Generate compelling descriptions for your sermon podcast episodes or YouTube videos that help people find your content and understand what they’ll learn. This prompt creates SEO-friendly descriptions that capture the essence of the message while encouraging listeners to engage.

Write a compelling description for a sermon podcast episode or YouTube video that will help people discover and want to listen to this message.

Sermon Details:
- Sermon title: [e.g., "When God Seems Silent"]
- Preacher: [e.g., "Pastor Michael Johnson"]
- Date preached: [e.g., "December 15, 2024"]
- Series name (if applicable): [e.g., "Faith in Hard Times" / "standalone message"]
- Main Scripture passage: [e.g., "Psalm 13"]

Content Summary:
- Main theme or big idea: [e.g., "How to hold onto faith when you're waiting on God"]
- 2-3 key points covered: [e.g., "1) Honest prayer is okay, 2) Remember God's past faithfulness, 3) Choose to trust even when you don't understand"]
- Practical application: [e.g., "Writing out your honest prayers to God"]
- Who this message is especially for: [e.g., "Anyone going through a season of waiting or uncertainty"]

Platform (choose one):
- [ ] Podcast (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.) - 150-300 words
- [ ] YouTube - 200-400 words with timestamps option
- [ ] Both - create versions for each

Description Structure:
1. Hook that speaks to the listener's felt need or question (1-2 sentences)
2. Brief overview of what this message covers (2-3 sentences)
3. Key takeaways or what they'll learn (bullet points or brief list)
4. Scripture reference
5. Call to action (subscribe, share, visit church website)

For YouTube, also include:
- Suggested timestamps for key sections
- Relevant hashtags (5-8)
- Links section template

Tone:
- Warm and inviting
- Clear about the value they'll receive
- Not preachy or churchy in language
- Accessible to seekers and believers alike

SEO Considerations:
- Include relevant keywords naturally
- Front-load important information
- Use searchable language people actually use

Customization Tips: Create a template based on this output that you can reuse weekly with minimal edits. Include your church’s website URL and social media handles. For YouTube, test different thumbnail styles and track which descriptions drive more engagement. Consider adding a brief personal note from the pastor for special messages.