Storytelling

Hey, what’s up Adam’s Apples? Today’s topic is storytelling.

Storytelling was and still is a relevant way to teach, preach, and outreach. In the book Walking on Water, the author is confronted by her teacher that she is lying. The teacher tells the student that she is telling a story and implies that ‘stories’ are lies. Why in our culture, does telling a story correlate with lying? By teaching children this and not allowing them to imagine it can lead to difficulty, but that’s another can of worms I do not want to dig into.

If children are not allowed to imagine and tell stories, then why did Jesus tell parables? Jesus told many stories when he preached, was there really a merchant who sold all for the field? Maybe, but we also know that the story is a depiction of the Kingdom of Heaven. Is the story true or false then? Yes. The merchant could be real, but the purpose of the story is to speak truth through a creative story.

We can also look at the church for storytelling. This is more of a first hand experience storytelling, but storytelling nonetheless. We share testimonies with each other, our life story so that we can encourage and be encouraged. Do not be afraid to share your testimony with others even though you think you have a ‘lame’ story. God works in all of us through the good and the bad, it does not matter what your life story is. What matters is that God is working in your life and that He is the one you live your life for.

Last but not least, is outreach. It is similar to the church by sharing testimony but in different cultures. By getting to know someone, you can share your life journey in bits and pieces. If there is no connection made and you start talking about God, you may put up walls between you and the other person. Build a connection and then tell them a story.

Wishing you all the best! I personally love storytelling, and if you ever want to share a story contact me at adamwhel123@gmail.com. Peace out Adam’s Apples.

Bibliography

L'Engle, Madeleine. 1998. Walking on Water: Reflections on Faith and Art. Colorado Springs, CO:Waterbrook Press.