Show Don't Tell: John 8:48-59
Vivid sensory description for preaching John 8:48-59
This is a show dont tell prompt on homiletics and preaching technique for adults.
Instead of saying "Jesus claimed divine existence before Abraham," hear the stones lifted. The Jews answer: "Aren't we right in saying that you are a Samaritan and demon-possessed?" "I am not possessed by a demon, but I honor my Father and you dishonor me... Very truly I tell you, whoever obeys my word will never see death." "Now we know that you are demon-possessed!…
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