It is increasingly being normalized to be distracted in our rapid-paced culture. How does one preach when people are becoming less accustomed to listening?
Sometimes our congregations need guidance and direction from an outside source, an expert. However, what role does that expert need to play in the life of our church?
Do your congregants hear what you're preaching, or do they hear a message they would prefer to hear? Perhaps they hear what God expects them to hear...if they attuned to Him.
There are many positive outcomes to men joining the choir, not the least of which is that it might get you out of chores at home...at least during choir practice.