Complete Feature Guide
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Discover everything SermonAI offers to help you study deeper, write better, and preach with confidence.
Step One
Plan
Preaching Calendar
Plan Your Entire Preaching Year with AI.
Your comprehensive sermon planning tool -- designed to help you plan weeks, months, or even an entire year of preaching in advance. No more scrambling for sermon ideas on Tuesday morning. See your entire preaching schedule at a glance, plan sermon series that build on each other, and use AI to generate complete sermon series with titles, passages, and big ideas.
- Month, Week, and List calendar views
- AI-powered sermon series generation
- Create and manage sermon series with color coding
- Track preparation status (Idea to Preached)
- Church events and holidays integration
- Guest speaker scheduling
- Filter by status, series, or speaker
- Detailed sermon editor with outline and notes
- Recurring church events support
- Syncs across all your devices
AI Series Generation
Enter a series title and theme, then let AI generate complete sermon plans with compelling titles, Scripture passages, subtitles, and big ideas for every week.
Three Calendar Views
Month View: See the big picture. Week View: Focus on upcoming Sundays. List View: Review all sermons in a clean format.
Status Tracking
Track every sermon from idea to delivery: Idea, Research, Outline, Draft, Editing, Ready to Preach, Preached, Archived. Color-coded badges show status at a glance.
Preach Path Guided Workflow
Step-by-Step Sermon Preparation.
A structured, step-by-step workflow that guides you from Scripture selection to final sermon. Perfect for new preachers learning the craft or experienced pastors wanting a more disciplined approach. Each step includes AI assistance and denomination-specific guidance.
- 6-step guided workflow from passage to pulpit
- AI-assisted exegesis at each step
- Denomination-aware theological guidance
- 50+ sermon templates to choose from
- Research notes organized by step
- Generate complete sermon drafts from research
- Export to Sermon Writer for final editing
- Track progress through each preparation phase
Step Two
Study
Bible Study Tool
Where Study Becomes Revelation.
A full-featured Bible study environment built for serious exegesis. Compare up to four translations side by side. Tap any word to explore the original Greek or Hebrew -- complete with Strong's numbers, morphology, transliteration, and theological significance. AI-powered commentary draws from centuries of biblical scholarship while respecting your denominational tradition.
- 30+ Bible translations (ESV, KJV, NIV, NASB, NLT, CSB, and more)
- Side-by-side multi-translation comparison (up to 4)
- AI-powered translation comparison reports
- Inline Greek and Hebrew interlinear with transliteration
- Strong's Concordance with one-tap lookup
- Deep word studies with etymology and usage
- Public domain commentaries (Matthew Henry, Gill, Clarke)
- AI-powered denomination-aware commentary
- Cross-reference explorer with chain linking
- Literary context analysis showing passage structure
- Verse clipping to save passages for sermon prep
- Audio playback to hear passages read aloud
- Greek pronunciation guide with audio
- Hebrew pronunciation (coming soon)
Original Languages
Greek NT and Hebrew OT with morphology, parsing, and theological significance for every word.
Translation Comparison
See where translators agree and differ. AI explains the Greek/Hebrew behind translation choices.
AI Commentary
Get Quick, Standard, or Deep analysis on any verse. Includes context, theology, and preaching angles.
Cross-References
See direct quotations, allusions, parallel accounts, thematic connections, and typological links.
Verse Clippings
Save verses with tags and notes. Build topical collections for sermon series.
Literary Context
Understand how your passage fits in the book's structure, argument, and narrative flow.
AI Research Assistant
Every Insight. Instantly.
AI Research Assistant
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Ask complex theological questions and receive biblical, historical, and doctrinally-grounded answers. The assistant cites Scripture, references church fathers, and respects your denomination. Create unlimited chat sessions, build and share custom AI personas, and upload PDFs to chat with any document directly.
- Theologically-aware AI trained on biblical scholarship
- Create custom personas (chat with Spurgeon, Augustine, etc.)
- Upload any PDF and interact through conversation
- Denomination-filtered responses that respect your tradition
- Save and organize unlimited research conversations
- Smart prompts library for common research questions
- SermonTalk voice chat for hands-free research
- Auto-insert Scripture references as you chat
- Export research to your sermon
- Continue conversations across sessions
- 40+ pre-built denomination-specific personas
- Train your own custom AI personas
SermonTalk Voice Chat
Speak your questions and hear AI responses read aloud. Perfect for hands-free research while driving, walking, or taking notes. Conversations are transcribed and saved automatically. Works with all research tools and custom personas.
