This document outlines a 7-day process for planning a sermon. Day 1 involves studying the Bible passage through personal and formal study to determine the "Big Idea." Day 2 focuses on creating a "Sticky Statement" and outlining goals. Day 3 is about introducing and concluding the sermon, as well as adding illustrations. Day 4 solidifies the content and illustrations. Day 5 is for rest. Day 6 is practicing delivery. Day 7 is delivery of the final sermon. The process provides structure for developing sermons through determining the central theme and creating an outline to convey it.
This document outlines a 7-day process for planning a sermon. Day 1 involves studying the Bible passage through personal and formal study to determine the "Big Idea." Day 2 focuses on creating a "Sticky Statement" and outlining goals. Day 3 is about introducing and concluding the sermon, as well as adding illustrations. Day 4 solidifies the content and illustrations. Day 5 is for rest. Day 6 is practicing delivery. Day 7 is delivery of the final sermon. The process provides structure for developing sermons through determining the central theme and creating an outline to convey it.
This document outlines a 7-day process for planning a sermon. Day 1 involves studying the Bible passage through personal and formal study to determine the "Big Idea." Day 2 focuses on creating a "Sticky Statement" and outlining goals. Day 3 is about introducing and concluding the sermon, as well as adding illustrations. Day 4 solidifies the content and illustrations. Day 5 is for rest. Day 6 is practicing delivery. Day 7 is delivery of the final sermon. The process provides structure for developing sermons through determining the central theme and creating an outline to convey it.
This document outlines a 7-day process for planning a sermon. Day 1 involves studying the Bible passage through personal and formal study to determine the "Big Idea." Day 2 focuses on creating a "Sticky Statement" and outlining goals. Day 3 is about introducing and concluding the sermon, as well as adding illustrations. Day 4 solidifies the content and illustrations. Day 5 is for rest. Day 6 is practicing delivery. Day 7 is delivery of the final sermon. The process provides structure for developing sermons through determining the central theme and creating an outline to convey it.
As a result of study, write down what you believe is the one “Big Idea” of the passage. It might not change much, if at all, from your original thesis.
Example: Luke 22:39-62 Big Idea of the Text: Jesus relied on God’s strength as he faced the cross, allowing the same disciples who abandoned Him to later be courageous in the face of death.
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Sticky
Step 1: Create a “Sticky Statement”
Using the “Big Idea” of your passage, create one sticky statement that sums up your entire message. Your “Sticky Statement” should apply and contemporize the “Big Idea” of the text. Craft it in such a way that your audience can remember it long after the sermon is over.
Jesus relied on God’s strength as he faced the cross, allowing the same disciples who abandoned Him to later be courageous in the face of death.
Sticky Statement: Jesus did what we couldn’t; now, we can do what he could.
Step 2: Write Down Your End Goal
What do you want your congregation to do as a result of this message? Make
this clear, precise, and applicable.
End Goal: _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ 6 Sermon Planner Day 2
Example - Luke 22:39-62
Big Idea of the Text: Jesus relied on God’s strength as he faced the cross, allowing the same disciples who abandoned Him to later be courageous in the face of death.
Sticky Statement: Jesus did what we couldn’t; now, we can do what he could.
End Goal: As a result of reflecting on Jesus’ death and resurrection, I want the people in my congregation to make a courageous step to share the love of Jesus with one person this week.
Step 3: Outline Your Sermon
Now that you know where your sermon is going, outline your message. There are many different methods you can utilize. Find out what works best for you and communicates the text effectively. In each section of your outline, write down one clear sentence that summarizes that header or point.
Example:
Traditional 2-4 Point Method; Andy Stanley’s Me, We, God, You, We; Running Commentary, etc.
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Style
Step 1: Introduction and Conclusion
Now that the bare bones of your sermon is put together, craft a compelling introduction and conclusion.
A good introduction captures attention and answers this question for the audience: “Why do I need to listen?”
A good conclusion summarizes the messages and pushes audiences to the end goal: “What do I need to do?”
Step 2: Illustrations
By now, you’ve probably already thought of sermon illustrations for your
message. Plug those in and research more.
Step 3: Fill in Outline
Using your study notes from Day 1 and your End Goal, fill out the Bible (or explanation) and the application portions of your message.
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Solidify
Step 1: Finish Illustrations
Finish researching illustrations and inserting them into your
message.
Step 2: Finish Sermon Content
Finish filling out the outline then double check the content. Have you adequately communicated the “Big Idea?” Is the message practical? Useful? Attention grabbing?
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Sabbath
Take a day off from sermon prep. Usually this will
coincide with your personal day off.
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Say
Step 1: Practice
Verbally preach through your message once or
twice, making notes on what you need to tweak or change.
