With principles, strategies, and tactics you can apply in ministry this week, SermonView's Larry Witzel will inspire and affirm your calling with short podcast episodes offering ministry insights. 🖥️ Ministry Insights on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SermonView 📰 Ministry Insights articles: https://sermonview.com/ministry-insights/
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Welcome to the Propel Podcast, inspiration and innovation to grow your church, hosted by Larry Witzel. If God has given you big dreams for growing His Kingdom, this podcast is for you. Our goal is to offer practical training for effective evangelism in the Seventh-day Adventist ministry context, but we know the principles we talk about here are applicable in many other churches, as well. So, wherever you’re doing ministry, welcome to the Propel Podcast! The Propel Church Growth Conference is ...
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Looking for fresh ways to engage your community this Christmas? Here are eight creative ideas for holiday traditions that your church can start this year. These traditions can help your church build deeper connections, serve those in need, and create lasting memories. Which idea did you like the best for your next outreach event?!…
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Cesar Gonzalez - The Happiness Project
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Cesar Gonzalez unpacks the universal desire for happiness through a unique blend of scientific research and biblical truths. Cesar explores how relationships, purpose, and gratitude shape our well-being and offers a fresh perspective on how these concepts align with God's design for humanity. Along the way, practical insights and spiritual reflecti…
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Larry emphasizes building lasting holiday traditions that strengthen connections within the church and community. Drawing from his own family experiences, he shares four practical outreach ideas that meet community needs and foster meaningful relationships. By prioritizing consistency over perfection, he shows how churches can create impactful acti…
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Your church's website should make guests feel welcome! Creating a dedicated guest page can reduce anxiety for newcomers, helping them feel at ease before they even step inside. Here are some tips for using photos, service details, and authentic language to make your website speak to potential visitors and reflect your church culture. Even small cha…
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Tim Taylor & Rob Zama - Irresistible Identity: An Innovative Approach to Public Evangelism
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Discover a fresh approach to evangelism with Tim Taylor & Rob Zama. They introduce “Irresistible Identity”—a series centered on relational, Christ-focused messages that engage on a personal level, fostering connection over doctrine. Learn how this series transforms local churches and draws people of all ages to find purpose and identity in Jesus. S…
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Is your church website optimized for your guests? Two-thirds of guests explore a church's website before visiting, often deciding against it if crucial info is missing. Here are the top things guests look for: service times, church culture, beliefs, activities, and more. With these essentials in place, your church website can become a powerful, wel…
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Guests often feel uncertain about visiting a new church. Larry Witzel shares three practical ways to ease their anxiety and make them feel welcome. Discover how your church’s website, social media, and livestreams can create a comforting first impression, helping guests feel at ease before they even walk through the doors. Learn how fostering a sen…
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In this episode, Dr. Roger Walter shares powerful stories of evangelism. He explains the importance of building relationships, community service, and proclaiming the Adventist message to effectively catch and keep new members in the church. Dr. Walter also introduces the Evangelism Pyramid, which outlines the steps necessary for successful outreach…
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Larry Witzel explains why pre-registration is a powerful tool for increasing attendance at evangelistic events. He shares 3 key reasons to prioritize a pre-registration system: It taps into commitment, enables timely reminders, and opens doors for follow-up. With nearly two decades of experience in evangelism marketing, Larry highlights how an effe…
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Larry Witzel unpacks his study on how different advertising channels impact evangelistic event attendance. Learn which channels—social media, direct mail, YouTube, and more deliver the best attendance rates and cost-effectiveness. Larry also emphasizes the value of a multi-touch approach and tools like Interest Tracker for maximizing your event’s r…
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April Burville - VBS Children’s Church & Discipling Children
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April Burville highlights the importance of volunteering and community involvement in children's ministry. She shares insights on heart-driven programs, the differences between children's church and vacation Bible school, and the importance of planning and budgeting. April also discusses strategies for recruiting volunteers, promoting children's pr…
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If you're not using banners and road signs to promote your church events, you might be missing out on attracting more guests! Banners and road signs add powerful value to event marketing. Discover how these simple tools not only boost visibility but also drive real attendance.By Larry Witzel
