8/11/2023 0 Comments Jw public talk illustrations![]() As you look at things, think of them in terms of Christian living and the ministry. For instance, if you see a potted flower that looks dry and wilted, you might think, “Friendship is like a plant. ![]() To flourish it must be watered.” Some persons today look at the moon only in terms of space travel. ![]() The Christian looks at it as God’s handiwork, a satellite of His creation, an object that endures forever, something that affects our everyday lives, causing the tides to ebb and flow.Ħ In preparing a talk, if simple illustrations do not come readily to mind, check related material in the Watch Tower Society’s publications. Think of key words in the talk and pictures they convey to your mind. But remember, an illustration that does not fit is worse than no illustration at all. When considering “Illustrations fit material,” which is listed on the Speech Counsel form, there are several aspects of the matter to keep in mind.ħ-9. Why are simple illustrations so effective?ħ Simple. A simple illustration is easier to remember. It contributes to the line of argument rather than detracting by reason of its complicated nature. Jesus’ illustrations were often no more than a few words. ![]() (For example, see Matthew 13:31-33 24:32, 33.) To be simple, the terminology must be understood. If an illustration needs much explanation, it is excess baggage. Discard it or simplify it.Ĩ Jesus used little things to explain big things, easy things to explain hard things. ![]()
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