Chattable Theological Library
500+ Books. Your Books. All Searchable.
Access a curated library of 500+ public-domain theological masterworks -- from Augustine's Confessions to Spurgeon's sermons to John Wesley's journals. Read full-text online, search across the entire library, or open any book and start chatting with it. Upload your own private PDFs and they become part of your personal digital library, fully searchable and chattable.
- 500+ public-domain theological books included free
- Upload private PDFs to your personal library
- AI-powered chat with any book in the library
- Cross-library search across all volumes
- Full-text reading with table of contents
- Highlight passages and add reading notes
- Categorized by denomination, era, and topic
- Beautiful book reader with adjustable fonts
Theological Library
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Physical Book Management
Track your hardcover and paperback collection alongside your digital library. Know exactly what books you own, where they are, and who you've lent them to. Snap a photo of any table of contents and instantly search for related resources in your library.
Book Catalog
Add physical books to your library by scanning ISBN or manual entry
Location Tracking
Know exactly where each book is - office, home, church, or lent out
Lend Library
Track who borrowed your books with due dates and reminders
TOC Scanner
Photo a table of contents to find related digital resources instantly
Resource Hub
Your Command Center for Every Tool.
SermonAi is your ministry hub -- a single place to access all your favorite websites, purchased tools, and online resources. Build custom quick links to Bible software you already own, commentary sites, illustration databases, and any web resource you use regularly. Stop juggling bookmarks across browsers and devices.
- Add quick links to any website or tool
- Organize links by category (study, admin, media)
- One-click access to Bible software you already own
- Link to your favorite illustration sites
- Connect to purchased commentary subscriptions
- Add denomination-specific resources
- Quick access to church management tools
- Sync across all your devices
Add unlimited custom links to your hub
69+ Specialized Research Tools
Every Tool a Pastor Needs. Nothing They Don't.
69+ Research Tools
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The most comprehensive collection of AI-powered ministry tools ever assembled. Each tool is purpose-built for sermon preparation, Bible study, or pastoral ministry -- and runs directly inside your workspace.
Study & Interpretation
Passage analysis, book overviews, cultural context, audience analysis, hermeneutic guides
Original Languages
Greek/Hebrew word studies, morphology, etymology, semantic ranges, translation comparison
Sermon & Teaching
Illustration finder, application builder, sermon evaluator, opening/closing generators
Thematic & Symbolic
Typology explorer, prophecy analyzer, symbolism decoder, theme tracers
Visual & Interactive
Verse mind maps, theological concept builders, Bible atlas, timeline generators
Reference & Utility
Citation builder, prayer generators, devotional writers, reading plan creators
Pastor Tools
Counseling guides, leadership devotionals, church calendar tools, visitation prep
Media Tools
SermonSnap OCR, YouTube transcripts, audio-to-text, text-to-speech, AI image generator
Every tool outputs formatted results you can copy, save to clippings, or insert directly into your sermon -- no switching tabs.
Step Three
Write
50+ Sermon Templates
Never Start from Scratch Again.
Sermon Templates
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Choose from over 50 professionally designed sermon templates covering every preaching style: exegetical, topical, expository, narrative, textual, biographical, and more. Each template gives you structure while leaving room for the Spirit. Train templates on YOUR preaching style and voice.
- AI-generated first drafts based on your Scripture and topic
- Train templates on YOUR preaching style and voice
- Structured outlines with introduction, points, and application
- Denomination-aware templates that respect your tradition
- Save custom templates for recurring series formats
- Seasonal templates for Christmas, Easter, and special occasions
- Template personas (preach like Spurgeon, MLK, etc.)
- Quick-generate from any Bible passage
Exegetical
Verse-by-verse exposition
Topical
Theme-centered teaching
Expository
Passage-driven preaching
Narrative
Story-based delivery
Textual
Single verse deep dive
Biographical
Character study sermons
Apologetic
Defend the faith
Evangelistic
Gospel invitations
Sermon Writing Assistant
From Notes to Sermon, Seamlessly.
Sermon Writer
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Beat the blank page with 50+ sermon templates covering exegetical, topical, expository, narrative, and more preaching styles. The AI copilot writes with you, not for you -- suggesting Scripture, expanding points, and refining your language while keeping your authentic voice. Work in Block or Classic editor mode, train templates on your personal preaching style, and convert sermons to any format with one click.