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D.W. West - What to do With a Sinking Ship
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D.W. West shares strategies for revitalizing churches through effective evangelism and relationship-building. He emphasizes the need for a new church DNA focused on prayer, outreach, and an evangelistic lifestyle, detailing an evangelism cycle that equips and empowers members for lasting growth and revitalization. Episode Sponsor: Pacific Press The…
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Planning an evangelistic event at your church? Make sure YouTube advertising is part of your strategy! Video is one of the most powerful tools for evangelism, and here are three key tips to boost the effectiveness of your YouTube ads. Discover how to engage viewers, build personal connections, and get them excited to attend. With YouTube's wide rea…
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Larry Witzel emphasizes the importance of not comparing yourself to others and instead focusing on the unique path God has set before you. Larry encourages viewers to go at their own pace, reminding them that ministry is a marathon, not a sprint. He acknowledges the challenges pastors face and offers words of encouragement to stay the course, trust…
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Larry Witzel explains why direct mail is still crucial for church evangelism, despite its decline in engagement. He highlights that direct mail guarantees every home receives an invitation, something digital ads can't. Studies show that people who pre-register through direct mail are more likely to attend events than those from social media. While …
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Daniel Hall - The Compassion Project
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Pastor Daniel Hall shares his experiences with the Compassion Project, highlighting an innovative approach to evangelism that combines service with meeting needs and building relationships. Pastor Hall emphasizes the importance of working with children as a key part of outreach efforts, using social media advertising, and removing religious barrier…
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Digital marketing is the most cost-effective tool for promoting evangelistic events today. Backed by a recent study, Larry compares the performance of social media advertising to direct mail, showing that while fewer people may attend from social media pre-registrations, the overall cost per attendee is significantly lower.…
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Cesar Gonzalez - How to do Evangelism and Have Your Community Pay for it
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Cesar Gonzalez shares how your community can fund evangelism, emphasizing the importance of building relationships, focusing on community needs, and being open about the church's mission. Cesar talks about serving communities, building trust with local leaders, and leveraging church resources. He encourages seeking financial support and highlights …
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Larry Witzel discusses how pride can undermine spiritual growth and ministry success. Drawing from his personal experiences, Larry explains the "yo-yo effect" of success and setbacks, attributing it to the natural build-up of pride that comes with success. The key takeaway: breathe in the Spirit, breathe out pride, and give God the credit for your …
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Hiram Rester - Top 10 Reasons Preachers Can’t Get Decisions
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Join Hiram Rester as he explains why pastors often don’t get decisions. He highlights believing in your message, preaching passionately, and asking for decisions. Hiram shares the importance of decision-making in evangelistic meetings, sharing his experiences and emphasizing frequent appeals, effective follow-up, and visiting. He draws parallels be…
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In this Ministry Insights, Larry Witzel emphasizes the importance of always asking for a decision in your sermons. Just like in marketing, where companies like Best Buy guide customers through a series of small steps toward a big goal, pastors should guide their congregations through their spiritual journeys. Don’t let your sermons end without guid…
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D.W. West - Tell Somebody About Jesus
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In this episode, Pastor D.W. West shares his journey in evangelism and church planting, revealing the power of building genuine relationships and staying faithful to God's call. Discover inspiring stories of transformed lives and learn practical steps for reaching people in today's culture. Episode Sponsor: Adventist Information Ministry The Propel…
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Larry Witzel shares a powerful insight about the true purpose of Bible prophecy meetings. Contrary to common belief, these meetings aren't just about teaching prophecy; they're about building connections within your community. Larry emphasizes that while discussing Bible prophecy is important, the real value lies in the relationships formed before …
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Byron Corbett - Shifting Church Culture for Evangelism
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In this episode, Byron Corbett explains that most Seventh-day Adventist churches in North America are plateaued or declining in members, often due to a lack of focus on reaching the lost. Byron highlights the need for church leaders to prioritize soul-winning and create a culture of evangelism. He emphasizes planning reaping series well in advance,…
