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“Art of the Sermon” is a show for preachers, teachers, and communicators. My aim is to make a show for leaders in ministry–formally or informally, inside or outside the church–who have an interest in preaching/public speaking and church communication.
The primary format for this show is the interview. This allows us to engage with a wide-range of guests on many different aspects of preaching, teaching, and communication. While many of the guests are pastors and preachers, I also believe it is important to learn from those outside the profession of preaching who have something to teach us.
Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links on this site are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Defining Grace is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program.

Art of the Sermon Dan Wunderlich

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.6 • 26 Ratings

“Art of the Sermon” is a show for preachers, teachers, and communicators. My aim is to make a show for leaders in ministry–formally or informally, inside or outside the church–who have an interest in preaching/public speaking and church communication.
The primary format for this show is the interview. This allows us to engage with a wide-range of guests on many different aspects of preaching, teaching, and communication. While many of the guests are pastors and preachers, I also believe it is important to learn from those outside the profession of preaching who have something to teach us.
Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links on this site are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Defining Grace is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program.

    How to Lead in a World of Distraction - An Interview with Clay Scroggins

    How to Lead in a World of Distraction - An Interview with Clay Scroggins

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    Guest: Clay Scroggins - Lead Pastor of Buckhead Church (Atlanta, GA)


    Intro to Clay Scroggins (0:45)
    Philosophy of preaching (3:56)
    Role of preaching in pastoral duties and identity (5:17)
    Preaching when you’re not the senior leader (7:43)
    How to Lead in a World of Distraction (12:26)
    Diagnosing distractions (14:32)
    Distraction and preaching (20:50)
    Preaching versus self-help talks (24:08)
    Favorite and/or most challenging preaching experience (30:23)
    Christmas Eve or Easter (31:23)
    Impactful communicators (31:57)
    Recommended resources (32:35)
    Connecting with Clay (33:50)


    Reaching out to our guest
    @clayscroggins (Twitter)
    @clayscroggins (Instagram)
    @ClayScrogginsAuthor (Facebook)
    ClayScroggins.com (Website)


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    Art of the Sermon is a project by Dan Wunderlich of Defining Grace. Learn more at DefiningGrace.com


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    Links:
    Clay ScrogginsBuckhead ChurchNorth Point MinistriesAndy StanleyRev. Olu Brown on Art of the SermonHow to Lead When You're Not in Charge: Leveraging Influence When You Lack Authority by Clay ScrogginsCarey Nieuwhof on Art of the SermonHow to Lead in a World of Distraction: Four Simple Habits for Turning Down the Noise by Clay ScrogginsMyCom Church Marketing PodcastTimothy KellerLouie GiglioJohn OrtbergHow I Built This with Guy RazHidden BrainTim Ferriss‎The Last Laugh

    • 35 min
    Permission to Go Short This Advent

    Permission to Go Short This Advent

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    Topic: Permission to Go Short This Advent


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    • 4 min
    Responding to Negative Feedback

    Responding to Negative Feedback

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    Topic: Responding to Negative Feedback


    Michael Bierut and negative feedback (0:09)
    Michael's response (1:52)
    Acknowledge that the feedback is heard (2:38)
    Give a window into the intention (3:37)
    Be realistic about next steps (4:29)
    Offer positive reinforcement (5:17)
    Create a space for unity (6:23)
    Bonus tip: no one gets a full page (7:12)


    Next Episode arrives November 15, 2018!


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    I would love to hear what you think about the show—especially this episode. You can connect with the show and send me your feedback through the following channels:
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    Art of the Sermon is a project by Dan Wunderlich of Defining Grace. Learn more at DefiningGrace.com


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    Links:
    Michael BierutMasterCard Explains Its New Logo, Both What’s New and What Isn’t – AdweekI'm With Her: What I learned designing a logo for Hillary ClintonBig Ten LogoNegative Space: Logo Design with Michael Bierut - 99% Invisible025: A Career in Preaching - Part 1 with Bishop Ken Carter - Art of the Sermon - Defining Grace026: Preaching as a Tool for Unity - Part 2 with Bishop Ken Carter - Art of the Sermon - Defining Grace

    • 8 min
    Inside Out

    Inside Out

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    Topic: Inside Out - A sermon based on the concepts in Simon Sinek's "Start With Why"


    3 Year Anniversary (0:09)
    Intro to "Inside Out" (0:52)
    Is Pepsi ok? (4:47)
    Power of Coca-Cola (12:26)
    Start with why (14:25)
    The call of Jeremiah (22:21)
    Adapted golden circle (23:57)
    What happens when we sin? (28:59)
    Application to organizations (31:34)
    Greatest commandments as expressions of identity (33:47)
    World Communion Sunday (35:12)


    Next Episode arrives November 1, 2018!


