In this episode, I sit down with Jeremy Byrd, senior pastor at Christ Church PCA in Trussville, Alabama. 

We discuss his journey into the PCA, his philosophy of preaching, and the joys and challenges of sermon preparation. 

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In this episode of Especially the Preaching, Ben sits down with David Senters, pastor of New Covenant PCA in Richmond Hill, Georgia. David shares his remarkable journey from Pentecostalism to the PCA, his philosophy of expository preaching, and his disciplined approach to weekly sermon preparation. Along the way, he reflects on the joys and challenges of ministering in a small church and offers practical wisdom for aspiring preachers. 

In this exclusive subscriber-only episode, David opens up about the challenges of preaching controversial or difficult texts. From navigating congregational diversity in theological views to addressing passages that are awkward or emotionally charged, he shares how he strives to be both gracious and faithful to the text. David also discusses his approach to presenting differing views fairly and ensuring that the offense comes from the Scripture—not the preacher.

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Join host Ben Ratliff and guest Steven Spinnenweber for an in-depth conversation about the art and craft of preaching. This episode explores what preaching is, how to approach sermon preparation, and the pivotal role of commentaries. Spin shares his philosophy on tailoring sermons to the needs of the congregation, balancing milk for new believers with meat for the spiritually mature.

In a subscriber-exclusive segment, Stephen dives into the nuanced use of commentaries in sermon prep—how they can safeguard against novelty, provide fresh insights, and protect preachers from sounding dry or academic. Hear practical advice for young preachers and seasoned ministers alike.

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In this inaugural episode of Especially the Preaching, host Ben Ratliff introduces himself, shares his journey into ministry, and explains his passion for the ministry of the Word—especially preaching. Drawing from Westminster Larger Catechism 155, Ben discusses why preaching is the primary means by which God enlightens, convinces, and builds up His people. This episode lays the foundation for the podcast’s mission to hear from faithful pastors and about their preaching ministries.

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