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Larry Witzel shares a powerful insight for those in ministry, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the best things rather than getting weighed down by merely good tasks. Drawing from his backpacking experience, Larry explains how carrying unnecessary weight—literally and figuratively can hinder progress. He encourages pastors to keep their eye…
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David Klinedinst - Utilizing the forecasting Hope Evangelism Series Builder and How to Get Decisions and Make Appeals
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In this presentation, David Kliedinst gives a deep dive into the effectiveness of the Forecasting Hope series builder. This comprehensive evangelism package includes 21 Christ-centered messages and resources for conducting a successful evangelistic series. The goal of the package is to help churches engage with their communities and make meaningful…
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Larry Witzel explains why Bible prophecy remains the most effective topic for evangelistic series, even when some church members feel tired of it. Discover why prophecy still draws crowds and offers hope in our chaotic world. If you’re facing challenges in ministry, remember you’re in your church for a reason. Stay strong, God’s got this!🙏🏼…
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Hiram Rester - Proven Tools for Effective Evangelism
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In this presentation, Hiram Rester uses the metaphor of grafting fruit trees to emphasize effective evangelism strategies, including starting with proven series, using public halls, and adapting visitation methods like phone calls and texts. He highlights the importance of delivering comprehensive messages, encouraging personal Bible reading, and a…
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In this episode, Larry Witzel dives into the crucial topic of sermon titles, specifically for evangelistic meetings. He explains why clarity should always precede cleverness when reaching your community. Why is this important? When inviting people to evangelistic events, you only have a few seconds to capture their attention and convey the essence …
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Jose Saint Phard - The Harvest is Ready: Awakening to the Urgency of Evangelism
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Join Pastor Jose St. Phard as he talks about how we can help make God known with this urgent opportunity in evangelism. Discover why sharing the good news of Jesus Christ is about working with God to show His love to others. Pastor Jose explains the importance of simple, clear ideas and following Jesus’ way of making disciples. Find out how to trus…
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In this episode of Ministry Insights from SermonView, Larry Witzel emphasizes the importance of a clear call to action. He explains that the average American makes about 35,000 decisions daily, leading to decision fatigue. By directly asking for specific actions, whether it’s subscribing to a channel or committing to daily Bible reading, leaders ca…
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Dr. Jason Canfield - Generational Intelligence for Evangelism and Retention
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Join Dr. Jason Canfield as he explains how to connect with every generation in your church. He shares key ways to tailor biblical teachings to resonate with each age group and create strong bonds between different generations. Learn how to understand and respect different giving habits and worship styles. This helps build community and mutual under…
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In this pre-episode, Larry explains his vision for the Ministry Insights series: to inspire, educate, and affirm pastors in their ministry.By Larry Witzel
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Cyndi Keiser - Decisions for Christ
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The conversation focuses on the importance of helping others come to Christ and the role of training and understanding human nature in effective evangelism. It emphasizes the need for clear communication, building relationships, and creating a positive and accepting environment. The speaker shares personal experiences and recommends resources for f…
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Cyndi Keiser - Jesus the Master Soul Winner
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This is the second of three episodes featuring Cyndi Keiser. This presentation focuses on the importance of studying the life of Jesus and following His example in ministry. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive education and the value of reading books. Cyndi also highlights the significance of self-sacrifice, patience, and cheerfulness in minis…
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Cyndi Keiser - The Science of Winning Souls
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This is the first of three episodes featuring Cyndi Keiser. In this presentation, Cyndi emphasizes the importance of helping others come to Christ through training and understanding human nature. Cyndi shares personal experiences and resources for growth in evangelism and addresses that not everyone will accept it, but ultimately God is in control.…
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Larry Witzel - The Digital Transformation of Ministry
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In this presentation, Larry Witzel covers his experience of being in the Soviet Union during its breakup. He also explains the impact of our digital transformation on society and the potential of YouTube advertising for building parasocial relationships. Tune in to learn how you can adapt and grow your church in our digital era. Episode sponsor: eA…
