Join host Ben Ratliff and guest Steven Spinnenweber for an in-depth conversation about the art and craft of preaching. This episode explores what preaching is, how to approach sermon preparation, and the pivotal role of commentaries. Spin shares his philosophy on tailoring sermons to the needs of the congregation, balancing milk for new believers with meat for the spiritually mature.

In a subscriber-exclusive segment, Stephen dives into the nuanced use of commentaries in sermon prep—how they can safeguard against novelty, provide fresh insights, and protect preachers from sounding dry or academic. Hear practical advice for young preachers and seasoned ministers alike.

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In this inaugural episode of Especially the Preaching, host Ben Ratliff introduces himself, shares his journey into ministry, and explains his passion for the ministry of the Word—especially preaching. Drawing from Westminster Larger Catechism 155, Ben discusses why preaching is the primary means by which God enlightens, convinces, and builds up His people. This episode lays the foundation for the podcast’s mission to hear from faithful pastors and about their preaching ministries.

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