How To Be A Better Storyteller
Question Of The DayWhat was your favorite part of the
Preach Better Sermons event?
How To Be A Better Storyteller
“After nourishment, shelter and companionship,
stories are the thing we need most in the world.”
-Philip Pullman
Preaching… • Engage Emotion • Stimulate Thought • Inspire Action • Influence Belief
“Stories demand an emotional investment”
1. Jesus Told Stories
• The Story Of The Prodigal Son
• The Story Of The Good Samaritan
• The Story Of The Wise And Foolish
Builders
• The Story Of The Annoying Neighbor
YOU: Tell a story people understand to help them grasp
something they don’t understand
2. Stories Make You Human
“You admire a character for trying more than for their success.”
- Pixar
YOU: Share a story where you failed so your audience will be
more open to you teaching them how to succeed
3. Stories Are Memorable
“If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.”
- Rudyard Kipling
Preaching Rocket Module 2
SERMONS THAT STICK: CRAFTING A MEMORABLE
BOTTOM LINE
YOU: Tell a story with a memorable point to support
an unforgettable sermon
4. Stories Should Be Content-Driven
“Let your content drive your energy. Let your stories reinforce your content.”
“That had nothing to do with anything.”
“That had something to do with everything.”
Where Am I Taking This Audience?
YOU: Tell your audience, “I’m about to tell you a story. And
the reason why I’m telling you this is ___________.”
5. Collect Stories
Story Collecting System (OWN) Observe It
Write It Name It
Preaching Rocket Module 9
HOW TO BECOME A MASTER OF STORIES
“Ten Places To Find Stories”
YOU: Go write down two stories you’ve observed or
experienced recently
“Whatever story you’re telling, it will be more interesting if, at the end, you add, and then everything burst into flames.”
-Brian P. Cleary
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