The smartphone has reshaped nearly every dimension of life, and preaching is no exception. Pastors once served as the primary theological voice for their congregations, guiding people through Scripture with few immediate challenges to interpretation or historical claims.
Today, nearly every listener carries in their pocket a device that can summon commentaries, articles, linguistic tools, and theological debates within seconds.
This accessibility brings benefits, but it also creates new complexities—particularly when congregants “fact-check” the pastor during the sermon.
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