How to Get Ahead on Sermon Planning for the New Year

The pressure of sermon planning never lets up for pastors. Some weeks have more margin than others, and some texts are more fun to preach than others, yet Sunday is coming regardless.

According to a 2012 Lifeway Research study, close to 7 in 10 Southern Baptist pastors spend at least eight hours a week on sermon preparation, with 21% saying they spend more than 15 hours.

As you prepare for the new year, here are a few sermon planning ideas that may help you get a head start on sermon preparation.

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