In this episode we discuss...

• our five points on what to do before you preach!
  1. Pray.
     • Seriously! How many pastors have skipped this?
     • Get some elders involved…
     • Philippians 4:4-7
  2. Review.
     • Prior to coming to the service, take time to prayerfully review your sermon.
  3. Hydrate.
     • Take care of those vocal chords the LORD has given you with some water and tea!
  4. Exegete the congregation.
     • Don't hide in your study before the sermon, but instead take time to consider:
       • Are there any visitors?
       • How are people engaging with one another?
       • Is there anything I should be aware of?
  5. Engage in the service.
     • Sing loudly.
     • Pray with the prayer leader.
     • Think through the Scriptures being read.
     • Apply the truth you are hearing to yourself.
     • Repent of any known sin.

Stuff Rural Pastors Can Use Review:

• Have a difficult child?! Read Linda J. Rice'sParenting the Difficult Child

Our Quote of the Day:

• "The chief means for attaining wisdom and suitable gifts and graces for the Christian ministry, are the Holy Scriptures and prayer." John Newton

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