Larry Witzel 🇺🇦
@larrywitzel
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Respected innovator at intersection of technology and ministry. Marketing nerd. Computer geek. Founder of SermonView. Servant of God and friend to humankind.
Vancouver, WA
Joined October 2009
It was great to see my old friend Dan Darrikhuma at @ItIsWritten's ReCharge training event last month. We were both theology majors back in the day at Walla Walla University, and he's now the senior pastor of the Waldorf SDA Church in Alexandria VA. At least one of us kept h...
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Most churches know social media is important, but few use it effectively. So, I've identified the four BEST content types to help churches connect with more people online. If your church needs a boost, this simple strategy will help. Watch here:
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🚨 Social Media Rant Last week, I shared a fact: 65% of ADRA's 2022 revenue came from USAID. The next day, it was reposted—some credited me, some didn't, one even claimed it as their own. I don't need credit, but creators do. Give credit where it's due. #IntellectualIntegrity
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Negative asymmetric risk: small upside, massive downside. Entrepreneurs, beware. A friend's business collapsed after a contract forced them to overbuy—then key customers left. A firesale kept them alive, but 8 years of work is gone. Through it all, his faith kept him grounded.
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The 2025 Propel Conference is on track to be our biggest yet! 🔥 3x more registrations than last year 🎤 A phenomenal speaker lineup 🤝 Organizations eager to sponsor Happening in Puyallup, April 27-30. Sign up now: #Propel2025 #Leadership #ChurchGrowth
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In 2022, 65% of the funding for ADRA—the Adventist Development and Relief Agency—came from USAID for humanitarian projects around the world. With USAID funding frozen by Trump, that lifesaving work has come to a screeching halt. So how does ADRA move forward?
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The words you use in church matter. ⛪ In my new video, I share five practical ways to stop using insider language and how to make your church guests feel like insiders, not outsiders. Let me know what you think!
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Dissertation update: I just submitted Chapter 4!!! The hard part's done, now I just need to discuss what it all means in Chapter 5. I can smell the finish line… #PhDjourney #abouttime
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After 19 years, my favorite chair is gone! It was there when we started SermonView, survived countless meetings, and even broke down a few times—but it was my chair. Last week, it finally gave out for good.😢 Goodbye, old friend. #GoodbyeChair
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Back on track with my dissertation! 🚀 After a fast start—proposal in 30 days, IRB in a week, and early data collection—I took a 3-month break to focus on SermonView. Coding is now done and I'm writing up the results. On track to graduate in May, God willing! 🙏 #PhDjourney
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Ministry burnout is real. 🔥 In my latest video, I share a personal story about burnout and practical ways of avoiding it in the future. Check it out here: Let me know if you agree!
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I've been traveling so much I forgot to check-in. Thought I had—but missed the alert. Got to the gate early… then 30 min before departure, my exit row window seat vanished. Gate agent got me back on, but only middle seats were left. That was a long six-hour flight. 🛫😅
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Enjoyed spending time with extended family in Phoenix for my Uncle Gene’s 90th birthday. After 23 years of marriage it was the first time many of them met Angela. Aunt Alberta always said she doubted I was actually married, so this time I brought her to prove it! It was great....
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Finally visited Alaska! ❄️ As a kid, I hit 49 states by age 12—all but Alaska. This week, I got to share with incredible pastors about innovation, connection, and parasocial relationships. Dark, yes. Cold? Not as bad as the Dakotas in January. #Alaska #LovePastors
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Had a delightful visit with Pastor Anibal Hansel in Baltimore last week. A year ago, he brought us a groundbreaking idea: nurture guests before an event with emails & texts. Now it's used in many of our campaigns! Grateful for his vision. 🙏🏼 #Evangelism
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In this video, I share why stepping out of your comfort zone is vital for growth. I reflect on leading worship despite not being a good singer and the lessons it taught me. Embrace your weaknesses and rely on God to make an impact!
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My dream for the Propel Conference is to make it a hub for evangelistic innovation, sharing what works and what doesn't. This year, every breakout track explores new practices in evangelism. Join us in Puyallup, WA, April 27-30, 2025. Register today!
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Had a great time seeing Elton DeMoraes at pastor meetings in Austin last week! His leadership & transparency as a conference president are unmatched. Fun fact: He inspired me to start posting more consistently. Grateful for over a decade of collaboration in evangelism! 🙏🏼 ✨
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Great to spend time this week with some pastors at It Is Written's ReCharge training event in Baltimore. John Bradshaw’s preaching was on point, and the training was practical. Churches are really excited about reaching their communities this year through Pentecost 2025!
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In this episode, I share how imposter syndrome and insecurity can drive personal and spiritual growth. Since 70% of adults experience insecurity, I wanted to share four ways it can be beneficial to you. #MinistryInsights Watch it here:
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