Shane & Shane opened this afternoon’s session with a time of worship. They’re going to be back this evening for Granger’s midweek service. That, of course, will happen before this evening’s Film Festival.

Rob Wegner took the platform for the final session of the day. He addressed the power of story. He explained:

  • The power of story means shifting from a linear presentation to an engaging conversation.
  • Engaging conversations happen when three stories intersect: my story, their story and God’s story.
  • My Story — Use vulnerability and humor–especially self-deprecating humor.
  • Their Story — Taper the story to your focus audience. We have got to get into our people’s lives. That’s what Jesus did. It’s awkward. How invested are you in the relationships of people you are trying to reach? And, let your people tell their stories.
  • God’s Story — We have to put Scripture into its historical dimension. It’s not just a topical self-help book. The truth is embedded into real people’s lives. People will start to identify with the story. Instead of asking, "What do I want to say about the text?" ask "What does the text want to say to me?" Begin the conversation, don’t end.
  • We need to become story collectors. Find stories in metaphors. Find stories in other communicators. Find stories in culture. When Jesus talked about the Kingdom of God, he didn’t use God talk. He used every day real life stories.
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