Preaching Christ from the Old Testament with Jared Hood
Send us a textEpisode 5: Preaching Christ from the Old Testament with Jared HoodHow do we preach Christ from passages where His name is never mentioned? And how do we avoid either forcing Him into the text or missing Him altogether?In this episode, we’re joined by Dr Jared Hood, Principal of the Presbyterian Theological College and long-time Old Testament preacher and lecturer. Jared helps us think carefully and faithfully about how to preach Christ from the Old Testament not as a preaching trick, but as a theological and biblical necessity.We explore:Why Christ-centred preaching matters for the whole BibleDifferent ways Christ genuinely emerges from Old Testament textsPitfalls to avoid when connecting the TestamentsWhether you’re preaching from Exodus, Proverbs, or the Prophets, this conversation will equip you to preach the Old Testament with depth, care, and gospel clarity.
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Outlines, Structures, And Wisdom with Peter Adam
Send us a textEpisode 4: Outline, Structure & Preaching Wisdom — with Peter AdamWhat makes a sermon not just true, but clear, compelling, and memorable? Often, it comes down to structure and a title or outline that sticks.In this episode, Peter Adam, beloved preacher, lecturer, and trusted mentor to generations of gospel workers, helps us think wisely about how to move from text to structure with clarity and faithfulness. He unpacks:How to shape a sermon that truly serves your hearersWhy great outlines and titles matter more than we thinkCommon structure mistakes and how to avoid themHow to let the passage drive the shape, without sounding dull or predictablePeter also shares rich, pastoral wisdom about the preacher’s heart, the goal of transformation, and the lifelong task of growing as a servant of the Word.If you’ve ever wondered how to go from good exegesis to a gripping outline with a memorable title this episode will sharpen both your structure and your soul.peteradam.org
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Big Ideas & Marketable Questions with David Cook
Send us a textHow do you find the big idea of a passage — and craft a question that makes people lean in from the very start?In this episode, we’re joined by David Cook, experienced expositor and preaching trainer, to unpack how to identify the central message of a text and frame it in a way that grabs your hearers’ attention.David shares practical steps for developing clear, faithful big ideas and marketable big questions that connect real life with God’s word — so your expositional preaching is both biblically grounded and impossible to ignore.If you want to move beyond vague introductions and help your congregation feel the urgent relevance of Scripture, this episode will sharpen your preaching from the very first sentence.
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Ending Sermons Well with Rory Shiner
Send us a textHow do you finish a sermon so it lands with clarity, conviction, and lasting impact instead of drifting to an awkward or forgettable close?In this episode, we talk with Rory Shiner, author, pastor, and seasoned preacher, about the art of ending sermons well. Rory shares why your final words can make or break your sermon, practical ways to end with gospel-driven power (without cheesy clichés), and examples of endings that stick in people’s hearts.If you’ve ever felt your sermon just fizzles at the end, this conversation will help you finish strong and point people clearly to Jesus.
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Preaching Engagingly with Richard Chin
Send us a textWelcome to Starting Strong: Thriving in the First Years of Preaching — the podcast for new and growing preachers who want to handle God’s word faithfully and deliver it engagingly.In this first episode, we’re joined by Richard Chin, National Director of AFES and seasoned Bible teacher, to tackle a vital question: How do you preach in a way that keeps people listening — not just politely, but eagerly — while staying true to the text?Richard shares candid wisdom drawn from decades of preaching to students and churches alike:How to bridge the gap between ancient text and modern earsThe biggest mistakes young preachers make when trying to be ‘interesting’Practical habits that make sermons clearer, sharper and genuinely captivatingIf you’re longing to grow beyond boring sermons and into preaching that connects and transforms, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to preach the living Word to living people with faithfulness and life.
About Starting Strong: Thriving in the First Years of Preaching
Preaching is hard, especially in your first years. Starting Strong: Thriving in the First Years of Preaching brings you wisdom from experienced preachers to help you stay faithful, encouraged, and growing. We’re not the experts but we’re bringing them to you, with real conversations, practical tips, and hard-hitting truths to sharpen and sustain you for the road ahead.Start strong. Preach well. Stay true.
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