The Power of a Story
It Inspires, Surprises and Lifts Your Faith
Published on 5. August 2014
101 pages
978-1-4267-9595-4 (ISBN)
Description
In this book, popular author James W. Moore talks about the power of a story, such as those told by Jesus in the Bible. The author recalls, "I would be sitting there in the sanctuary of our church, doing what young boys do in church, drawing pictures on the back of the bulletin, working puzzles, looking constantly at Granny's watch, wishing the seconds hand would move faster, daydreaming about sports, kicking my feet in the air impatiently, counting the organ pipes . . . And then, the preacher would start telling a story, and I was hooked. He had my full attention. I couldn't wait to hear the story!" Jesus knew the importance of telling stories to convey a message or a Biblical truth and used this technique often when speaking or ministering to others throughout the Bible in the form of parables. Stories are a natural way to give detail and perspective while teaching an important point.
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James W. Moore (1938-2019) was an acclaimed pastor and ordained elder in The United Methodist Church. He led congregations in Jackson, TN; Shreveport, LA; and Houston, TX. The best-selling author of over 40 books, including Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned, But I Have Several Excellent Excuses, he also served as minister-in-residence at Highland Park United Methodist Church.
Content
- Cover
- Titlepage
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Introduction: The Power of a Story
- Finding God in Unexpected Places
- Are You Standing in God's Way?
- The Sin of Presumptuous Religion
- Little Things Mean a Lot
- The Power of Kindness
- Have You Ever Been Reduced to a Shameful Silence?
- The Amazing Serenity of Jesus
- Is There Any Hope?
- Spiritual Maturity
- Three Stages of Life
- Magnanimity-The Essential Spirit of the Christian
- The Best Qualities in Life are Reflections of God
- The Healing Power of the Church
- Celebrating the Joy of the Journey
- The Dangers of the Blame Game
- Five Different Ways to Learn the Truth
- Agents of Forgiveness
- Vicarious Lessons From the Foot of the Cross
- The Calling
- Be Quick to Listen, Slow to Speak, and Slow to Anger
- Celebrating Your Own Uniqueness and the Uniqueness of Others
- The Ahs and Blahs of Life
- Travel Light
- The Power of Love
- God Is With Us . . . Always
- We Are God's Family
- We Have Met the Enemy and He Is Us
- Use It or Lose It
- Why Do We Wait for Permission?
- Not Trying Is Worse Than Trying and Failing
- Success, Failure: How DoYou Tell the Difference?
- Turning Problems into Opportunities
- Clowns and Prophets
- The Battle Within
- Jesus Gives God a Face
- What Is the Subtle Difference?
- Dealing With Disappointment Creatively
- Three Breakthroughs That Can Change Your Life
- Are You Eager To Be Apathetic?
- Leaving the World A Better Place Than You Found IT
- The Christmas Gifts That Always Fit
- Discussion Guide
