Be Fed That You May Feed
Spirituality Lisa Cressman Spirituality Lisa Cressman

Be Fed That You May Feed

Consider how we feed people with the Word week in and week out:

  • Sermons
  • Bible studies
  • Prayers

When we're only using the Word as a necessary tool for ministry, yes, we get fed on the side. But we don't eat the main course. When we don't sit at the banquet table and feast daily ourselves, we slowly starve ourselves

We know we're starving when:

  • Preaching becomes a test of strength, willpower, and adrenaline.
  • Preaching doesn't give us life, it drains it. 
  • Preaching hangs over our heads all week.
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"I will offer the sermon I am capable of offering. I will forgive myself."
Spirituality Lisa Cressman Spirituality Lisa Cressman

"I will offer the sermon I am capable of offering. I will forgive myself."

It is good to offer the sermon we are capable of crafting—loaves and fishes style—within the limits of our skills, available time, competing demands, and lack of feedback. We can trust God to multiply our efforts so that listeners receive the nourishment they need.

Your call is to offer the sermon you are able to offer. And forgive yourself for not meeting your expectations.

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A Preacher's Twelve Favorite Questions
Process Lisa Cressman Process Lisa Cressman

A Preacher's Twelve Favorite Questions

A Nobel-winning physicist told a student that the secret to his genius was keeping a list of his twelve favorite problems top of mind as he carried on about his days. As he encountered new ideas, people, or tools, he applied them to his problems, and occasionally, an unanticipated connection solved a problem. Voila. Genius! I think preachers could benefit from a similar practice, and I share how inside.

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4 steps preachers take to build a Study Hall for sacred productivity
Process Lisa Cressman Process Lisa Cressman

4 steps preachers take to build a Study Hall for sacred productivity

We may not be students at the moment, but we still face deadlines, major projects, and of course, preaching happens at a certain time every week

What I’ve learned since I was an undergrad is that study halls don’t have to be inside a library, and they become a lot more meaningful when we design them to be not only productive, but sacred.

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Stop and Smell the Ink: How Creative Play Makes You a Better Preacher
Process, Inspiration & Growth Lisa Cressman Process, Inspiration & Growth Lisa Cressman

Stop and Smell the Ink: How Creative Play Makes You a Better Preacher

If you've only ever started your sermon prep with gritted teeth, we have an invitation for you. It's time to try a new way: begin with play.

How? We'll get to that.

But first, let's convince your logical left brain why letting your right brain have a turn at the wheel might get you to your destination more effectively.

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9 Ways Looking Ahead Saves Sermon Prep Time
Process Lisa Cressman Process Lisa Cressman

9 Ways Looking Ahead Saves Sermon Prep Time

For busy preachers, looking ahead at the preaching season may seem to be a luxury you can’t afford. But taking the long view can actually save you time. Learn why this practice can better your preaching and discover how to set up your own seasonal sermon prep.

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