issues from the pulpit. Learn how to stay faithful to God’s Word while leading your church with wisdom in a divided world.For more tools and training, check out ProPreacher.com
2025-06-30
06 min
Pro Preacher
8 Essential Tips to Excel in Your First Church Job
Just started working at a church? Passion isn't enough. So I’m sharing 8 practical tips that every new church staff member needs to know. These aren’t profound theological truths (you need that too), but real-world, behind-the-scenes wisdom that will help you earn trust, avoid rookie mistakes, and thrive in your role from day one.For articles, resources, and more, check out ProPreacher.com
2025-04-30
23 min
Pro Preacher
Stop Misapplying Scripture: A Guide To Better Application In Your Preaching
Struggling with sermon application? This episode is all about how to properly apply any passage of Scripture. Discover a simple, three-step framework that will keep you from making the same mistakes that most bad sermons make. For articles, resources, and more, check out ProPreacher.com
2025-01-20
18 min
Pro Preacher
SERMON: What To Do When You Feel Lonely
Loneliness can strike at any time, even in a room full of people. This message dives deep into the heart of loneliness and offers hope through God’s Word. Following Jesus can feel lonely, but you are not alone. For more, go to ProPreacher.com
2024-12-07
34 min
Pro Preacher
SERMON: How the Gospel Shatters Prejudice - Acts 10
In this sermon, pastor Brandon Hilgemann dives deep into the transformative story of Peter and Cornelius from Acts 10. Discover how God dramatically challenged and changed Peter's deeply-held prejudices, opening the door for the Gospel to reach the Gentile world. For more, go to ProPreacher.com
2024-11-12
31 min
Pro Preacher
REVIEW: Is Logos Worth a Subscription?
The new Logos is here, but they switched to a controversial subscription model. Logos is the best Bible app ever made, but is it worth a subscription? In this review, I'll give my answer and discuss the best new features. GET A LOGOS EXTENDED FREE TRIAL
2024-10-30
19 min
Pro Preacher
This Simple Sermon Outline Makes Me Preach Better
Do you ever struggle to start a sermon? You’re not alone! In this video, I share a simple three-part sermon outline that has transformed my preaching, making it clearer, more engaging, and easier to write. Download my FREE sermon outline template.
2024-10-18
11 min
Pro Preacher
The Only Two Ways To Learn About God
We need to understand that there are only two ways you can learn about God: through natural revelation and special revelation. Natural revelation shows us a glimpse of who God is by observing the world that he created, while special revelation is how God has directly revealed himself in supernatural ways. Here's why this matters.
2024-09-26
10 min
Pro Preacher
Logos Bible Software Update: Hands-On with the New AI Sermon Assistant!
Logos Bible Software just added AI to their Sermon Builder, and I got early access to test it out! Can AI help pastors write better sermons? Here’s my hands-on review! Visit ProPreacher.com for articles, resources, and more like this.
2024-09-20
13 min
Pro Preacher
How The Bible Became More Accessible But Less Read Than Ever
Today, we have more Bibles but fewer readers than ever. We have unprecedented Bible access and ignorance. How did we get here? Visit ProPreacher.com for articles, resources, and more like this.
2024-09-05
11 min
Pro Preacher
Can AI Help Your Sermon? Pulpit AI Review
Pulpit AI promises to be a powerful tool for pastors to repurpose their sermon content. With the rise of artificial intelligence, we must use these tools wisely. In this detailed review, I'll walk you through the features of Pulpit AI, from sermon summaries and discussion questions to social media posts and video clips. I'll share my experience with the tool, good and bad. Could this help you maximize the impact of your message? Go to ProPreacher.com for more preaching tips and resources.
2024-08-28
13 min
Pro Preacher
Envy - The Only Cure for the Subtle Sickness of Envy that Will Rot Your Soul
Envy is a subtle sickness that rots our bones. We know it is bad, but we all wrestle with it. In this sermon, Pastor Brandon Hilgemann talks about how envy can tear apart relationships and lead to destructive behavior. We're challenged to recognize envy in our own lives, whether it's coveting material possessions or desiring others' success. The key to overcoming envy is contentment. According to the Bible, this is how we can kill envy and finally be content. Go to ProPreacher.com for resources and more content like this.
