Will He Preach?

In this episode of "Will He Preach?", host Jermaine Bean sits down on vacation with his friend Colby Dill, a young preacher. They talk about how the Holy Spirit takes over a sermon, how to share the gospel boldly, and how "iron sharpens iron" in close friendships. Colby then describes the struggles of writing and delivering his sermon: writer's block, fitting Bible-institute methods to his own style, getting feedback from a mentor, and preaching in front of his father-in-law. They close with the "meat and bones" and "full course meal" ideas about growing as a Christian, then the rewards of obedience, including a young congregant's drawing of the sermon, and Colby's final reminder to give glory to God and accept the free gift of grace.

Jermaine Bean and Brittany discuss why rest and time away are essential for ministry families, not signs of selfishness. They share how vacations, Sabbath rhythms, and intentional time together can protect marriages, strengthen family bonds, and help prevent burnout. Their conversation offers pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone carrying constant responsibility a reminder to make space for rest and the people who matter most.

Colby Dill is a young preacher and family member of mine. He preaches a heartfelt, testimony-filled message on purpose, salvation, and surrender. Will He preach? Yes, He Will? Preach boy preach!

The episode explores how stories can echo Scripture while changing its meaning. By comparing a garden story with Genesis and other biblical patterns, it highlights discernment, resisting temptation by trusting God’s word, and the grace of restoration. Eli’s confession and the king’s response—welcoming him and giving him a robe—show that honesty can lead not to rejection, but to renewed belonging / and relationship when dealing with God. Come and join the Bean family on the couch for story time.

Jermaine and Brittany share how a student prayer walk encouraged both the people they prayed for and the students themselves. The episode emphasizes sincere, everyday prayer and bold faith.

Application points:

1. Pray regularly and honestly.
2. Let your faith encourage others.
3. Trust God to use simple prayers.

This episode reflects on preaching Psalm 35:11–18—both the challenge of communicating David’s downward emotional spiral and the blessing of seeing God’s Word meet real life. The central encouragement is to stay faithful in worship and let Scripture shape both your own heart and your conversations / prayers about others.

3 short applications:

1. Keep Scripture close: Have a passage you’re regularly studying and ready to share.
2. Look to Christ first: Read Scripture with the focus on Jesus, not just personal takeaways.
3. Praise through hardship: Even when emotions feel heavy, stay connected to God and His people.

Psalm 35: 11-18 shows David facing false accusations and malicious opposition. Yet instead of responding with pride or revenge, he turns to God in humble prayer and praise. The sermon connects David’s suffering to Jesus, the ultimate man of sorrows who endured rejection and injustice. Believers are called to find hope in Christ, gather with God’s people (the mighty throng), and pray even for their enemies.

Jermaine reflects on preaching Psalm 35 at his new church and shares the challenges and blessings of the experience. He offers practical advice on sermon structure, introductions, storytelling, and using cross-references well.

This message unpacks Psalm 35:1-10 through the lens of Saul pursuing David, the justice of God, and the surprising way Scripture points forward to Jesus Christ. Jermaine traces how David’s cry for God to “contend” becomes a bold model for believers who need to pray honestly, emotionally, and bravely when life feels unfair. This sermon was originally preached in view of a call at FBC Coweta Oklahoma as God called Jermaine and his family to service the local body there. You can view the live sermon on YouTube (search FBC Coweta) then find "David's Courtroom of Prayer"

Winsomeness in the pulpit is only powerful when it’s anchored to the gospel - otherwise, you may be winning people to yourself instead of to Christ. Jermaine Bean and Tay break down how to preach hard truths with grace, without flattening the weight of the text or losing the listener in the process. (The wrap up)