As a writer, one of the most valuable skills you can learn is storytelling. Stories are the way we process information and make sense of the world around us.
I’m thrilled to be talking with Doug Phillips, who is the Professor of New Testament and Greek Studies, and the Chair of the Biblical Education Division at St. Louis Christian College, where I am also a Professor. Doug has multiple advanced degrees and is also working on a Ph.D. in New Testament from Asbury Theological Seminary.
On this episode, we’re going to do a deep dive into the topic of storytelling in the Bible. Doug shares his journey to becoming a professor and helps us understand why Jesus’ parables were so powerful.
You’ll learn what makes an effective story, the key components of Jesus’ parables, and how to start applying those lessons to your own communication.
Resources:
- How to Read the Bible as Literature by Leland Ryken
- The Revolutionary Communicator: 7 Principles Jesus Lived to Impact, Connect and Lead by Jedd Medefind & Erik Lokkesmoe
- The Art of Storytelling: Easy Steps to Presenting an Unforgettable Story by John Walsh
- The ESV Study Bible, the best Study Bible on the market that will help you understand literary genres in the Bible.
- How to Read the Bible, a fun and engaging 10-part YouTube series by the fantastic folks at The Bible Project. The series covers literary styles, plot, character, setting, and other aspects of biblical storytelling.
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