PowerPoint Themes

I do recommend using a "theme" for each sermon or lesson that is presented. I believe that it is good to be consistent with your background and font with each lesson. The audience needs to be able to concentrate on the material presented and not all the different background colors, fonts, font colors, etc.  When preparing PowerPoint charts individuals may use the customized "themes" that are included with the PowerPoint software. Most of these themes are really not appropriate to use in an auditorium setting because in many cases the text does not stand out like it should. Remember -- make sure that the background is dark with light text (dark green or blue background with white text), or a light background with dark text (white, light blue background with dark blue, red, black text). When I prepare my charts I usually first begin by deciding which "theme" I want to use. I decide to make my background dark or light and which dark or light color to use. Then I decide on my complimentary color. For example if I decide to have a real light baby blue background then I will choose to have dark blue and black text as my primary colors. After creating my background on my first slide I usually then add a border. The border would be a complimentary blue color to go with my baby blue background. As I "duplicate" each slide it keeps the border that I added to the first one. The key to "themes" is this: 1) Keep your theme consistent for the entire lesson or sermon. 2) Make sure that the audience does not have any trouble reading your slides. The text should stand out and be very clear. I hope this little bit of information will be of some help as you prepare PowerPoint slides. I always welcome any questions or comments that you might have. May God continue to bless you as you prepare your material for others to effectively learn the truth of His Word.