377. Preaching Like You're Not Afraid | The Art of Preaching

On this episode, I’m talking all about what it looks like to preach without fear. If you’ve ever found yourself holding back because you’re worried about what people might think, or editing your message to make it safer, you’re not alone—I’ve been there too. But the truth is, fear dulls our words and keeps us from carrying the authority God has given us. In this episode, I share my own journey of learning that boldness isn’t about volume or personality—it’s about obedience. My hope is that as you listen, you’ll feel both challenged and encouraged to bring your whole heart to the pulpit and trust God with the rest.Check out Havilah’s Preacher School - https://havilahspreacherschool.com/Learn more and connect with Havilah: + Havilah's Site: http://havilahcunnington.com + Truth to Table: http://truthtotable.com + Truth Academy: https://thetruthacademy.com/

This week on the podcast, I’m diving into something that’s been on my heart for all of us who have been preaching for a while—how to find our unique voice again. After 30 years of speaking, I’ve learned that it’s so easy to slip into mimicking others, chasing applause, or just running on autopilot. But borrowed voices don’t carry breakthrough—only authenticity does. In this episode, I’m sharing my own journey of uncovering the voice God gave me, the importance of preaching from identity instead of insecurity, and some practical ways to reconnect to the call that first set us on this path. If you’ve been in the trenches of preaching week after week, this one’s for you.Check out Havilah’s Preacher School - https://havilahspreacherschool.com/Learn more and connect with Havilah: + Havilah's Site: http://havilahcunnington.com + Truth to Table: http://truthtotable.com + Truth Academy: https://thetruthacademy.com/

This week, I’m wrapping up our very first season of The Art of Preaching by talking about what it really means to stay in this for the long haul. We live in a culture that loves viral moments and big stages, but God’s call isn’t about one-hit wonders—it’s about faithfulness over decades. In this episode, I share my own journey of preaching in living rooms, group homes, and small youth groups long before stepping onto larger platforms, and how mileage, stewardship, and rhythm have shaped me as a communicator. If you feel called to preach, I want to remind you that success isn’t about the size of the crowd, but about showing up again and again, building a life that carries the Word with integrity and longevity.Learn more and connect with Havilah: + Havilah's Site: http://havilahcunnington.com + Truth to Table: http://truthtotable.com + Truth Academy: https://thetruthacademy.com/

In this episode of The Art of Preaching, I’m diving into something every communicator faces but few talk about—what if I bomb? What happens when the mic doesn’t work, the slides are wrong, the room is dead silent, or worse—when you just totally miss it? I’ve had those moments (more than once!), and I’m sharing one of my most humiliating fails and what God taught me through it. We’ll talk about redefining success, the invisible fruit of obedience, and why bombing isn’t the end—it’s part of your formation. I’ll also walk you through a simple activation to turn your fears into faith statements, because failure doesn’t get the final say—God does.Check out Havilah’s Preacher School - https://havilahspreacherschool.com/Learn more and connect with Havilah: + Havilah's Site: http://havilahcunnington.com + Truth to Table: http://truthtotable.com + Truth Academy: https://thetruthacademy.com/ + Havilah's Podcast: https://pod.link/1021082134

In today’s episode, we’re talking all about what it means to preach like a human. If you’ve ever felt like you need to sound like someone else to be effective—this is for you. I’m sharing how comparison and mimicry can steal your confidence, and why your quirks, your tone, your pace—your actual personality—are not obstacles, but part of your pulpit. God didn’t call the polished version of you; He called you. We’ll break down why authority flows through authenticity, and I’ll even give you a two-minute challenge to help you start finding your voice today. Let’s ditch the pressure and get real.Learn more and connect with Havilah: + Havilah's Site: http://havilahcunnington.com + Truth to Table: http://truthtotable.com + Truth Academy: https://thetruthacademy.com/ + Havilah's Podcast: https://pod.link/1021082134

In this first episode of The Art of Preaching series, I’m sharing the real and raw beginnings of my preaching journey—how I never thought I’d be a communicator, why insecurity doesn’t disqualify you, and how saying “yes” in hidden places is where the real calling begins. Whether you’ve never picked up a mic or you’ve been preaching for years, this episode is for anyone who’s ever whispered, “I think I’m called… but now what?” We’ll talk about starting small, practicing in secret, and trusting that God equips what He initiates. Let’s kick off this series together—right where you are, just as you are.Learn more and connect with Havilah: + Havilah's Site: http://havilahcunnington.com + Truth to Table: http://truthtotable.com + Truth Academy: https://thetruthacademy.com/

A couple months ago I spoke a message called False Endings, and we have heard so much feedback about this message, I wanted you to hear it. Stay to the end because the last story - might surprise you. Learn more and connect with Havilah: + Havilah's Site: http://havilahcunnington.com + Truth to Table: http://truthtotable.com + Truth Academy: https://thetruthacademy.com/

This week, we’re talking about hitting a relational wall—you know, when you love the people in your life but also kind of can’t stand being around them? Yep, that one. It’s one of the hardest walls to face because we’re only half of the equation, and it can feel messy, exhausting, and honestly, pretty lonely. In this episode, I open up about how I’ve navigated relational shutdown, what Proverbs says about gentle answers (and why gentleness isn’t weakness), and the tools I use to move toward connection without losing myself. I’ll show you how to write the message you won’t regret, ask better questions that invite instead of accuse, and set boundaries that protect without punishing. Need help navigating those hard conversations? Grab my free Conversation Cheat Sheet for practical phrases to open hearts, not wounds. Link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12jQPfFVk5_fujPmE_KAfnu4B9MK5yR_v/view?usp=sharingAnd if you want to go even deeper, check out my book I Do Boundaries—it’s your guide to loving people without losing yourself - https://a.co/d/4T3ABPK

This week, we’re talking about what it feels like when your body hits a wall—when you’re doing all the things, but still feel like you’re dragging yourself through the day. I’ve been there. From chronic exhaustion to physical pain that forced me to stop everything, I’m sharing my own story of burnout and the wake-up call it gave me. If your body is waving the white flag, this is your reminder that it’s not betraying you—it’s begging you to listen. In this episode, I offer simple, real-life strategies to start restoring your health with intention, not guilt. Ask yourself: What’s one thing my body is trying to tell me today? And what’s one habit I can stop or start that will honor my physical health? Let’s build rhythms that let us thrive, not just survive.Get I Do Hard Things: https://a.co/d/cWL9Q8K

This week, we’re talking about hitting a mental wall—when your brain feels like it has 67 tabs open and half of them are buffering. You’re doing the things: sleeping, hydrating, showing up... and still, you're exhausted, foggy, and stuck in thought loops that won’t quit. I’ve been there too. In this episode, I share real strategies that help me when my brain taps out, from interrupting the spiral to brain-dumping everything on a piece of paper (yes, everything). We’ll unpack why your brain isn’t broken—it’s just overloaded—and how to reset, refill, and reframe. Ask yourself: What’s one thought loop I need to break this week? And what’s one small action I can take to reset my mental state? Let’s get honest and get our minds back.Join The Clarity Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6YSlWk3sWVpgdDvvMh0ufQpYrSfoRShx