Those who listen to
sermons also need some- thing to take with them,
something to remind them of what they have seen and heard.
Maybe it’s a question to ponder
during the week: “T ink about how you can love your neighbor this week.” Or maybe it’s a specifi c action: “When you’re waiting in line this week, use that time for prayer.” Or maybe it’s even a physical
reminder—a card with a prayer on it or a cross to carry in their pocket. Something to help them remem-
ber the gospel that they’ve heard and apply it to the 167 hours ahead of them.
Boldly proclaim
T ere are lots of places where people can hear life advice, and lots of places where they can hear great speak-
ers (you can sit at home and watch TED Talks all day—not that I would know from experience). We off er something diff er-
ent—what we say is life-changing. Proclaim it. Boldly name the sin and brokenness we encounter in the world. And even more boldly name the promise that we have been given in Jesus Christ. Out of 168 hours each week, the
church gets one for worship. And out of that hour, the preacher gets a small slice. Make each moment count.
Author bio: Hansen is pastor of Joy! Lutheran Church, The Woodlands, Texas.
Meet the German monk who sparked the Reformation!
Explore Martin Luther’s life and quest for truth in the first part of this three-part video Bible study series. A companion booklet is also available, titled A Treasure Revealed: Martin Luther and the Events of the Reformation.
Visit
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