Sermon Preparation Template Project
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Deliver sermons that resonate with your congregation by using our Sermon Preparation Template. This step-by-step guide helps you select scripture, research commentary, prepare an outline, and write your sermon effectively.
From practicing your delivery to engaging with your congregation, this template ensures a thorough and organized approach to sermon preparation, enhancing the spiritual experience for all attendees.
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Proposed Tasks
High Impact, Immediate Tasks
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Select Scripture for Sermon - Due in 2 days
☐ Pray for guidance ☐ Read through relevant scriptures ☐ Select key scripture for sermon -
Research Commentary - Due in 1 week
☐ Find relevant commentary on selected scripture ☐ Take detailed notes -
Prepare Sermon Outline - Due in 2 weeks
☐ Pray for inspiration ☐ Write down main points ☐ Organize points into logical order
High Impact, Long Term
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Write Sermon - Due in 3 weeks
☐ Pray for wisdom ☐ Expand on each point in the outline ☐ Write introduction and conclusion -
Practice Sermon Delivery - Due in 4 weeks
☐ Pray for strength and clarity ☐ Practice sermon in front of a mirror ☐ Get feedback from trusted sources
Low Impact, Immediate Tasks
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Prepare Prayer Points - Due in 5 weeks
☐ Pray for the needs of the congregation ☐ Write down specific prayer points related to the sermon
Low Priority / Support Tasks
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Prepare Visual Aids - Due in 6 weeks
☐ Decide if visual aids are necessary ☐ Prepare any necessary visual aids -
Prepare Handouts - Due in 7 weeks
☐ Decide if handouts are necessary ☐ Prepare any necessary handouts -
Engage with Congregation - Due in 8 weeks
☐ Pray for the congregation ☐ Engage with congregation members to understand their needs and concerns -
Review Sermon - Due in 9 weeks
☐ Pray for discernment ☐ Review sermon and make any necessary changes