Larry Witzel
Respected innovator at intersection of technology, marketing, and ministry. Founder of SermonView. Disciple of Jesus.
Appears in 54 Episodes
The Grind, the Growth, and the Grace: 7 Things I’ve Learned About Digital Ministry
Six months in, I was ready to walk away. But what happened next reshaped not only this podcast but how I think about ministry and media. In this episode, I pull back t...
Iteration Beats Overthinking: The Hidden Path to Ministry Innovation
We all want to get it right the first time—but that mindset may be holding your ministry back. In this episode, Larry Witzel explores how embracing trial, error, and f...
The 5 Behaviors of Effective Ministry Innovators
Larry Witzel explores the true meaning of innovation in ministry, emphasizing that it is not about trends or technology, but about creative obedience to the mission of...
The 9-Step Innovation Cycle Every Pastor Should Know
Larry Witzel discusses a nine-step framework for driving innovation in church ministry. He emphasizes that innovation begins with a burden or a holy discontent rather ...
Why Innovation Is the Key to Church Growth in 2025
This episode explores why innovation in ministry is not optional—it’s a spiritual mandate. Larry Witzel explains how today’s post-pandemic, digital-driven world demand...
Church Marketing 101: Start With the Offer
Larry Witzel reveals why the offer is the most important part of any church marketing campaign. He breaks down the three keys to success and shares examples from decad...
The #1 Factor That Determines Church Growth
Larry Witzel discusses the importance of shifting a church's focus from internal activities to an outward mission of evangelism and discipleship.
Why Working Hard Isn’t Enough in Ministry (Do This Instead)
Larry Witzel talks about what it really takes to succeed in life, family, and ministry. He shares valuable lessons he’s learned and passed on to his kids.
Why Churches Must Livestreaming their Sermons in 2025
Larry Witzel shares why churches should prioritize live streaming to attract more visitors and grow their ministry more quickly.
How to Balance Ministry and Family Life Without Regrets
Larry Witzel shares how keeping promises, especially to family, reflects integrity in ministry. Keeping commitments, like God does, builds trust and strengthens relati...
2 Simple Habits That Help You Turn Dreams Into Reality
Larry Witzel shares two keys to turning big ideas into reality. They can help you stay focused, avoid overwhelm, and build healthier, more effective ministries.
8 Website Changes that Grow Churches Faster
In this episode, Larry Witzel shares how a church’s website can impact a guest’s decision to visit. He outlines eight essential elements churches can't afford to miss ...
Feel like Quitting Ministry? Ask Yourself these 2 Questions
In this episode, Larry Witzel shares how two simple questions What do you really want? and How much do you want it? Helped him push through the demands of a PhD, minis...
Why Pastors Should NOT Start a Business to Fund Ministry
Larry Witzel explains 3 reasons why starting a side hustle to fund your ministry isn’t always a good idea for pastors.
Why Waiting on God Might Be Holding You Back
Not sure if you should wait on God or take action? In this episode, Larry shares 3 powerful lessons from Moses at the Red Sea that reveal why faith often means moving ...
7 Evangelistic Marketing Lessons Straight From the Bible
In this episode, Larry Witzel discusses the importance of promotion in evangelism, using King Hezekiah's story as a framework. He outlines seven keys to market evangel...
The Best Time to Start an Evangelistic Series
Larry Witzel unpacks why the weekend after Easter is the perfect time to launch an evangelistic series. He shares five powerful reasons: heightened spiritual openness,...
How to Use Multi-Touch Marketing for Evangelistic Events
Larry Witzel explains how to use multi-touch marketing to boost your evangelistic event attendance with repeated invitations across multiple channels. Learn how person...
How to Harvest Parasocial Relationships Using CTAs
In this episode, Larry Witzel explores how pastors can use parasocial relationships to grow the Kingdom of God. While influencers monetize their followers, pastors can...
How Pastors Can Grow a Thriving Online Community
In this episode, Larry Witzel discusses how to build genuine relationships online, particularly through social media, by leveraging the concept of parasocial relations...
Parasocial Relationships & Their Impact on Social Media Users
In this episode, Larry Witzel explores the phenomenon of parasocial relationships, particularly in the context of social media and its implications for church leaders....
How Churches Can Embrace The Digital Transformation
Many churches struggle to connect in a world that’s gone digital, missing key opportunities for evangelism and discipleship.Larry Witzel shares three practical steps t...
How Traveling Can Strengthen Your Ministry
Larry Witzel explains three key reasons why intentional time away can refresh your ministry, boost creativity, and deepen your connections. In the Old Testament, God c...
The ONE Post Your Church Should Make Every Week
Discover the social media post that can help bring more people to your church each week. In this episode, Larry Witzel explains how behind-the-scenes posts before wors...
Social Media Uncertainty Reduction
In this episode, Larry Witzel discusses the critical role of social media in church outreach, emphasizing the need to create content that addresses the concerns and ne...
Types of Social Media Content
In this episode, Larry Witzel discusses the importance of social media for churches, highlighting that while many recognize its potential, few implement effective stra...
Using Inclusive Church Language
In this episode, I talk about the importance of using inclusive language in church to create a welcoming environment for guests. I’ll share five practical tips to help...
Doing Things You Enjoy
Burnout is a real challenge for pastors and church leaders, and I want to talk about how to avoid it. In this episode, I share personal experiences and insights into b...
Doing Things You're NOT Good At
In this episode, I share why stepping out of your comfort zone and taking on challenges you’re not naturally good at is so important. I talk about a personal experienc...
The Power of Insecurity
In this episode, Larry Witzel discusses the concept of imposter syndrome and the power of insecurity in personal and spiritual growth. He emphasizes that feeling insec...
