The SermonKeep Blog
Practical help for hearing, keeping, and studying the Word — from taking better sermon notes to choosing the right tools.
Guides
How to get more out of every sermon you hear.
How to Record Sermons on iPhone (3 Ways)
Three practical ways to record sermons on iPhone: Apple Voice Memos, saving a livestream, and SermonKeep. Plus mic tips and church etiquette.
How to Take Church Notes Without Missing the Moment
A simple, worshipful way to take church notes on your phone or on paper, stay present during the sermon, and actually use what you wrote.
How to Take Sermon Notes: A Practical Guide
Learn how to take sermon notes that actually stick. A simple template, honest paper-vs-phone advice, and what to do after the sermon ends.
How to Transcribe Voice Memos on iPhone
Turn iPhone voice memos into text using the built-in Voice Memos app, Apple Notes, and third-party tools. Plus the best way to transcribe sermons.
Comparisons
Honest looks at the tools, including where ours falls short.
The Best Apps for Pastors in 2026 (By Category)
The best apps for pastors in 2026, organized by category: sermon prep, Bible reading, church management, giving, presentation, and more.
The Best Sermon Apps in 2026
The best sermon apps in 2026 for recording, notes, and transcription, honestly compared: from a free voice recorder to AI sermon notes.
SermonKeep vs Apple Voice Memos for Sermons
Voice Memos is free, reliable, and already on your iPhone. Here's when it's enough for sermons, and when a study app serves you better.
SermonKeep vs Notta for Sermons: Honest Comparison
Notta is a strong general transcriber, but is it right for church? An honest, fair look at Notta vs SermonKeep for sermon notes and Bible study.
SermonKeep vs Otter.ai for Sermons
An honest comparison of Otter.ai and SermonKeep for sermon notes. Otter is built for meetings; here's when it works for church and when it doesn't.
Resources
Reference material for studying the faith.
