In this episode of Pastor Matters, hosts Caleb Iversen and Zac Menser welcome back Tom Elliff to explore the significance of sermon illustrations in preaching. They discuss how illustrations convey deeper truths, how to craft effective illustrations, and the balance between personal stories and biblical messages. Tom emphasizes that the ultimate goal of illustrations is to enhance understanding and connection with the audience, while also cautioning against using them for mere entertainment.

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