Show Don't Tell: Psalm 25
Vivid sensory description for preaching Psalm 25
This is a show dont tell prompt on homiletics and preaching technique for adults.
Instead of saying "David asked for guidance and forgiveness," see the lifted soul. An acrostic—each verse begins with sequential Hebrew letters. "In you, LORD my God, I put my trust. I trust in you; do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me." Trust opened to scrutiny. "Show me your ways, LORD, teach me your paths.…
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