Preach Like a Train Driver - Paperback
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For preachers, pastors and Christian leaders
How to give bible talks that challenge and inspire
We’ve all sat through Bible talks and sermons that meander, go nowhere or are just plain dull. In this practical guide to the art and skill of preparing and delivering Bible talks, seasoned preacher Tim Hawkins shares his wisdom and experience on how to do it better.
Tim urges us to preach like train drivers - who consciously want to take people with them on a journey that arrives at a worthwhile destination.
Learn how to:
* engage people with God’s word – right from the word “go”
* plan and prepare a talk so that it leads to genuine transformation through the gospel
* tell stories that are vivid and memorable
* use humour more effectively
* start and finish talks with impact
* illustrate and apply talks in a way that is faithful to the Bible, and effective in the way it is received.
The book is underpinned with a confidence in God’s Word applied by the Holy Spirit as God’s agent of change. But it takes seriously the gifting and responsibility of the preacher to deliver messages that move.
See also the companion volume - "Speak Like a Train Driver" - for speakers, presenters, teachers and trainers
How to give bible talks that challenge and inspire
We’ve all sat through Bible talks and sermons that meander, go nowhere or are just plain dull. In this practical guide to the art and skill of preparing and delivering Bible talks, seasoned preacher Tim Hawkins shares his wisdom and experience on how to do it better.
Tim urges us to preach like train drivers - who consciously want to take people with them on a journey that arrives at a worthwhile destination.
Learn how to:
* engage people with God’s word – right from the word “go”
* plan and prepare a talk so that it leads to genuine transformation through the gospel
* tell stories that are vivid and memorable
* use humour more effectively
* start and finish talks with impact
* illustrate and apply talks in a way that is faithful to the Bible, and effective in the way it is received.
The book is underpinned with a confidence in God’s Word applied by the Holy Spirit as God’s agent of change. But it takes seriously the gifting and responsibility of the preacher to deliver messages that move.
See also the companion volume - "Speak Like a Train Driver" - for speakers, presenters, teachers and trainers
Also available as an eBook
What's in the book ...
Section A
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Every great message takes people on a journey
Every great message takes people to a destination The only destination is transformation Every journey needs a plan Preparing the journey Preparing the train driver |
Section C
The Hook
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What's it like to live in your listeners' world?
Would they want to go to your destination? Why would they want to engage with YOU? Engaging your audience one step at a time Engaging your audience - biblical examples |
Section E
The Hook
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10 steps to a great finish
Finishing with God's power |
Section B
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08. 09. |
The importance of the Bible
How to prepare a Bible message Getting the Bible message right |
Section D
The Look
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The first principle of illustrations
Stories that connect with your audience Stories that connect with your journey How to tell dynamic stories |
Section F
Making the journey great
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22. 23. 24. 25. 26. |
How to use the whole stage
How to engage people with humour Nine humour techniques that really work How to move away from your notes How to make your message memorable The whole journey |
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FAQ's
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What's the difference between "Speak Like a Train Driver" and
"Preach Like a Train Driver"? Essentially, they are two different editions of the same book. But each book is individually designed for a very particular readership. "Preach Like a Train Driver" is specifically written for preachers, pastors and christian leaders. It's for those who teach the bible. "Speak Like a Train Driver" is specifically written for speakers, presenters, teachers and trainers. It's for those who are public speakers on any topic. |
Is there different material in "Speak Like a Train Driver" compared with "Preach Like a Train Driver"?
The overwhelming majority of the content is very similar. But "Speak Like a Train Driver" has a general readership in mind, and "Preach Like a Train Driver" has a particular Christian readership in mind. Each book has some exclusive material which is not contained in the other. The main differences are in the section called "The Book". In "Preach Like a Train Driver", this section is directed towards a right understanding of the Bible. In "Speak like a Train Driver", there is specially written material to help public speakers focus in on their subject of passion. |
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Which book should I buy?
If you are a public speaker - or wanting to learn how to be a great public speaker - then "Speak Like a Train Driver" is for you. If you are a bible teacher, then "Preach Like a Train Driver" is for you. You choose! In fact, a number of our customers have purchased both! |
What's the big deal with Train Drivers? I don't get it!
Hmm ... I think you'll need to buy the book! All will be explained. But if you can catch this one concept of being a train driver every time you speak, it will totally revolutionise every single message you present. |