2024-08-06
35 min
Pro Preacher
Seminary President Shares Tips on Overcoming Barriers to Seminary Education
The thought of paying thousands of dollars to go through years of seminary education is scary, to say the least. So in this episode, the President of Redemption Seminary, John Schwandt, shares the innovative approach he is taking to help students overcome the biggest challenges to theological education. We also talk about our seminary journeys and some of our best tips for surviving seminary. For articles, resources, training, and more, go to ProPreacher.com And check out redemption.edu to learn more about Redemption Seminary.
2024-07-30
44 min
Pro Preacher
Why Is God Jealous? Understanding Godly vs. Sinful Jealousy
When we think of God, words like love, mercy, and justice come to mind. But what about jealousy? God's jealousy is often misunderstood. In this sermon, Pastor Brandon Hilgemann talks about the difference between jealousy and envy, why God's jealousy is a good thing, and how understanding God's jealousy can deepen our relationship with Him and provide insights into our own emotions. For articles, resources, training, and more, go to ProPreacher.com
2024-07-16
34 min
Pro Preacher
12 Spiritual Disciplines To Strengthen Your Faith
Nobody drifts into discipline. Just as the undisciplined body becomes sluggish and fat, the undisciplined spirit becomes weak. Here are the 12 essential spiritual disciplines that can help strengthen your faith and deepen your relationship with God. Based on biblical teachings and the practices of Jesus, these disciplines are vital for every believer. Get resources, training, and more at ProPreacher.com
2024-07-10
21 min
Pro Preacher
Preach THIS In Every Sermon
Do you preach the Gospel in every sermon? Here's why you should, along with some examples of how the Gospel applies to any sermon topic. Get resources, training, and more at ProPreacher.com
2024-06-19
06 min
Pro Preacher
Six Signals of a Strong Church
How do you know if you are in a strong church? In many years of studying and serving churches, I have identified six signals of a strong church. Get resources, training, and more at ProPreacher.com
2024-06-04
19 min
Pro Preacher
Anxiety - Why is everyone so worried?
Anxiety, worry, and fear are growing problems in our world today. In this sermon, pastor Brandon Hilgemann explains the secret to managing anxiety according to the Bible. A worry problem is a worship problem. We need to trust that God works all things according to his plan. Go to ProPreacher.com for resources, training, and more.
2024-05-10
34 min
Pro Preacher
The Only Goal You Need In Life - Philippians 3:8-21
Don’t stress about setting a bunch of goals that you may never reach. What if you could focus on just one goal that would sort everything else out? That is what we need, and that is what Paul did, and he wrote about it in Philippians 3:8-21 This audio is from a sermon that I preached on New Year's Eve at my church. Go to ProPreacher.com for resources, articles, courses, and more.
2024-02-16
35 min
Pro Preacher
Lessons From My First Sermon
Mike Neglia from the Expositor's Collective podcast interviews Brandon Hilgemann about his first sermon and other lessons from more than 15 years of preaching and helping others grow in their preaching too. For preaching resources mentioned in this episode, go to ProPreacher.com
2024-01-08
42 min
Expositors Collective
How to Improve as a Preacher Over Time (with Brandon Hilgemaan)
Brandon Hilgemaan has learned the power of slow, steady incremental growth as a preacher through intentionally highlighting areas for improvement. Through self assessment (and some feedback from his wife) he has removed some bad habits and added some healthy practices in his personal study and public proclamation of God's Word. He has found that pastors make the mistake of trying to get better in every area of their preaching all at once. But trying to fix everything barely fixes anything. Brandon Hilgemann is a pastor in Tempe, Arizona, and the founder of ProPreacher.com, a popular online res...
