ProPreacher’s Top Posts of 2016
Wow, 2016 is almost over. Can you believe it?
I want to thank each and every one of you for making 2016 such an amazing year at ProPreacher. This site would not be possible without the support of readers like you.
When I started ProPreacher back in 2012, I had no idea that anyone would ever read what I wrote. But people like you showed up, and I am incredibly grateful.
It has been a record-breaking year for ProPreacher.
- I published my first book, Preaching Nuts & Bolts, in May. It has consistently been among the top sellers among preaching books on Amazon. This success led to a release of the paperback and audio version
- ProPreacher averaged thousands of page views a month, has more views this year than ever before, and continues to grow every month.
- The list of pastors who receive weekly email updates has doubled and continues to grow daily.
- A few weeks ago I released my 2017 Sermon Calendar template to help pastors get organized, and hundreds have already been downloaded.
But, aside from the numbers, the most important thing to me is seeing the emails and comments I get every day from pastors and aspiring preachers around the world who have been impacted by my writing.
God is using this little blog to make a difference by helping teach, inspire, challenge, and train preachers around the world.
So thank you for reading and for all of your support.
In case you missed any, here are the top posts on ProPreacher posts from 2016.
Top Posts of 2016
20 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Pastor.
“Let’s cut the fluff and get real for a moment. Being a pastor is incredibly difficult…Here are some things I wish someone would have sat down and told 20-year-old me. I have spent the last decade learning these the hard way.”
The Best iPad Apps for Pastors / The Best iPhone Apps for Pastors.
“After trying many different apps, I have compiled a list of my absolute favorite iPad/iPhone apps for ministry that I truly believe every iPad/iPhone packing pastor needs.”
15 Productivity Tips for Pastors.
“Productivity matters for pastors. You will never be able to do everything, but the Bible encourages us to be wise and make the most of our time.”
The Best Microphone for Preaching.
“When a mic is good, you shouldn’t notice. Your voice is clear. But when a mic is bad, it distracts the audience and derails the sermon. So what is the best microphone to help you preach with clarity while limiting distractions?”
10 Things Pastors Should Learn from TED Talks.
“As pastors, I believe we communicate the most important ‘idea’ ever. If we want to reach our culture, we can learn from these popular public speaking videos.”
7 Benefits of Preaching Without Notes.
“Sure, there are plenty of good preachers who use a lot of notes. However, I believe the best, most engaging preachers rarely if ever rely on their notes. Here’s why…”
Why You Need a Sermon Calendar, and How to Make One.
“Listen, if you want to be an effective preacher, you need a sermon calendar. You might get away with winging it for a while, but eventually, you will either burn out or fail to reach your God-given potential.”
40 Reasons to be Thankful for Pastors.
“Some pastors have given the title a bad name. But for the most part, from my experience, the majority of pastors I have met are sincerely doing their best to follow Jesus and remain faithful to their call. For that, we owe them our gratitude.”
7 Safeguards for Using Humor in Preaching.
“Humor is like a firework. When used well, it’s a beautiful thing. When used wrong, it can blow up in your face. Before you go overboard with the jokes, try to be a comedian, or say something that gets you in trouble, consider these tips…”
5 Things Great Preachers Do to Gain an Advantage.
“In my years of studying preaching, I have come to realize that the pastors we idolize are mortal. They are human like the rest of us. Yes, God may have gifted them with preaching ability, but there are a few shocking things they do to gain an advantage over others.”
Onward to 2017
Here are a few things to look forward to in 2017.
- I am writing my next book. It’s a natural follow-up to the first. The first focused on sermon preparation. The second will focus on sermon delivery. I can’t wait to tell you more soon!
- My commitment to publish quality articles every week, and releasing new sermon illustrations from my archives will continue.
- I will continue to create and find the best resources to help you do your job better.
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Thank you! May God continue to bless you and your ministry in 2017 beyond what you ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20).
