Best Dr. Alan Carr Podcasts (2024)

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122 - Thoughts on Preaching - Part 2 35:00

3h ago35:00

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On today's episode, I want to share several thoughts more on preaching. These observations are designed to enhance our preaching, help us avoid the common traps of preaching, and make us more listenable as preachers. As always, I would love to hear from you. Let me know what you think, and if you have any thoughts I missed, please send them along. …

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121 - Thoughts On Preaching - Part 1 34:45

1d ago34:45

34:45

On today's episode, I want to begin sharing several thoughts on preaching. The observations are designed to enhance our preaching, help us avoid the common traps of preaching, and make us more listenable as preachers. As always, I would love to hear from you. Let me know what you think, and if you have any thoughts I missed, please send them along.…

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120 - Three Stages In A Pastor's Life 37:48

14d ago37:48

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Today, we will discuss the three stages of a pastor's life. As we move through our years in the ministry, we will change, and our ministry will change with us. I want to walk you through the three stages you will pass through as you live out your calling to preach. I pray this will be helpful and challenging to you. All of Life for God The All of L…

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119 - Exegesis vs Eisegesis 29:11

21d ago29:11

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In today's episode, I discuss the difference between letting the Bible say what it says and making it say what the preacher wants it to. We will also discuss the differences between exegesis and eisegesis. This is not a trivial matter. It is akin to the differences between lightning and a lightning bug. I want to make a strong case in favor of exeg…

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118 - Finding Your Preaching Style - Part 3 36:28

28d ago36:28

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In this final episode of the series on Finding Your Preaching Style, I talk about how you can learn to be yourself in your preaching. We will talk about the experiences that have shaped us into the people we are and how those experiences shape our preaching. We will also address several other issues related to our preaching style and how to find yo…

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117 - Finding Your Preaching Style - Part 2 33:15

1M ago33:15

33:15

This episode continues the thought from episode 116. We are seeking a way to find our preaching style. God does not want us to be an echo; he wants us to be a voice. The best way to be a voice for God is to be the preacher God created you to be. Find your style and be yourself. That is what I want to help you do. All of Life for God The All of Life…

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116 - Ten Preaching Styles To Avoid - Finding Your Preaching Style - Part 1 29:02

1M ago29:02

29:02

Every preacher has a unique preaching style. Some preaching styles are very effective, while others are not. In this episode, I want to discuss Ten Preaching Styles To Avoid. We will discuss: The "Look at Me" preacher The "Comedian" preacher The "Bible Commentary" preacher The "Rubber Chicken" preacher The "Microwave" preacher The "Aimlessly Drivin…

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115 - Tips On Sermon Delivery 24:28

2M ago24:28

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Effective preaching is not just what we say, it's how we say it. No matter how strong our content, bad delivery can sink a sermon. In this episode we discuss sermon delivery. I offer several tips to help you improve your sermon delivery. Listen and let me know what you think. Do you have any sermon delivery tips that can help others? Send them to m…

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114 - Sola Scriptura - The Authority Of Scripture 42:39

2M ago42:39

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As preachers of the Bible, we must never forget that the Bible is our final authority for all matters of faith and practice. We are not to preach our opinions or the opinions of others, echo the flawed teaching of other men, or allow our church traditions to assume a place more important than the Bible. To understand this better, we need to examine…

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113 - A Simple Introduction To Bible Study 35:57

2M ago35:57

35:57

In this episode, I give a simple introduction to Bible study—Bible study pared down to its most simple terms. Perhaps you have advanced far beyond this most straightforward method. That is good, but plenty of people are still learning how to study their Bibles. Even if you are an advanced Bible student, listen to the episode and share this method w…

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112 - Tips For Effective Preaching 34:44

2M ago34:44

34:44

In this episode, we will discuss Some Tips for Effective Preaching. We all want our preaching to be better, and it can be. If we put in the effort God will bless our preaching for his glory. I will deal with the points listed below. I pray this episode will be a help to you in your preaching ministry. Study the Word Memorize scripture * God’s Word …

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111 - The Preacher's Secret Weapon 34:51

2M ago34:51

34:51

What is the most important tool the preacher has? What will give him more power with people, a more significant listenership, greater respect and standing among the congregation, shelter him when the enemies of truth attack him and help him maintain all the relationships in his life with grace? What is the preacher’s secret weapon? Does such a weap…

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110 - Ten Steps To A Better Outline 31:05

3M ago31:05

31:05

This episode will discuss ten ways to improve our sermon outlines. I hope you are enjoying the show. Let me know. God bless. All of Life for God The All of Life for God podcast is an engaging and thoughtful collection of exclusive... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show. Subscribe to this podcast. Leave us a review. Point your friends…