2023-11-21
42 min
Arizona Community Church
When You Have all the World can Offer | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann
Who Made You King #8 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | October 1, 2023 | Arizona Community Church | https://az.church | Online giving: https://az.church/give
2023-10-02
33 min
Pro Preacher
The Story of the Bible in Six Words
Many people know Bible stories, but few know the story of the Bible. This is the entire story of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, in six words. See more resources, training, and tools for ministry at ProPreacher.com
2023-09-12
10 min
Pro Preacher
The First Rule of Preaching: Preach the Word
Faithfully preaching the Word of God is the primary calling of a pastor. While the work of pastoral ministry consists of many other things, none of these duties is more important than preaching the Word. See more resources, training, and tools for ministry at ProPreacher.com
2023-08-15
08 min
Pro Preacher
7 Lies About Heaven That People Believe
We need to clear up some false teaching about heaven that many people believe. So here are seven lies that people believe about heaven (and the last is the worst). See more resources, training, and tools for ministry at ProPreacher.com
2023-08-07
37 min
Pro Preacher
Get This 2024 Sermon Calendar
If you preach regularly, you need a sermon calendar to stay organized. Check out my 2024 sermon calendar today at propreacher.com/store
2023-07-31
02 min
Arizona Community Church
Jesus is For Peace | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann
Peace | What Jesus is For #8 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | July 23, 2023 | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2023-07-31
36 min
Pro Preacher
Pastors Should Memorize These Bible Verses
Pastors need to have Bible verses ready to fire at a moment's notice. This is my list of 35 verses that pastors should memorize. Get resources, training, and more for pastors at ProPreacher.com
2023-07-24
12 min
Arizona Community Church
7 Misconceptions About Heaven | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann
Discovering the liberty in following Christ | The Truth Will Set You Free #7 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | May 28, 2023 | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2023-06-06
37 min
Arizona Community Church
The Mark of The Christian | Brandon Hilgemann
Love One Another | This is Love #3 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | April 5, 2023 | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2023-06-06
25 min
Pro Preacher
How I Stay Focused and Productive in Ministry - The Pastor's Planner
This is the printable Pastor's Planner that I use to help increase my focus, productivity, and organization in ministry. Check it out at the link below. GET THE PASTOR'S PLANNER
2023-02-21
10 min
Pro Preacher
Preach the Truth IN Love
There’s a perilous balance in preaching. If you stray too far to one side or the other, you’ll fall off a cliff, hurting yourself and taking other people down with you. All pastors naturally land somewhere on a spectrum between truth and love in their preaching. Great preaching requires both. Let me explain. Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2023-01-24
09 min
Arizona Community Church
Reverent Words | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann
Reverence #6 | Walking humbly before our God | November 20, 2022 | Pastor Bill Meiter | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2022-12-11
31 min
Pro Preacher
Logos 10 Review - Are These New Features Worth Upgrading?
Logos 10 just launched! I got early access. So here are my thoughts on the new features and if it's worth upgrading. Click here for an exclusive Logos discount. Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-10-10
19 min
Arizona Community Church
Wrestling With God's Existence | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann
Wrestling With God #3 | Learning how to contend with God. | September 11, 2022 | Pastor Bill Meiter | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2022-09-15
35 min
Arizona Community Church
The Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann
Parables #9 | Diving into the illustrations of Jesus and their meanings | July 31, 2022 | Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2022-08-21
37 min
Pro Preacher
How To Know If You Are Called To Ministry
How do you know if you are called to ministry? People ask me this question a lot. So here are some things I've learned over many years in ministry that will help you determine if God is calling you too. Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-07-29
14 min
Pro Preacher
I Am Not Pro Preacher — The Meaning Behind The Name
There seems to be some confusion about the name of this podcast. Some people think I have given myself the title “Pro Preacher.” Nothing could be further from the truth. So in this episode, I will explain how Pro Preacher came to be and the true meaning of the name. It's not about me. Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-06-22
