Meet Darrin Patrick
On Wednesday, May 1, you’ll have the opportunity to hear some of the nations best communicators talk about how they prepare and deliver messages. It’s a free, online event from 12pm – 4pm EDT. Register for free here. One of the people you’ll hear from is Darrin Patrick, the pastor of The Journey in…
Read MoreMeet Ed Stetzer
On Wednesday, May 1, you’ll have the opportunity to hear some of the nations best communicators talk about how they prepare and deliver messages. It’s a free, online event from 12pm – 4pm EDT. Register for free here. One of the people you’ll hear from is Ed Stetzer. Here are some things you should know…
Read MoreWhat to Do When A Key Volunteer Quits
When a key volunteer or leader steps out of their position, it can feel like a punch in a gut. And punches to the gut hurt, whether you are expecting them or not. So what do you do when that key volunteer tells you he’s going to take some time off from serving? Here are…
Read MoreMeet Dave Ramsey
Dave Ramsey has his work cut out for him. In a world mired in financial debt, Dave has become America’s most trusted voice on money and business. The Dave Ramsey show is heard by more than six million listeners each week on over 500 radio stations. His live events around the country are regularly sold-out.…
Read MoreMeet Dr. Crawford Loritts
I first heard Dr. Loritts speak 17 years ago. We actually spoke at a conference together. I’m glad I went first and didn’t have to follow him! Dr. Loritts is the Senior Pastor of Fellowship Church in Roswell, Georgia. He is also the host of “Living A Legacy”, a daily radio program heard on…
Read MoreMeet Nancy Duarte
I first heard of Nancy through her TED talk. I was so impressed I picked up her book, Resonate. Little did I know that it would have a significant impact on my preaching and speaking. Resonate is one of the best books on communication I have ever read and Nancy is one of the sharpest…
Read MoreWhat Preachers Can Learn from the Best Business Communicators
I remember three things about the iPhone launch: 1. I was at home sick with the flu. 2. It was the first time I had ever watched Steve Jobs give a presentation. 3. After he was done, I really wanted an iPhone. I’ll be the first to admit that a sermon is different than a…
Read More10 Things Pastors Should Know About Thanking Financial Leaders
This past week I had two extensive coaching sessions with pastors regarding how best to thank financial leaders, otherwise known as wealthy people. There are many misconceptions about the important topic of engaging those with significant financial resources. Therefore, I would like to pass on 10 pieces of critical information that all pastors and church…
Read MoreMeet Jon Acuff and Win His New Book
On Wednesday, May 1, you’ll have the opportunity to hear Jon Acuff on this FREE event. We asked Jon how he prepares and delivers talks, and he gave super-helpful answers. On the event, you’ll hear from Jon as well as Andy Stanley, Louie Giglio, Mark Driscoll, Darrin Patrick, Donald Miller, Mark Batterson, Ed Stetzer and others.…
Read MoreFive Ways To Beat Sermon Writer’s Block
Writer’s block is a familiar, dreaded place. It’s where the blinking cursor on the computer screen seems to be taunting and laughing. It’s the same thing with Sermon Block. Sunday’s coming and nothing seems to be flowing from the mind to the page. That’s one of the reasons we created Preaching Rocket. Sermon Block is…
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