Video Eight-Sermon Preparation: The Introduction (Updated)

Описание: Welcome to the final episode of the Sermon Preparation series with Dr. David Christensen! In this session, David reveals why the introduction is the last and most strategic step in preparing your sermon. Discover how a well-crafted introduction can capture attention, prepare hearts, and awaken the deep needs of your listeners.

🔍 In this episode, you’ll learn:
• Why introductions should be written last, after the sermon is complete
• The three purposes of an effective introduction
• Practical methods for connecting felt needs to real needs
• How to use sermon templates
• The characteristics of a powerful introduction
• Four diagnostic questions to evaluate and refine your sermon’s opening

Drawing on wisdom from Haddon Robinson, Eugene Lowry, Alan Monroe, and Elizabeth Achtemeier, Dr. Christensen equips you to start every sermon with impact and purpose—aiming your message at the true needs of your congregation.


About Dr. David Christensen (Th.M., D.Min.): David is the founder and president of The Rephidim Project, dedicated to equipping pastors and church leaders with the tools and knowledge needed for effective ministry. With over 30 years of experience and a passion for teaching, David brings invaluable insights into the art of sermon preparation.

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