08 min
Arizona Community Church
The Prodigal Son | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann
Parables #3 | Diving into the illustrations of Jesus and their meanings | June 19, 2022 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2022-06-20
41 min
Arizona Community Church
Faith Over Fear
Favor of God #4 | Discovering the blessings of living under the Lord | May 15, 2022 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2022-06-01
37 min
Pro Preacher
Pastors, Do These 5 Things To Take Advantage Of Summer In Your Church
In most churches, summer means lower attendance. With lower attendance comes a slower pace of ministry. Instead of fighting the summer slowdown, pastors should embrace it. Just because ministry is slowing down, doesn’t mean that pastors can’t take advantage of summer to grow their church and themselves. So here are five things you can do to take advantage of summer. Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-05-23
07 min
Pro Preacher
Hypocritical Religious Leaders
There may be no worse form of hypocrisy than that of hypocritical religious leaders. Jesus reserved some of his harshest words for hypocritical religious leaders. We see this hypocrisy all around us today. The church better take notice and root out the hypocrisy in our lives too. This is a slightly shortened version of a message I preached on March 27, 2022. Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-04-27
33 min
Pro Preacher
7 Ways to Find Rest in Ministry
If you're in ministry, I know this is true: You're busy, and you need more time to rest. So here are seven ways to find rest in ministry. Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-04-07
09 min
Arizona Community Church
Hypocritical Religion Led to This | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann
What Led to This #4 | Remembering the events that take us to the greatest victory in history | Mar 27, 2022 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2022-04-04
38 min
Pro Preacher
11 Wedding Mistakes Pastors Make
There are a lot of ways a wedding can go wrong, and pastors aren't perfect. Here are eleven common wedding mistakes pastors make. Let's learn from these so we don't repeat them. PERFORM A WEDDING COURSE: ProPreacher.com/courses Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-03-11
10 min
Pro Preacher
How to Perform a Wedding
If you want to perform a wedding, there are hundreds of little details to think about. Here is a basic overview of what you'll need to know and a resource that I have created to help you learn how to perform a wedding. PERFORM A WEDDING COURSE: http://propreacher.com/courses/ EQUIP LAB: https://equiplab.com/how-to-perform-a-wedding-a-pastors-step-by-step-guide/ Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-02-28
05 min
Pro Preacher
3 Church Resolutions for the New Year
Every year, I like to set goals and resolutions for myself. Why not also set some New Year's Resolutions for your church too? Here are three resolutions that every church needs. This is a condensed version of a sermon I preached in January 2022 from my home while recovering from COVID. It's a bit different than what I normally post, but I hope you find it encouraging for you and your church as well. God bless, and here's to a great year for you and your church. Get more articles and resources at ProPreacher.com
2022-01-07
26 min
Arizona Community Church
Three New Year's Resolutions For The Church
Remembering and following Christ in the new year | January 2, 2022 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2022-01-04
31 min
Arizona Community Church
The Prophesy Fulfilled
Advent 2021 - The Fullness of Time #1 | God's plan for salvation was fulfilled with the birth of Jesus Christ | Nov 28, 2021 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2021-11-29
40 min
Arizona Community Church
The Power of Words
The power to speak is often greater than we realize | Oct. 24, 2021 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | http://az.church | Online giving: http://az.church/give
2021-11-03
37 min
Pro Preacher
Survive Seminary - 15 Practical Tips
Seminary is hard. I needed two attempts to finish seminary. I dropped out in my first attempt because I wasn’t prepared. But in my second attempt, I graduated with honors. Here are some tips I learned along the way that helped me go from seminary failure to seminary success. RESOURCES MENTIONED • Logos Bible Software Discount • Grammarly • Pro Preacher Store - Resources for busy pastors
2021-11-03
11 min
Pro Preacher
The Biggest Challenge for Young People in Ministry
I’ve had the privilege of working with many young people in ministry. There are many things about working in ministry that are challenging. It’s easy to get discouraged and frustrated when you work at a church. But if I had to narrow it down to one thing that is the biggest hurdle for young people in ministry, it would be this… RESOURCES FOR BUSY PASTORS: ProPreacher.com/store
2021-10-05
09 min
Arizona Community Church
I Didn't See That Coming #4 - Is This a Test?
