Mackenzie Harrison, Author at Sermon Shots

Why Reflection Helps People Apply What They Hear in Church

Posted by on May 1, 2026

Why Reflection Helps People Apply What They Hear in Church

It’s easy to feel encouraged in the moment after hearing a sermon, but that feeling can fade into the background by Monday morning.  That’s not because the message wasn’t meaningful, but because application takes reflection. Reflection helps people apply what they hear in church.  Below, we’ll go in depth into why reflection in church is important.  Hearing vs. Applying Most...

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What Your Church Should Post After Easter to Keep Visitors Engaged

Posted by on Apr 24, 2026

What Your Church Should Post After Easter to Keep Visitors Engaged

Easter is one of the biggest seasons of the year for churches. This is typically the time to welcome visitors and online engagement tends to spike. However, once Easter Sunday is over, many churches ask the same question: “Now what?” The days and weeks before and after Easter are just as important as the day itself. The time after Easter is an opportunity to build on that momentum, deepen...

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Why Churches Should Capture Sermons in More Than One Format

Posted by on Apr 17, 2026

Why Churches Should Capture Sermons in More Than One Format

Behind most sermons are hours of prayer, preparation, writing, rewriting, and practice, yet many sermons are only experienced once.  In today’s digital world, that’s a missed opportunity. Capturing sermons in more than one format allows churches to reach people where they are, have multiple options for folks to connect with your message, and support spiritual growth. Below, we’ll dive...

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When a Single Line From a Sermon Sticks All Week

Posted by on Apr 10, 2026

When a Single Line From a Sermon Sticks All Week

Typically, it’s not the entirety of a sermon that sticks with us; it’s one sentence. Those moments often matter more than we realize.  Below, we’ll dive into how to create impact with just a single line from a sermon so it sticks all week. Let’s begin! Why One Line Can Have So Much Impact A single line of a sermon stays with you because it’s often: Simple Clear Emotionally...

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Why People Scroll Past Church Content (and How to Change That)

Posted by on Apr 3, 2026

Why People Scroll Past Church Content (and How to Change That)

You spent time creating content and fully believed in the message, yet your post received barely any engagement. More than likely, the reason why your post isn’t getting the engagement you expect isn’t that the message lacks value, but rather that the presentation isn’t catching folks’ attention fast enough. In a world of endless scrolling, churches typically have just a...

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