- AI copilot that suggests, expands, and refines as you write
- Block editor with slash commands for rapid formatting
- Built-in grammar check and sermon evaluation scoring
- Auto-generate presentation slides from your sermon
- Convert sermons to youth messages, Bible studies, or outlines
- Export to PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or preach from the cloud
- Revision history with full version tracking
- Folder organization for sermon series
- Thesaurus and synonym suggestions
- Word count tracking with AI-assist percentage
- Insert Scripture references with one click
- Share sermons via secure link
Editor Toolbar Features
Rich Formatting
Bold, italic, underline, strikethrough, highlight
Lists & Structure
Bullets, numbers, checklists, indentation
Headings
H1-H6 headings with smart hierarchy
Media
Insert images, links, and tables
AI Magic Wand
Generate outlines, illustrations, applications
Convert Menu
Transform to slides, outline, youth message
Revision History
View and restore previous versions
Auto-Save
Saves every change automatically
Step Four
Organize
Everything Saved. Forever Accessible.
Every piece of research, every audio recording, every note - automatically saved to your sermon. Access your entire ministry archive from any device, anytime.
All Research Saved to Your Sermon
Every commentary insight, every cross-reference, every illustration you find - it all gets saved directly to the sermon you're working on. Never lose your research again.
Audio Sermons Attached Forever
Record your sermon in Preaching Mode and it's automatically attached to your sermon document. Build a complete audio library of every message you've ever preached.
Unlimited
Cloud Storage
Organized
Folders & Tags
Searchable
Full-Text Search
Anywhere
Any Device Access
My Sermons Library
Your Complete Sermon Archive.
My Sermons Library
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Your personal sermon library with powerful organization tools. Create folders for sermon series, tag sermons by topic or Scripture, and search across all your messages. Every sermon includes metadata, audio recordings, and research notes.
- Grid and list view options
- Create folders for sermon series organization
- Tag sermons with custom tags
- Full-text search across all sermons
- Sort by date, title, or last modified
- Attached audio recordings with duration display
- Green microphone icon shows recorded sermons
- Research notes drawer for each sermon
- Export any sermon to Word, PDF, or share link
- Bulk actions for organizing multiple sermons
- Quick preview without opening editor
- Duplicate sermons for variations
Audio Attachments
Record your sermon in Preaching Mode and save it directly to the sermon. Shows green microphone icon with duration (e.g., "11m") in your library.
Research Notes
Each sermon has a research drawer with AI-powered sections: exegesis, background, illustrations, applications, quotes, and more.
Clippings Board
Save Everything. Find Anything.
Clippings Board
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Save snippets of research, quotes, verse references, and ideas from anywhere in the app. Tag and organize your clippings, then paste them directly into your sermon when you're ready.
- Save clippings from any tool with one click
- Tag clippings for easy categorization
- Full-text search across all clippings
- Copy to clipboard or insert into sermon
- Organize by date, tag, or source
- Auto-generated source citations
- Pin important clippings to top
- Bulk export to document
Step Five
Preach
Preaching Mode with AI Copilot
Step Up to Preach with Live AI Assistance.
Preaching Mode
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A clean, distraction-free fullscreen view optimized for tablets and desktops. Your sermon is formatted for easy reading at the pulpit with live AI copilot assistance. Auto-scroll for hands-free delivery, countdown timer with visual alerts, and full audio recording with transcription.
- Fullscreen distraction-free teleprompter view
- Auto-scroll with adjustable speed for hands-free delivery
- Countdown timer with color-coded visual alerts
- Built-in MP3 audio recorder with transcription
- AI Copilot listens and provides real-time suggestions
- Live transcript of your sermon as you preach
- Place marker - tap any word to highlight your spot
- Post-sermon AI grading with detailed report
- Theological accuracy checking
- Sermon evaluation with strengths and improvements
- Download full report with transcript as PDF
- Save recording directly to sermon in My Sermons
- Format text for optimal reading at the pulpit
- Works perfectly on iPad, Android tablets, and laptops
AI Preaching Copilot
The copilot listens as you preach and provides real-time suggestions: Scripture references to mention, illustrations to insert, points you may have skipped, and gentle corrections if needed. Minimizable panel stays out of your way until you need it.
Post-Sermon Report
After you finish, get a detailed AI-generated report with letter grade, scores for theology/delivery/content, strengths, areas for growth, corrections, quotes to consider, and the full transcript.
Audio Recording
Record your entire sermon as MP3 audio. Save it directly to your sermon in My Sermons with one click. Shows green microphone icon with duration in your sermon library.
Every Denomination Supported
Your Tradition. Your Tools. Your Theology.