I Didn't See That Coming: Is This a Test? | Sep. 5, 2021 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | az.church | Online giving: az.church/give
2021-09-07
35 min
Pro Preacher
I Tried Being an iPad Only Pastor for 90 Days, and I’m Not Going Back
Can an iPad replace a pastor’s computer? For the last 90 days, I’ve used an iPad for all my work. iPads can now do 99% of what pastors use computers to do, and it does some things even better. So after my 90 day experiment, here are my thoughts on being an iPad only pastor. SEE MY SETUP: ProPreacher.com/ipad-only-pastor PREACHING RESOURCES: ProPreacher.com/store
2021-08-28
11 min
Pro Preacher
Pastor Plagiarism Is In The News, And It’s A Problem
Some prominent pastors have come under fire recently for plagiarism in their preaching. I wish I could say this is shocking, but it happens far more than it should. Here’s why pastors plagiarize sermons, what the Bible says about plagiarism, and why plagiarizing is a major problem. PREACHING RESOURCES: ProPreacher.com/store
2021-08-14
11 min
Arizona Community Church
Prayer #2 - How To Pray
Prayer: How To Pray Like Jesus | August 8, 2021 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | az.church | Online giving: az.church/give
2021-08-11
39 min
Arizona Community Church
Prayer #1 - Don't Give Up On Prayer
Why do we ask so little of God? | August 1, 2021 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | az.church | Online giving: az.church/give
2021-08-03
40 min
Pro Preacher
How to Preach (part 3) Sermon Evaluation
If you want to preach better, don’t forget sermon evaluation. Lazy pastors forget this step. Learn from what you’ve already preached. Use these three sermon evaluation tips. PREACHING RESOURCES: ProPreacher.com/store FREE SERMON PREP CHECKLIST: ProPreacher.com/subscribe
2021-07-09
06 min
Pro Preacher
How to Preach (part 2): Sermon Delivery
Sermon delivery is an art that takes years to master. But here are some preaching tips and tricks that will help you preach more effectively. I wish I knew these when I first started preaching. PREACHING RESOURCES: ProPreacher.com/store FREE SERMON PREP CHECKLIST: ProPreacher.com/subscribe
2021-07-02
13 min
Pro Preacher
How to Preach (part 1): Sermon Preparation
Want to learn how to preach or simply how to preach better? First, work on your sermon writing. Better sermon preparation leads to better preaching. FREE SERMON PREP CHECKLIST: ProPreacher.com/subscribe PREACHING RESOURCES: ProPreacher.com/store
2021-06-25
11 min
Pro Preacher
3 Reasons You Need A Sermon Calendar
Every pastor needs a sermon calendar to help plan their preaching. Here are three reasons why you need one, and how to save time by using mine (if you’d like). For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2021-06-15
04 min
Arizona Community Church
Hear & Do #2 - Do the Word
Two small steps to help you make one big difference! | June 13, 2021 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | az.church | Online giving: az.church/give
2021-06-14
37 min
Arizona Community Church
Hear & Do #1 - Hear the Word
Two small steps to help you make one big difference! | June 6, 2021 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | az.church | Online giving: az.church/give
2021-06-09
39 min
Arizona Community Church
Mother's Day 2021
If you want your children and grandchildren to follow Jesus every day of their lives, make him part of your everyday life. | May 9, 2021 | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | az.church
2021-05-10
35 min
Pro Preacher
Preach With A Limp, Not A Swagger
A major injury gave me a slight limp. My leg will never be the same. I used to try to hide it, but God has used my weakness to teach me a valuable lesson. Here's why you should preach with a limp. For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2021-03-13
04 min
Pro Preacher
How to Balance Ministry and Family
How do I balance ministry and family? There's always another person to reach and another sermon to preach. If you let it, your ministry will overtake all your time with your family. These are some things I've learned to help keep both my ministry and my family healthy. For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2021-02-26
10 min
Arizona Community Church
Thessalonians #6 - Unshaken by Satan
Encouraged Beyond Words | Pastor Brandon Hilgemann | Arizona Community Church | February 14, 2021 | AZCC.org
2021-02-15
39 min
Pro Preacher
5 Truths for Pastors Feeling Inadequate
It's normal for pastors to feel like they don't measure up. We look at other more "successful" ministries and wonder why ours isn't more like theirs. Here are five things you need to know if you are feeling inadequate in ministry. For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2021-01-15
07 min
The Few - A Podcast for Faith Empowered Workplace Leaders
Episode 51: How to Overcome Feeling Inadequate
Send us a textJoin the conversation today as Bill and Ed talk about feeling inadequate as a leader. Whether you are a leader of faith in the church or workplace, you have probably experienced this feeling. Bill and Ed talk about what causes feelings of inadequacy as well as how to struggle with and overcome them.Resources discussed:5 Encouragements for Pastors Who Feel Inadequate by Brandon Hilgemann - Outreachmagazine.com.Do the best leaders feel inadequate? AIM Education and TrainingOvercoming Feelings of Inadequacy by Mike Kaeding - Linkedin.com5 Dangerous (And Faulty) Reasons...