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109 - This Is The Way 35:25

3M ago35:25

35:25

In this episode, I discuss how God uses preaching to accomplish much for his glory in his kingdom work. I want to show you how God uses preaching to: Evangelize Sinners Edify Saints Encourage the Suffering Establish His Church Expose Sin Equip the Church Listen to this episode and find out why This Is The Way. All of Life for God The All of Life fo…

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108 - Preach The Word - A Brief Study of 2 Timothy 4:1-5 38:45

3M ago38:45

38:45

We know what we are commanded to do. We are commanded to preach the Word of God. But what does that mean? In this episode, we conduct a brief study of 2 Timothy 4:1-5. Let the Word of God speak to you as we study this powerful passage. Then get out there and Preach the Word! All of Life for God The All of Life for God podcast is an engaging and tho…

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107 - Why The Old Testament Still Matters 32:46

4M ago32:46

32:46

Does the Old Testament still matter in our modern culture? Of course, it does! In this episode, I discuss three reasons why the Old Testament still matters in modern preaching. We will deal with the following reasons: 1. The Old Testament is the foundation for the work of Jesus. 2. Believers find their true identity in the Old Testament. 3. The Old…

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106 - Preacher, Don't Miss Jesus 28:06

4M ago28:06

28:06

You would think Jesus would be the center of everything we say and do. You might think every sermon has Jesus as its primary focus. But is this accurate? Are our sermons all about Jesus, or are they about all sorts of other things? The truth is, we miss Jesus far more often than we want to admit. Let’s talk about it. In this episode, we will discus…

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105 - Preaching With Compassion - Part 2 41:28

4M ago41:28

41:28

Compassion is a rare trait in our society. Many people struggle to find support during difficult times in their lives. Unfortunately, even churches often lack genuine compassion. Those who have been hurt and broken by life come to church seeking relief and guidance from God's Word, hoping to find comfort. Instead, they are often met with judgment, …

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104 - Preaching With Compassion - Part 1 33:06

4M ago33:06

33:06

Our world is filled with hurting people. Our world is filled with lost souls who need to hear the gospel. If we will effectively reach the hurting and the lost, we must do so with compassion. In this episode, I begin a discussion about preaching with compassion. I want to tell you what compassion is, why it matters, how it can be impeded, and how i…

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103 - 10 Essentials For Biblical Preaching 38:01

4M ago38:01

38:01

Let's face it: preaching is hard work but worth the effort. God uses preaching to save his people. God uses preaching to feed the church. God uses preaching to glorify himself. If we want to be effective preachers, our preaching should be biblical. In this episode, I share the ten essential ingredients of biblical preaching. All of Life for God The…

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102 - Tips For The Small Church Pastor 37:42

5M ago37:42

37:42

Pastoring a small church can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield. I want to offer a few tips to the small church pastor in this episode. These tips may help you avoid stepping in the wrong place and blowing yourself and the church to pieces. Give this episode a listen, and let me know what you think. Reach out with your questions, comme…

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101 - What Are You Afraid Of? 38:26

5M ago38:26

38:26

In this episode, we are going to talk about fear. Specifically, we will discuss some of the fears plaguing the minds of pastors and preachers. Listen to this episode if you have fears (And who doesn't?). I pray there will be some help in my words for you. If you want to discuss some of your fears, please reach out. God bless you and thank you for l…

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100 - Praying In Jesus' Name 26:10

5M ago26:10

26:10

Today, I am sharing the content of a sermon I preach about praying in Jesus's name. I want to show you why we do it and what it means to pray in Jesus' name. I do not have enough room to share the complete sermon manuscript in these notes. If you want a copy, please email and ask. It will be provided without cost. Thanks for listening. All of Life …

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99 - Five Tips For You When You Are Discouraged 27:02

5M ago27:02

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1. Discouragement is part of ministry Facing discouragement is normal in all ministries. Something is off if someone in ministry claims to be on a perpetual high. If you are feeling discouraged, you are not alone. 2 . Remember How God has worked in your life He saved you, called you, gifted you, prepared you, shaped you, and used you. Recollect tho…

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98 - Interview with Bishop Jesse Carr - Part 2 49:42

6M ago49:42

49:42

In this episode, we continue our discussion with Jesse Carr, who is the Pastor of Sharon Heights Baptist Church in Brookside, AL. Join us as we discuss several matters that will be of particular interest to preachers and pastors. As always, I would appreciate hearing from you. Reach out at alancarr@gmail.com. Thank you for listening. All of Life fo…

