Show Don't Tell: Psalm 138
Vivid sensory description for preaching Psalm 138
This is a show dont tell prompt on homiletics and preaching technique for adults.
Instead of saying "David praised God for answering prayer," sing before the gods. Of David. "I will praise you, LORD, with all my heart; before the 'gods' I will sing your praise." Before the gods—divine council or pagan deities—David sings. "I will bow down toward your holy temple and will praise your name for your unfailing love and your faithfulness, for you have so exalted your solemn decree that it surpasses your fame."…
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