Preaching to Newbies and Mature Christians at the Same Time

Every week, pastors all over the world are asked to do something that is almost impossible. Preach a message to a group of people that includes

• Teenagers to seniors
• Men and women
• Mature disciples and not-yet-believers
• The faithful and the skeptical
• Regular attenders and first-time guests
• Singles, married, divorced, and “it’s complicated”
• Those who need comfort and those who need a swift kick in the…

Ask pastors what their toughest regular assignment is, and speaking a message that ministers to everyone is at or near the top of the list.

This is something pastors are expected to do – and do well – that no one else is ever asked to do. Not just once, but 45-52 weeks a year. Sometimes two or three times a week. All while keeping it fresh and new every time. Read more