How To Be A Better Storyteller

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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

“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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