2020-09-23
1h 00
Pro Preacher
Preaching to a Camera - 5 Tips To Do It Better
Preaching to a camera is different than preaching to a crowd. Can we agree on that? And a lot of pastors are wrestling with learning this different skillset right now. So here are five tips I’ve learned that will help you preach to a camera better. For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2020-04-18
10 min
Pro Preacher
Preaching With An Apple Watch - Best Setup
The Apple Watch is a great preaching tool. Pastors have been using watches for years to help them manage their time when speaking. But smartwatches, like the Apple Watch, take this to another level. So what's the best way to set up your Apple Watch for when you are preaching? This is my favorite setup. For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com Preaching Resources: https://www.propreacher.com/store/
2020-02-14
09 min
Pro Preacher
What Pastors Can Learn From The Tesla Cybertruck Fail
A Tesla demonstration for their new Cybertuck recently went viral for all the wrong reasons. They claimed that their new "armor glass" was near indestructible. But to everyone's surprise, it broke during the demonstration. This is what pastors should all learn from Tesla's mistake. Pastors have too many responsibilities. You don't have to do it all alone. Get a team at PreachingTeam.com For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-12-13
11 min
Pro Preacher
How Long Should I Preach? New Research on Sermon Length of Growing Churches
How long should you preach? There are a lot of opinions out there on sermon length, but we need more than just feelings. Unfortunately, there is not a lot of data out there. So I decided to do some new research. I tracked the average sermon length of the 50 fastest growing churches in America. This is what I found, and what we can learn. Download the spreadsheet from the study. Pastors have too many responsibilities. Get a team at PreachingTeam.com For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-11-12
15 min
Pro Preacher
Introducing Preaching Team: A New Sermon Resource Unlike Any Other
Preaching Team is here. It officially launches today. In this episode, I'll explain more about what Preaching Team is, how it is unlike any other sermon resource out there, and answer some of the most common questions that I've received. Join the team at PreachingTeam.com For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-11-01
21 min
Pro Preacher
Preaching Team Update
A few weeks ago, I threw out an idea that is really exciting to me about starting a preaching team. But I needed to know that it was something you might be interested in before I moved forward. Your feedback was tremendously helpful. So here is an update on where things are going, and when you can join the team. For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-10-25
07 min
Pro Preacher
Want to Join My Preaching Team?
I have this idea that I'm excited about that I just have to share with you. Every pastor deserves to have a preaching team. The church should be a family that works together for God's glory. You don't have to do all of your preaching and sermon preparation alone. This is how I think we can help. What do you think? If you're interested, send a quick email to brandon@propreacher.com For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-10-01
11 min
Pro Preacher
Better Preaching Starts With Better Reading
Good preaching begins with good reading. Have you ever heard the pastor who tells and retells the same old stories, and preaches the same sermons over again? Chances are, they have poured everything out without putting enough back in. They’ve become so busy in the storms of ministry that they’ve neglected their duty to be well-read. Don't fall into the trap of lazy learning. Check out these great preaching resources. For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-09-23
06 min
Pro Preacher
Logos Bible Software — Timesaving Tricks for Faster Bible Study
Learn how to study the Bible faster and more efficiently than ever with these Logos Bible Software tips. These tricks will shave wasted time off of your sermon prep every week if you put them into practice. RESOURCES MENTIONED Logos Discounted Price Free Logos Sermon Prep Workflow More preaching resources List of Bible Book abbreviations that Logos recognizes For more preaching content and resources, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-09-14
18 min
Pro Preacher
The Difference Between Preaching and Teaching
What’s the difference between preaching and teaching? I’ve also heard a pastor labeled as a good teacher, but not a great preacher. On the other hand, I’ve also heard others call a pastor a good teacher, but not a good preacher. At the same time, today we will use the words teaching and preaching almost interchangeably when talking about what the pastor says on stage on a Sunday. So what do we mean by preaching and teaching? Is there even a difference, and does it matter? Yes, it matters...
2019-08-27
13 min
Pro Preacher
Best Bible? ESV Thinline vs Pastor's vs Preaching Bible Comparison
What is the best all-around Bible for pastors? I did a review recently on what I consider to be the best preaching Bibles (the ESV Pastor's Bible and Preaching Bible), but I didn't factor in the amount of love that pastors have for Crossway's best-selling Bible, the ESV Thinline Bible. After all the comments and emails, I got a copy and have used it as my primary Bible for the past month to get a better feel for it. Here's what I learned. BIBLE LINKS: - T...