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97 - Interview With Pastor Jesse Carr 47:41

6M ago47:41

47:41

In this episode, we sit down once again with Pastor Jessae Carr. Jesse is the Pastor of Sharon Heights Baptist Church in Brookside, AL. Jesse is my son, and in exchange for his Christmas meal, he has consented to sit down for a couple of interviews. The first will air this week, and the second installment will air next week. Jesse has a lot of insi…

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96 - Toward More Vivid Preaching 37:49

6M ago37:49

37:49

In this episode, we will discuss how we can make our preaching more vivid, more picturesque, and, thus, more engaging. Employing the proper techniques can help our listeners see what we are saying. When we speak using vivid language, our words can touch the human senses, drawing the congregation into the message so they can hear, see, touch, smell,…

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95 - How Can I Be A Better Preacher? 38:24

6M ago38:24

38:24

In this episode, I want to ask and answer the question, How Can I Be A Better Preacher? We all want to be better at what God has called us to do, right? I want to share 20 tips that can help us be better preachers. Learn to depend on the Holy Spirit to guide your Bible study and sermon preparation. Listen to experienced preachers and study their te…

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94 - Six Way To Prepare Sermons According To C.H. Spurgeon 30:15

7M ago30:15

30:15

Charles H. Spurgeon has been called the "Prince of Preachers." He achieved his title by being devoted to the Word of God and the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Spurgeon had a sharp mind, encyclopedic knowledge of the Puritan writers and world history, and a near-photographic memory. God blessed Spurgeon with a keen intellect. God used these attri…

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93 - The Problem With Modern Preaching 39:18

7M ago39:18

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Preaching today is a minefield. When it comes to preaching, the good, the bad, and the ugly are all around us. If you are like me, you have a desire to be the best preachier you can be. You want to be clear. You want to preach the gospel. You want to glorify God. But if we were honest, we would all have to admit there are problems with our preachin…

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92 - The Problem Of Preaching At Christmas 30:27

7M ago30:27

30:27

Preaching a compelling Christmas message is a challenging assignment. How can we stay fresh year after year? Let me offer a few suggestions. 1. Capture the true wonder of Christmas. Set it in the total context of the drama of redemption. 2. Avoid allegorical and sentimental approaches. Christmas messages focusing exclusively on the “sweet, precious…

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91 - Preaching From The White Spaces 27:19

7M ago27:19

27:19

Preaching From The White Spaces You know what "white space" is, don’t you? It's the tiny space between the verses in our Bibles. Most of the time, there's nothing there to think about. The previous verse moves right into the following verse; nothing is missing or intentionally left out. The story flows, and the logic flows. It all fits and makes pe…

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90 - Inductive Bible Study 35:52

7M ago35:52

35:52

We all know we should read and study the Bible. But sometimes, the task seems overwhelming. In this episode, I want to introduce you to the inductive Bible study method. This Bible stidy method is build on three main pillars. They are: Observation Interpretation Application This episode gives you a very basic introduction to this method. There is t…

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89 - How To Develop An Expository Sermon 24:15

8M ago24:15

24:15

In this episode, we will discuss how to develop an expository sermon. I want to share ten key elements that every expository sermon should contain. These ten elements of sermon preparation will help you think through the essential steps you need to follow. These key elements will help you answer the following questions: Observation - What does the …

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88 - How To Mishandle A Bible Story 29:15

8M ago29:15

29:15

In this episode I talk about mishandling a Bible story. This is something we should never do. This is something we try hard not to do. But there are times when we handle the stories in the Bible in ways we should not. There are several ways in which we can do this, and I mention several in this episode. What follows is a brief list. Skip the story …

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Bible Episode - Bible Study Tools You Can Use Today 19:33

8M ago19:33

19:33

Let's face it, times are tough. Money is tight. Books and Bible software can be expensive. In this bonus episode, I am going to share with you several free resources you can access and use today to deepen you Bible study without spending a dime. I am also going to list a couple of paid resources that are worth the financial investment, if you have …

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87 - Why You Should Write Your Sermon Conclusion First 26:37

8M ago26:37

26:37

In this episode, I want to provide you with a few reasons why you should write you conclusion first. We often start the sermon writing process with the introduction. I want you to see that there is a better way. The three reason I will discuss for writing the conclusion first are: It Can Help Clarifies the Central Main Point You Can Pull Together t…

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86 - Ten Preaching Mistakes To Avoid 40:28