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Dr. Roscoe Shields Jr. - Revitalizing Church Growth with Christ’s Methods Online
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In this presentation, Dr. Rosco Shields Jr. tells his journey as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor in revolutionizing digital evangelism. From building a digital marketing company to adapting to the challenges of COVID-19. He emphasizes the importance of genuine care, personal engagement, and high-touch digital interactions. Episode sponsor: Adventist…
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Alex Portillo - Evangelism Advertising in a Digital Space
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Alex Portillo shares his experience as a pastor using YouTube advertising for evangelism, including his strategy, results, and insights. Alex also covers the importance of organic reach and understanding online culture. He further shares the value of creating content that resonates with both Christians and non-Christians. If you want to get started…
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Dr. Hiram Rester - How we got 1 Million+ Video Views
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Dr. Hiram Rester discusses using video ads on social media for evangelistic outreach. He explores their impact, cost, and effectiveness, highlighting audience demographic shifts and future growth potential. Hiram also shares his experiences with community engagement and the positive effects of digital outreach on local church attendance. If you're …
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Brent Hardinge & Marshall McKenzie - Digging Deeper in a Digital World
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This presentation features Brent Hardinge & Marshall McKenzie as they discuss digital evangelism and its impact on reaching and connecting with individuals in the community. They explore the importance of digital resources, engaging with seekers, and transitioning from community interest to church contact. They emphasize the importance of listening…
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In this talk, Dr. Wilson encourages us to dream big in evangelism, inspired by the life and ministry of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. God is still looking for dreamers who are determined to please Him and accept His mission. Dr. Wilson talks about the qualities of a dreamer and how they can fulfill their purpose in life. He emphasizes that if you’re a…
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Cesar Gonzalez - Evangelizing Your Members
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In this presentation, Cesar focuses on Mark chapter 8 and the theme of being versus doing in church culture. He emphasizes the importance of understanding who God wants us to be rather than solely focusing on what we should do. He encourages pastors to protect their churches from toxicity and to lead with humility and love. And he concludes by emph…
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Larry Witzel - The Power of Asking Boldly
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This episode shares the final presentation from the 2023 Propel Conference, where Larry Witzel unpacks Matthew 7:7-8. That’s Jesus’s statement from the Sermon on the Mount about asking, seeking, and knocking. Larry talks about how asking—persistently and with faith—can lead to remarkable outcomes in your personal life, in your church, in your caree…
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Dr. Roger Walter - Putting It All Together
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In this episode, Dr. Walter talks about the transformative power of evangelism and the strategic approach to church growth through prayer, team-building, and effective community outreach. Highlighting the impact of traditional evangelistic series on community engagement and church growth, Roger challenges us to prioritize action over personal prefe…
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In this presentation, Richie dives into the transformative lessons of Luke 5:1-6. He talks about how Jesus' miraculous catch of fish not only reveals His power but also teaches us about faith, perseverance, and the readiness to respond to His call, even when all seems lost. Richie unpacks how this ancient story echoes in our lives today, inspiring …
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Cindy Chamberlin-Eastwood & Ted Vanderlaan: Making Church a Safe Place
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In this presentation, Cindy Chamberlin-Eastwood and Ted Vanderlaan discuss the importance of addressing clergy sexual abuse within the church and the need for prevention and education. They share their experiences with The Hope of Survivors, an advocacy and education group for victims and families of clergy sexual abuse. They discuss the challenges…
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Tim Taylor: Reclaiming Missing Members
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Our speaker for this episode is Pastor Tim Taylor, director of outreach ministries for the Oregon Conference. In his presentation, Tim talks about the startling reality of missing members and the need to close the back door. He shares how to build a team and how to coordinate the team’s working using interest tracking software. He also discusses ho…
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Our speaker for this podcast episode once again is Dr. Sherri Uhrig, the Children’s Ministries Director for the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists. She has a lifetime of experience in serving families and helping children develop faith. In this presentation, Dr. Uhrig talks about children’s evangelism and the importance of saying yes…
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