2019-08-15
30 min
Pro Preacher
20 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Pastor
Being a pastor is hard. The church is often guilty of only painting a picture of the blessings of being called to ministry. We forget to talk about the struggle. So here are some things I wish someone would have sat down and told 20-year-old me. I spent a decade learning these the hard way. REMINDER: Get 20% off at the ProPreacher.com store until the end of July. For more preaching content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-07-24
09 min
Pro Preacher
8 Things I Wish Pastors Wouldn't Say
There are a lot of cliche phrases that have become mainstream in American Christian culture. They all have good intentions. Some are great. But there are some things I wish pastors would stop saying. Here are eight phrases that have become so ingrained in our Christian culture that we say them without thinking. But I think we can do better. REMINDER: Get 20% off at the ProPreacher.com store until the end of July. For more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-07-18
12 min
Pro Preacher
7 Resources to Help Busy Pastors (20% Off)
I wish I had more resources earlier in my ministry. That's why I have been creating more and more resources over the years. Starting today until the end of July, I’m throwing a big summer sale of 20% off everything in the Pro Preacher Store. So here's a quick overview of seven resources in the store, and how it might be helpful to you. RESOURCES MENTIONED: 1. Sermon Calendar 2. Funeral Sermon Bundle 3. Wedding Sermon Bundle 4. Preaching Nuts & Bolts (book) ...
2019-07-12
22 min
Pro Preacher
How to Preach With an iPad
Preaching by using an iPad for your sermon notes has become more popular over the years as tablets have become widely adopted. I've been preaching with my iPad for years. So if you're looking into iPad preaching, here is how to do it. I'll talk about how to format your sermon notes, the apps I use, how iPadOS is changing the game, and the ticking time bomb on your iPad that's waiting to blow up your sermon. RESOURCES MENTIONED: • GoodReader App • One Page Sermon Outline Example •...
2019-07-04
22 min
Pro Preacher
Better Preaching By Focusing On One Thing
When you evaluating your preaching, the number of things that you need to work on can be overwhelming. Where do you even begin? Many pastors make the mistake of trying to get better in every area of their preaching all at once. But when you try to fix everything, you'll barely fix anything. Here's why focusing on one thing improves everything. Resources Mentioned: • Preaching Books • Online Preaching Course For more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-06-24
08 min
Pro Preacher
Preaching Basics: Show, Don't Tell
One of the biggest mistakes we make when preaching is to only tell something to our audience. We need to show it to them, not just tell them. In this episode, I'll explain what "Show, don't tell" means for your preaching. Resources Mentioned: • Preaching Books For more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-06-18
15 min
Pro Preacher
Why You Need Logos Bible Software
I’ve used Logos Bible software for years now to help with all of my Bible study for sermons and books. So I want to give you just three of the big reasons why I use Logos and why I think you should use it too. Resources Mentioned: • Exclusive Logos discount For more detailed show notes and more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-05-31
10 min
Pro Preacher
Bible Translations and Finding the Best Preaching Bible
What's the best Bible for pastors? I've done a lot of research on all of the top preaching Bibles available, and settled on my top two new favorites. Here is what I look at in a new Bible, how these two compare, and what each does best. RESOURCES MENTIONED: • ESV Pastor's Bible • ESV Preaching Bible • Wedding and Funeral Sermons on ProPreacher.com For other translations, consider these: • CSB Pastor's Bible • NIV Heritage Bible • NASB Preacher's Bible • KJ...
2019-05-21
24 min
Pro Preacher
How to Extend the Life of Every Sermon
Pastors spend a lot of time every week working hard on their sermon. They preach it. God uses it. Then, they toss it and begin work on the next one. Why are we so content with letting all that work go to waste? How can we help a sermon live beyond Sunday? Here are 10 ways that you can help each sermon live longer and reach more people. RESOURCES: Best Camera to Record Sermons Deity D3 Microphone Best Microphones for Preaching Zoom H4n Pro Zoom H1n How to pull audio f...
