Show Don't Tell: Matthew 26:47-56
Vivid sensory description for preaching Matthew 26:47-56
This is a show dont tell prompt on homiletics and preaching technique for adults.
Instead of saying "Jesus was arrested in the garden," watch the kiss land. While Jesus is still speaking, Judas arrives—one of the Twelve—with a large crowd carrying swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and elders. The betrayer had arranged a signal: "The one I kiss is the man; arrest him." He goes directly to Jesus: "Greetings, Rabbi!" and kisses him.…
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