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How can preaching do more than teach — how can it shape a church’s direction, culture, and heart for mission?

In this bonus episode, Russ Grinter, Darren Middleton, and Phil Campbell join forces to discuss how faithful preaching can set and sustain gospel vision in a local church. Together, they explore how vision casting happens not through flashy slogans or strategies, but through consistent, Christ-centred preaching that lifts people’s eyes to God’s purposes.

We talk about:

• How to preach in a way that forms a church’s culture over time
• The difference between preaching about vision and for vision
• How to align sermons with the mission and seasons of church life
• Lessons from years of preaching that have helped churches grow in focus and unity

Whether you’re planting, pastoring, or planning the year ahead, this episode will inspire you to preach in a way that helps your church see, and live, God’s big vision together.

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Episode 10: Heart Application with Murray Capill

Preaching isn’t finished until God’s Word reaches real lives. But how do we move from explaining the text to showing its transforming power in the everyday?

In this season finale, we’re joined by Murray Capill, pastor, author, and long-time lecturer in preaching, to explore the heart of application. Murray unpacks why application is not an optional add-on, but the very goal of preaching, and how preachers can connect the Bible to the joys and struggles of their people with helpful ideas and frameworks.

We discuss:

• Why application is central to biblical preaching
• How to make sermons land in different contexts and with diverse listeners
• Common pitfalls in application and how to avoid them
• How application keeps pointing people to Christ rather than just “good advice”

This episode ties together the themes of the whole season, reminding us that preaching is not only about saying true things but about God’s Word bringing lasting change in real lives.

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Episode 9: Key Tips for Beginners with Dave Martin

Every preacher has a first sermon. But what makes the difference between stumbling through and stepping up with confidence?

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Martin — experienced pastor and preaching trainer — to hear his most practical advice for those just starting out. Dave shares lessons learned the hard way, what he wishes he knew earlier, and the habits that can set new preachers on a path of steady growth.

We cover:

• How to overcome nerves and prepare with clarity
• The essential building blocks of a faithful sermon
• Common mistakes beginners make and how to avoid them

If you’re a beginner preacher, or walking alongside someone who is, this episode offers wisdom that’s both realistic and deeply encouraging.