Class 8 of the series, “They tell of the glory of your kingdom and speak of your might” (Psalm 145:11)
Do you want your audience to remember what you spoke about?
Then make your message memorable
Introduction
You have chosen your textYou have explored itYou have mined other resourcesYou have found the pointYou have chosen a structureYou have planned how to start your lessonYou have planned how to end your lessonTuesday Teaching Tip 11 - "Influential Illustrations"Tuesday Teaching Tips, Episode 134: "How to use your expertise to illustrate"Tuesday Teaching Tips, Episode 164: "What to do when illustrations aren't received as expected"Tuesday Teaching Tips, Episode 173: "Illustrate from Experience"
Jesus the master! Do a study of the gospels and write down all the ways he used illustrations.
1. Sources
Your past - distant and recentCheck your photosCheck your diaryThe newsGoogle - search barReading - physical, audible and kindleKeep a file
2. Types
WordsPictures/VideoProps
3. Appropriateness
Who might feel left out?Offer a caveat if needed
Conclusion
Question: What illustrations do you find memorable and why?
Next time: How to make the most of congregational involvement
“One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts.”
(Psalm 145:4 NIV11)
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