# PC 078: 7 tips for writing effective sermons

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Published: 2026-05-20T08:37:00+00:00
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Welcome to the Practical Church podcast, brought to you in partnership with Mission Support . Mission Support This episode was brought to you by Mission Support . Stay focused on your mission and let Mission Support help you with everything you didn't go to seminary for! Get support from experts with decades of experience working with churches who know your unique needs and challenges. Click here to talk with a guide today & love being a pastor again ! HERE ARE THE SEVEN TIPS I DISCUSS IN THIS EPISODE Work on intro last Aim for X amount of stories/illustrations Give practical ways to live out the text - not just theory People will listen more if you make them laugh Response = engagement The beginning of your sermon has an outsized influence in how much people will connect with it Remember: people are hurting and need hope Get more church tips and advice Click here to join the Practical Church Facebook group

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