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    I would love to hear what you think about the show—especially this episode. You can connect with the show and send me your feedback through the following channels:
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    Art of the Sermon is a project by Dan Wunderlich of Defining Grace. Learn more at DefiningGrace.com


    Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in these show notes may be “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Defining Grace is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program.
    Links:
    Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action | TED TalkStart with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek

    • 38 min
    Replanting the Sermon - An Interview with Abby Norman

    Replanting the Sermon - An Interview with Abby Norman

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    Guest: Abby Norman - Pastor of New Hope United Methodist Church (Atlanta, GA)


    Intro to Abby Norman (0:41)
    Abby's story (2:09)
    Why is preaching important when you have influence elsewhere? (9:21)
    What is foundational to Abby's preaching (13:31)
    How preaching fits into Abby's pastoral identity and vocation (18:14)
    Choosing sermon topics (19:49)
    Evolution in Abby's preaching (21:41)
    Leaving the manuscript behind (26:14)
    Favorite and most challenging preaching experience (29:19)
    Christmas Eve or Easter (32:12)
    Impactful communicators (34:05)
    Recommended resources (38:32)
    Connecting with Abby (40:32)


    Reaching out to our guest
    @AbbyNormanSays (Twitter)
    @AbbyNormanSays (Instagram)
    @AbbyNormanSays (Facebook)
    AbbyNorman.net (Website)


    Next Episode arrives October 18!


    Connect with the Show
    I would love to hear what you think about the show—especially this episode. You can connect with the show and send me your feedback through the following channels:
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    Art of the Sermon is a project by Dan Wunderlich of Defining Grace. Learn more at DefiningGrace.com


    Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in these show notes may be “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Defining Grace is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program.
    Links:
    Abby NormanNew Hope UMCChurch Planting 6: The Woman At The Pulpit by StartUp from Gimlet MediaChurch ClarityRev. Dr. Ted SmithBarbara Brown TaylorMary Moore | Ball State UniversityJennifer TalbertJen HatmakerSheLoves MagazineKelley Nikondeha

    • 42 min
    Overcoming Anxiety in Sermon Planning and Writing

    Overcoming Anxiety in Sermon Planning and Writing

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    Topic: Overcoming Anxiety in Sermon Planning and Writing


    The anxiety of planning and writing sermons (0:10)
    Plan ahead (2:49)
    Match your planning to your personality (4:05)
    Focused time (6:22)
    Personal devotion and writing time (8:23)
    Capture ideas that capture you (10:10)
    Listen to your community (11:40)
    Remember God's faithfulness (13:12)
    Wrap up (14:56)


    Next episode arrives October 4, 2018!
    An interview with Abby Norman, Pastor at New Hope UMC (Atlanta, GA) and recently featured on the Start Up Podcast


    Connect with the Show
    I would love to hear what you think about the show—especially this episode. You can connect with the show and send me your feedback through the following channels:
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    Art of the Sermon is a project by Dan Wunderlich of Defining Grace. Learn more at DefiningGrace.com


    Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in these show notes may be “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Defining Grace is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program.
    Links:
    Nadia Bolz-WeberCNLP 173: Craig Groeschel Deconstructs His Approach to Preaching, Leadership, Success, The Future and MoreA Focus on DistractionEvernoteGoogle FormsSurveyMonkey

    • 17 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
26 Ratings

26 Ratings

Rev. John Bryant ,

Great Interviews!

Dan does an excellent job of prioritizing his guests and giving them room to share their expertise with his questions. Excellent resource for any communicator!

Mr. Faculty ,

Helpful Resource. More Variety!

Helpful, useful podcasts for the most part. I especially appreciated Jorge Acevedo's fascinating approach to collaborative sermon preparation. Hearing from more women preachers and teachers of preaching is needed.

PastorEmJ ,

Rut Breaker!!!

I am so thankful for Dan's ministry. He asks thoughtful questions, has introduced me to new concepts, and brings in guests who matter. Every episode I learn something new to help me be a better preacher. It's so easy to get in preaching ruts. But if you start listening to Dan, you can continue to grow as a communicator! You need this podcast!

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