Show Don't Tell: Matthew 13:1-9
As the sun dipped low over the shimmering waters of the Sea of Galilee, a gentle breeze rustled the tall grasses along the shore. Jesus,...
This is a show dont tell prompt on homiletics and preaching technique for adults.
As the sun dipped low over the shimmering waters of the Sea of Galilee, a gentle breeze rustled the tall grasses along the shore. Jesus, with the warmth of the day still embracing him, climbed into a small wooden boat—its paint chipped and sun-bleached from many a voyage. The crowd, a living tapestry of curiosity and need, pressed closer, their eyes fixed on him, eager to absorb his wisdom.…
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