Mirror in Your Pocket

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The Bible is a mirror, showing us more about ourselves through its stories. Your phone is a great tool for reading and studying the Bible! This podcast explores the background information used in sermon development that doesn't always end up contained in a 20 minute message.

Pastor Frank Drenner


    • Jul 18, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 18m AVG DURATION
    • 20 EPISODES


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    Weird Stories of the Bible

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2019 23:08


    Pastor Frank discusses a new preaching series beginning in August.

    Weird Stories of the Bible

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2019 23:08


    Pastor Frank discusses a new preaching series beginning in August.

    Sharing the Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 14:36


    It's a gift to be able to encourage others to share their stories.

    Preaching on Generosity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:16


    Money can be a difficult subject, in relationships and in preaching. Not talking about it leads to all kinds of trouble. Take the opportunity to share the joy of generosity!

    Preaching in Changing Times and Circumstances

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 22:37


    A conversation with a parishioner highlights the struggles we all have with dealing with change.

    Politics and the Pulpit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 19:13


    The church should hold the government and our leaders accountable when decisions or actions are contrary to the witness of scripture. Otherwise scripture loses its sacred authority. This past week, I concluded the Words of the Wesleys series with a discussion of the public nature of faith: what the Wesleys called social holiness. It's often an uncomfortable subject, especially today, but that does not minimize its importance.

    Words of the Wesleys

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 14:45


    I'm back after several weeks away. Here's an update on my preaching schedule. In this episode I reflect on my Wesley Pilgrimage in England and decision to alter our summer sermon series. We'll transition to a new series beginning September 2.

    Narrative Preaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 18:13


    Story telling is an easy and highly effective approach to preaching. The Old Testament is packed with little known narratives that have powerful meaning for us today.

    Pastor Frank’s Preaching Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 18:13


    This week's episode updates "The Crown" sermon series, then moves into a discussion of the process of sermon development.

    Samuel and Saul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 22:52


    The background and early years of the kingship of Saul.

    Sermon on Suicide

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:37


    Last week I deviated from the sermon series to address the spiritual issues related to suicide.

    Life Lessons from Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 12:33


    Football season kicks off soon! Pastor Frank discusses a new sermon series on lessons we glean from the game.

    Memories of Mema

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 17:59


    Preaching funerals for loved ones— good idea or not?

    Remember Who You Are

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 17:48


    Sometimes the most important part of preaching is reminding the congregation of its own values.

    General Conference 2019

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 19:08


    It’s been an emotional week!

    Leadership in the Pulpit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 22:53


    How can preachers effectively use the pulpit for leading? Are there other options beside sermons to lead people regarding important issues?

    Sharing the Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 14:36


    It’s a gift to be able to encourage others to share their stories.

    Preaching on Generosity

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 16:16


    Money can be a difficult subject, in relationships and in preaching. Not talking about it leads to all kinds of trouble. Take the opportunity to share the joy of generosity!

    Preaching in Changing Times and Circumstances

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 22:37


    A conversation with a parishioner highlights the struggles we all have with dealing with change.

    Politics and the Pulpit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 19:13


    The church should hold the government and our leaders accountable when decisions or actions are contrary to the witness of scripture. Otherwise scripture loses its sacred authority. This past week, I concluded the Words of the Wesleys series with a discussion of the public nature of faith: what the Wesleys called social holiness. It’s often […]

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