2019-05-13
38 min
Pro Preacher
The Fundamental Elements of Good Preaching
A lot of what passes for preaching today is just spiritualized motivational speaking. It's a motivational speech in church clothes. So what's the difference between good preaching and just giving a motivational speech? In this episode, we'll talk about the two fundamental elements to good preaching and why you need them in every sermon. RESOURCES: For more preaching help, check out my preaching books at ProPreacher.com/books For more detailed show notes and more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-05-02
31 min
Pro Preacher
3 Pillars of Powerful Preaching
What is the foundation of great public speaking or preaching? There are three pillars, three things that every talk needs to be powerful and effective. These are the absolute basics of all great speeches. You need all three of these pillars, or your message will collapse. RESOURCES: I talk more about this concept in my books: Preaching Nuts & Bolts, and Preach and Deliver. Check them out at ProPreacher.com/books For more detailed show notes and more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-04-26
25 min
Pro Preacher
Pastor Fashion: Should Preachers Wear Expensive Shoes?
A new Instagram account "@PreachersNSneakers" has gone viral and shocked the Christian community by posting pictures of the shoes that celebrity pastors are wearing alongside how much they cost. Some of these pastors are wearing shoes that cost thousands of dollars! As surprising as this is, there are some important things we can all learn from this. Resources Mentioned: @PreachersNSneakers - Instagram account Preach and Deliver - My sermon delivery book with a chapter on what pastors should wear on stage. For more detailed show no...
2019-04-17
26 min
Pro Preacher
Why You Need to Plan Your Preaching with a Sermon Calendar
How far ahead are you on your sermon planning? If you're like most pastors, it's not very far. You are too wrapped up with the demands of ministry and your preaching is suffering. Here's why you need to plan your sermons, what it'll do for you, and a resource that will help. Resources Mentioned: 2020 Sermon Calendar 2019 Sermon Calendar Best Preaching Year (online preaching course) For more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-04-10
26 min
Pro Preacher
15 Productivity Tips for Pastors
Pastors have more to do than they have time to do it all. There's always more work that could be done. So here are fifteen productivity tips for pastors to help you get more done in less time and also focus on the right things. Links to Resources Mentioned: • Productive Christian Journal • Calendly For more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-04-02
26 min
Pro Preacher
Introducing the Pro Preacher Podcast
Welcome to the first episode of the Pro Preacher podcast, a podcast about preaching and growing your influence and ability to share the Gospel. This is a podcast for Pastors, preachers, Bible teachers, Christian writers and speakers, and anyone who wants to be a Christian influencer (in the church or online). The goal of this show is to help you preach and teach God’s Word with greater effectiveness and grow your influence for Jesus. For more content like this, go to ProPreacher.com
2019-03-25
24 min
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Preach and Deliver Audiobook by Brandon Hilgemann
Listen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Preach and Deliver Subtitle: Captivate Your Audience, Kill Bad Habits, and Master the Art of Sermon Delivery Author: Brandon Hilgemann Narrator: Brandon Hilgemann Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs Language: English Release date: 03-10-17 Publisher: Brandon Hilgemann Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Self Development, Communication Skills Publisher's Summary: No matter how good your message, if your delivery is poor, your audience won't receive it. Even a great message with poor delivery will result in a disengaged audience. In my years of education at great Christian institutions...
2017-03-10
04 min
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Preach and Deliver by Brandon Hilgemann | Free Audiobook
Listen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Preach and Deliver Author: Brandon Hilgemann Narrator: Brandon Hilgemann Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs Language: English Release date: 03-10-17 Publisher: Brandon Hilgemann Genres: Self Development, Communication Skills Summary: No matter how good your message, if your delivery is poor, your audience won't receive it. Even a great message with poor delivery will result in a disengaged audience. In my years of education at great Christian institutions, I learned the message of the Bible. But I didn't learn how to deliver that message. It took me a decade of failure...
2017-03-10
04 min
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Listen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Preaching Nuts & Bolts Author: Brandon Hilgemann Narrator: Brandon Hilgemann Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-16 Publisher: Brandon Hilgemann Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Sermons & Ministries Summary: Preaching is hard work. When I first felt called to ministry, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I had never preached a sermon in my life. I never had a mentor walk me through the process. In fact, I was scared to death of public speaking. So I argued with god. I begged him to...
2016-10-20
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