Today in active shooter training, they taught us the difference between concealment and cover. Concealment hides you, but it can’t stop a bullet. Cover hides you and protects you. And it hit me… A lot of people are spiritually concealed but not spiritually covered. Hiding behind routines, titles, crowds, and images but still exposed to the enemy’s attack. But when God COVERs you? What was designed to destroy you can’t reach you. The weapon may form, but it cannot prosper. The hit may come, but it won’t penetrate. Concealment is man-made. Covering is God-given. In this season, I’m not settling for being hidden… I’m staying where I’m COVERED. Under His presence. Under His protection. Under His shadow. Psalm 91 says it best: “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” I’m not just out of sight I’m shielded, guarded, and protected. There’s a difference between being unseen and being untouchable.

What Is a Preacher’s Mini-Lab? A Micro-Learning Experience for Today’s Preacher A Preacher’s Mini-Lab is a short, high-impact teaching session designed to deliver one focused preaching skill, insight, or principle in a concise, actionable format. Each Mini-Lab distills a single sermon-related concept—such as delivery, exegesis, voice, structure, or pulpit presence—into a quick lesson that can be learned, understood, and applied in only a few minutes. Mini-Labs are part of a micro-learning approach, which means they break down larger preaching concepts into bite-sized teachings that build skill, confidence, and clarity without overwhelming the preacher. Instead of full workshops or long masterclasses, a Mini-Lab delivers one powerful idea, one technique, or one essential tool that can immediately strengthen your preaching. Why Micro-Learning Works for Preachers 1. It Fits the Preacher’s Busy Life Most preachers juggle sermons, study, counseling, work, and family. Micro-learning respects time by offering deep insight in short sessions that can be consumed anytime—on a break, between meetings, or during sermon prep. 2. It Builds Skill Faster Research shows people retain more when they learn in small, focused bursts. Each Mini-Lab targets one skill, allowing preachers to master individual components of preaching without feeling overwhelmed. 3. It Reduces Cognitive Overload Instead of absorbing hours of content at once, micro-learning gives the mind space to process and apply one idea at a time. This produces clearer understanding and stronger preaching habits. 4. It Encourages Immediate Application Mini-Labs are designed for action. The preacher can learn a principle in minutes and apply it in their next sermon, Bible class, or study session. Micro-learning turns teaching into transformation—fast. 5. It Creates Consistent Growth Short, regular lessons create sustainable development. You don’t need a conference or workshop to grow—consistent micro-learning forms long-term mastery.