05/16/2025
My 5 Tips for Preparing a Sermon:
1. Pray First
Don’t just jump into study mode, ask the Holy Spirit to guide your thoughts from the beginning.
2. Let The Scripture Speak.
Before grabbing commentaries or usiing Google sit with the text. Let God’s Word speak to you before you speak on it.
3. Know Your People.
Shape the message to where your church is right now. A word in season hits different.
4. Tell a Story.
Jesus used parables for a reason stories stick. Don’t be afraid to be real, vulnerable, or funny.
5. End With a Challenge.
Don’t just teach but call them higher. Leave them with something to do, to apply, or to wrestle with.
I hope this helps.
-Bishop Gabriel Padilla