Every Denomination
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SermonAI doesn't force a one-size-fits-all theology. Whatever your tradition, the entire platform adapts: AI commentary respects your doctrinal positions, research personas align with your tradition, and you get denomination-specific tools built for your church context. From mainline Protestant and evangelical to Catholic, Orthodox, Pentecostal, Anabaptist, Restorationist, and non-denominational—every Christian tradition is supported.
Step Six
Repurpose
Sermon Converter
One Sermon. Endless Formats.
Transform your sermon into multiple formats with one click. Generate outlines, Bible study guides, devotionals, youth messages, small group discussion guides, and social media content. Your sermon's impact extends far beyond Sunday morning.
- Convert to structured sermon outlines
- Generate Bible study guides with questions
- Create daily devotionals for your congregation
- Transform into youth-friendly messages
- Build small group discussion guides
- Generate social media posts and threads
- Export as PDF handouts for congregation
- AI-powered format adaptation
Sermon Outline
Structured points for note-takers
Bible Study
Discussion questions & context
Devotional
Daily readings for your church
Youth Message
Age-appropriate adaptation
Small Group
Discussion guide with prompts
Social Media
Posts, threads, and quotes
Media Tools
Capture. Convert. Create.
Media Tools
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SermonSnap
Snap a photo of any book, whiteboard, or notes and convert it to editable text instantly using AI OCR.
YouTube Transcripts
Paste any YouTube URL and get a full transcript for study, quotation, or sermon illustration.
Audio-to-Text
Upload MP3 recordings of sermons or lectures and get full transcriptions powered by AI.
Text-to-Speech
Convert any text to natural-sounding audio. Listen to your sermon before you preach it.
SermonAi Central
Share. Discover. Learn from the Global Church.
SermonAi Central
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Publish your sermons for other pastors to read, rate, and learn from. Discover sermons by topic, Scripture, denomination, or author. Download any published sermon directly into your workspace. A growing community of pastors sharing their best work for the Kingdom.
- Publish sermons to the SermonAI community
- Browse and search by topic, Scripture, or denomination
- Rate and review sermons from other pastors
- Download any sermon directly into your workspace
- Build your pastoral portfolio and reputation
- Filter by trending, newest, most downloaded, or top rated
- See author profiles and sermon counts
- Full read-only preview before downloading
Build Your Own Tools, Templates & Personas
SermonAI isn't a locked-down platform. It's an extensible toolkit that adapts to YOUR ministry.
Custom AI Tool Builder
Design your own AI research tools from scratch. Define custom inputs, write system prompts, and choose output formats.
- Define text, textarea, select, multiselect inputs
- Write system prompts & user templates
- Choose AI model per tool (Grok, GPT-4, Claude)
- Set output format (prose, structured, tabbed)
- Upload example images for visual tools
Custom Template Builder
Create sermon templates that match YOUR preaching style. Train on your actual sermons so the AI learns your voice.
- Train templates on YOUR sermon examples
- Define sermon flow & style characteristics
- Persona-based templates (preach like Spurgeon)
- Denomination-aware structure
- Save & share with your team
Custom AI Persona Builder
Build AI personas that think like your favorite theologians. Have conversations with Augustine, Wesley, or Luther.
- Chat with historical theologians
- 40+ pre-built denomination personas
- Create your own custom personas
- Define theological framework & voice
- Share personas with your church
Template Training
AI learns your voice
Model Selection
Choose per tool
Share & Export
Team collaboration
Output Formats
Flexible display
Smart Workspace
Your Command Center for Ministry.
Smart Workspace
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Everything opens in resizable, stackable windows -- just like a desktop computer inside your browser. Run the Bible tool, sermon writer, and research assistant simultaneously. Drag, resize, minimize. Smart Search finds anything across sermons, books, tools, and Scripture instantly. The workspace remembers your layout and restores it every time you log in.
- Multi-window workspace with drag, resize, and minimize
- Split-pane views for side-by-side work
- Smart Search across all content -- sermons, books, Scripture
- Simple Mode for focused single-tool workflows
- Quick Links dashboard with customizable shortcuts
- Clippings board for saving research snippets
- Guided onboarding tour for new users
- Session persistence -- your workspace saves automatically
- Help panel with AI-powered support chat
- Dark mode support
- Pinnable tools to navigation bar
- Multiple saved workspace layouts
Smart Search
Finds anything across your entire workspace
Split Panes
Work with two tools side by side
Clippings Board
Save quotes, references, and snippets from any tool
Quick Links
One-click access to your most-used tools
Simple Mode
Single-focus view for distraction-free work
Dark Mode
Easy on the eyes for late-night prep
Auto-Save
Every change saved automatically to the cloud
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