8M ago40:28

40:28

Ten Preaching Mistakes To Avoid I sometimes feel awkward giving preachers advice on preaching. We all have our individual style and preaching habits, after all. But since I’m a Senior Pastor who preaches many times a year, hear me out. I have much to say about preaching. There are many opinions always floating about in my head. Not all of them are …

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85 - AI - To Use Or Not To Use? 40:09

9M ago40:09

40:09

In this episode, we will discuss AI and ChatGTP and whether or not they can or should be used in pastoral ministry. The answer is both yes and no. Listen to the episode and let me know what you think. Below is an expository outline from ChatGTP that you might find interesting. Prompt: Write an alliterated expository sermon from Numbers 21:1-9 using…

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84 - Three Ways To Preach Without Notes 42:59

9M ago42:59

42:59

Every preacher needs to be able to preach without notes on some occasions. It is not a freakish skill that only some possess or a unique style that only some need to cultivate. It is something every preacher can and sometimes needs to do. In this episode, I suggest ways to cultivate the ability to preach without notes when the situation calls for i…

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83 - I Would Never Do That - Part 2 47:25

9M ago47:25

47:25

In this episode, I discuss the church's Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary issues. We are going to see what matters when it comes to our preaching and our belief system. One of the problems in the church is our inability to distinguish between what matters and what doesn't in our preaching. As a result, some preachers spend most of their time preachi…

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82 - I Would Never Do That - Part 1 41:41

9M ago41:41

41:41

In this episode, I begin discussing issues often disputed in the church. Today, I deal with 2 Timothy 4:1-5 and Romans 14 regarding how we should treat one another and what is and isn't involved in our call to preach. This is a topic that lies heavy on my heart. I see so many people being hurt by those who seek to lay the burden of modern Phariseei…

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81 - Ten Tips For Sermon (and Preacher) Preparation 32:54

10M ago32:54

32:54

In this episode, we offer tne tips for preachers as they prepare their sermons. If nothing else, these are simple reminders that preaching is bigger than we know and more straightforward than we believe. Here are the points I elaborate on in the episode. Hermeneutics come first. Christ-centered preaching is Christian preaching. The correct doctrine…

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80 - The Book We Preach 41:46

10M ago41:46

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In this episode, we discuss the Bible. We explore different views of inspiration, all of the false views but one. We will discuss plenary, verbal inspiration. Let me know what you think. It would be a blessing to hear from you. I mention this each week, but if you have ideas for future episodes, let me know. Who knows? I might use them. Thank you f…

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79 - Six Elements Of Good Preaching 37:35

10M ago37:35

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Six Essential Elements Of Good Preaching 1. Good Preaching Is Exegetical Great preaching mines the text for all the truth it contains. It allows the Bible to speak for itself. Good preaching takes a text and explains the central truth within the text. Good preaching does not allow opinions, traditions, or relationships to cloud the text’s true mean…

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78 - Seven Keys For Great Preaching 34:14

10M ago34:14

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1. Passion — Passion doesn’t mean that you have to rant and rave, but it does mean that you should show some conviction about what you’re preaching. There is a flaw in my nature: I don’t keep listening if I’m not interested in the communicator in the first 5 minutes. 2. Prayer — I didn’t include this because I was supposed to, but because it is the…

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77 - Planning Your Preaching 38:58

11M ago38:58

38:58

This week we talk about Planning Your Preaching. In this episode, we discuss planning a preaching calendar. We will cover the following material. Why Should You Plan Your Preaching? A Plan Helps You Prepare Better and Faster A Plan Helps Others Prepare Better A Plan Allows for Greater Leadership of the Holy Spirit How do I start? Here are six "gets…

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76 - The Saturday Night Special 34:33

11M ago34:33

34:33

The phrase "Saturday night special" was coined by a journalist in 1917 to describe a cheap, easily obtained, often disposable handgun. Saturday night specials are notorious for being easy to get and dangerous to the shooter and the person he hopes to shoot. While Saturday night specials are a danger to the public, I want to discuss a different sort…

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75 - Sermon Application 101 - Part 2 41:08

11M ago41:08

41:08

In this episode, we continue to talk about the vital matter of sermon application. Perhaps the most challenging part of sermon preparation is applying the text to a modern congregation. The text of the Bible is ancient, and the same cultural-historical context which caused the Spirit of God to inspire the original text to the original recipients do…

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74 - Sermon Application 101 - Part 1 36:36

11M ago36:36

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Perhaps the most challenging part of sermon preparation is applying the text to a modern congregation. The text of the Bible is ancient, and the same cultural-historical context which caused the Spirit of God to inspire the original text to the original recipients does not always apply to our modern congregations. While this is true, the ancient te…

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