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Explore preaching tips, sermon insights, and biblical reflections from voices shaped by Great Lakes Christian College’s mission.

Patrick Lightfoot, church planter and preacher, sharing insights.
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Ep. 1.1
March 31, 2026

Church Planter & Preacher

A decade ago Patrick Lightfoot planted Traverse Christian Church in Windsor, Colorado. In the years since, the congregation has grown to nearly 1,000 people. In this episode Lightfoot talks about his journey to becoming a preacher and the lessons he has learned along the way.
Special Guest:

Patrick Lightfoot

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Ep. 1.2
April 9, 2026

Sermon Prep & Delivery

For Patrick Lightfoot sermon delivery is like unwrapping a gift that he has labored to create. While the work is in the preparation, the payoff comes when he gets to preach what God has laid on his heart and see changed lives as a result. In this episode he discusses the rhythm of his sermon preparation.
Special Guest:

Patrick Lightfoot

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Ep. 1.3
April 16, 2026

Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement

Episode Coming Soon: In 1977 the 50th anniversary of the North American Christian Convention featured Wayne Smith’s sermon on the importance of gospel preaching. Smith contended that preaching is a timeless and essential practice, and that the impact of preaching extends beyond the immediate audience and has a lasting influence. Though spoken nearly fifty years ago, these are timeless truths that bear repeating.
Special Guest:

Wayne Smith

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Ep. 1.4
April 23, 2026

Called to Preach

Episode Coming Soon: Mark Christian is the Senior Minister at Christ’s Church of Oronogo in Oronogo, Missouri. For seventeen years he has preached relatable, expository sermons that move people to action. In addition to preaching at 3,000+ congregants each week, Mark is a frequent speaker at youth conferences throughout the US. In this episode, Mark shares about his calling to ministry and what inspires his preaching.
Special Guest:

Mark Christian

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Ep. 1.5
April 30, 2026

Sermon Prep & Delivery

Special Guest:

Mark Christian

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Ep. 1.6
May 7, 2026

Great Sermons of the Restoration Movement

Special Guest:

Jefferson Walling

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Ep. 1.7
May 14, 2026

Calling & Commitment

Special Guest:

Danny Cox

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Ep. 1.8
May 21, 2026

Embrace the Grind

Special Guest:

Danny Cox

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Ep. 1.9
May 28, 2026

Church Planter & Preacher

Special Guest:

Dr. Don Wilson

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Ep. 1.10
June 4, 2026

Content & Connection

Special Guest:

Dr. Don Wilson

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Ep. 1.11
June 11, 2026

Taking Preaching 301 Again for the First Time | Part 1

Special Guest:

Dr. Fred Craddock