more readings
May 28th, 2007
I have laboriously typed out some excerpts which impacted me from books on preaching. Now over the years I have read many books on preaching because it is my passion and interest. So it will take quite a while to go back in time and glean the stuff that made a difference to me. So here are just three. One is by a systematic theologian; another speaks from a communication theory perspective, and the final one is a professor of preaching. So take a look at READINGS above and click it.
I’ll slowly add more along the way.
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What do you think of those who apply Neuro-linguistics programming (NLP) when trying to influence the people he/she is preaching to. What about those who apply hypnosis principles in preaching. Could you comment a little on it if you are familiar with such communication skills?
Thats interesting Joel. I’d like to read more about what you mentioned. Can you give me some links? It may actually make for an interesting research paper.
Off hand, it falls within the craftiness and deceit that Paul said he and his team assiduously avoided. He said, “Our appeal to you is not based on error or impure motives, nor do we try to trick anyone. Instead, we always speak as God wants us to. (1Thessalonians2:3,4).