On this episode of the Elevate Podcast, Matt Pearson is joined by John Joseph to discuss the dynamics of preaching within a multi-campus church. They explore how to maintain authenticity, balance individual preaching styles with collaborative sermon planning, and discern when to pivot based on the unique needs of each congregation.

Meet the Speakers:

• Matt Pearson: Campus and teaching pastor at The Church at West Franklin, Matt values authentic, contextually grounded preaching that speaks directly to the heart of his congregation.
• John Joseph: Serving as the campus and teaching pastor at The Church at Station Hill, John emphasizes clarity, community, and compassionate communication shaped by real-life pastoral experience.

Timestamps:

• 2:50 – Brentwood’s collaborative preaching philosophy across campuses
• 11:48 – How prayer shapes effective sermon preparation
• 15:43 – Balancing your personal preaching voice with sermon series themes
• 23:32 – Knowing when and how to pivot from your preaching plan
• 29:15 – Essential advice for young and growing preachers
• 30:09 – Why regular feedback is crucial to developing your preaching gift

Resources Mentioned:

• The Valley of Vision: A Minister’s Preaching