Preaching That Connects: Using Techniques of Journalists to Add Impact by Mark G

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The principles of effective journalism are applied to the art of preaching to produce interesting and captivating sermons.

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description

Master the craft of effective communication that grabs attention and wins hearts. Like everyone else, preachers long to be understood. Unfortunately, the rules first learned in seminary, if misapplied, can quickly turn homiletic precision into listener boredom. To capture heart and mind, Mark Galli and Craig Larsen suggest preachers turn to the lessons of journalism. In Preaching That Connects, they show how the same keys used to create effective, captivating communication in the media can transform a sermon. Amply illustrated from some of today's best preachers, Preaching That Connects walks through the entire sermon, from the critical introduction to the bridge to illustrations and final application. Key points include the five techniques for generating creative ideas, your six options for illustrations, and the ten rules for great storytelling--and why the transition sentence is the hardest sentence you'll write. Preaching That Connects is for all who seek to hone their craft to communicate the truth of the gospel effectively.

Author Biography

Mark Galli (MDiv, Fuller Theological Seminary) is managing editor of Christianity Today magazine. He was a pastor for ten years and is the author of numerous books on prayer, preaching, and pastoral ministry. Craig Brian Larson is editor of PreachingToday.com, an online journal and illustration service. He also pastors a church in Chicago. His books include Movie-Based Illustrations for Preaching and Teaching, Contemporary Illustrations for Preachers, Teachers, and Writers, and Preaching that Connects. He and his family live in the Chicago suburbs.

Long Description

Master the craft of effective communication that grabs attention and wins hearts. Like everyone else, preachers long to be understood. Unfortunately, the rules first learned in seminary, if misapplied, can quickly turn homiletic precision into listener boredom. To capture heart and mind, Mark Galli and Craig Larsen suggest preachers turn to the lessons of journalism. In Preaching That Connects, they show how the same keys used to create effective, captivating communication in the media can transform a sermon. Amply illustrated from some of today's best preachers, Preaching That Connects walks through the entire sermon, from the critical introduction to the bridge to illustrations and final application. Key points include the five techniques for generating creative ideas, your six options for illustrations, and the ten rules for great storytelling--and why the transition sentence is the hardest sentence you'll write. Preaching That Connects is for all who seek to hone their craft to communicate the truth of the gospel effectively.

Details ISBN0310386217 Author Haddon W. Robinson Short Title PREACHING THAT CONNECTS Pages 160 Publisher Zondervan Language English ISBN-10 0310386217 ISBN-13 9780310386216 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 251 Illustrations Yes Year 1994 Audience Age 18-99 Imprint Zondervan Subtitle Using Techniques of Journalists to Add Impact Place of Publication Grand Rapids Country of Publication United States Residence Glen Ellyn, IL, US DOI 10.1604/9780310386216 UK Release Date 1994-10-25 AU Release Date 1994-10-25 NZ Release Date 1994-10-25 US Release Date 1994-10-25 Publication Date 1994-10-25 Alternative 9780310832843 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this

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