{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Preachers in Training","title":"Five Things Members Wish Their Preachers Knew - with Hiram Kemp","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/fb8257fd\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2637,"description":"Preachers spend considerable time thinking about what their congregations need to hear—but how often do they consider what it is like to listen from the pew?\n\nRobert is joined by Hiram Kemp to discuss his article, “5 Things Members Wish Their Preachers Knew.” Together, they explore how preachers can communicate biblical truth with greater clarity, compassion, practicality, and hope.\nIn this episode:\nBible study is difficult for some members—and many are sincerely trying.\nScholarship should clarify Scripture rather than confuse listeners.\nMembers need to know that their preacher struggles too.\nBiblical preaching should connect Scripture to everyday life.\nEvery sermon should ultimately point people to Jesus and offer hope.\nThis conversation encourages preachers to step away from the pulpit for a moment, consider the perspective of those in the pew, and remember that preachers and members are working toward the same goal.\nResources\nRead “5 Things Members Wish Their Preachers Knew”\nSubscribe to Hiram Kemp’s Words for Our Time","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/hMAJSF1oseoxjKcQ1lWgg1STh-Xy0OnPgqq6mQRTgOg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kNGRj/NTczZjk5YzMzNDdl/NjQ1NGJiNzJhMGNi/NGZhNS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}