Episode 2 - Preaching & Self Improvement - Books 4 2024

This is the last podcast in a two part series on Books 4 2024 to change your life! I have read over 37 books last year and am discussing the best ones!Are you tired of people gazing off into space when you preach? Do you want to learn from some of the best communicators and leaders in the Christian world? Do you want to grow in your personal and professional skills? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this podcast episode is for you.I'm your host, and in this episode, I will share with you some of the books that have helped me improve my preaching and personal growth in the past year. These books cover topics such as:📖How to design and deliver life-changing messages. Communicating for Change by Andy Stanley📖 How to use your voice, your story, and your passion to communicate God's truth. Don't Drop the Mic by T.D. Jakes📖 How to develop and deliver expository sermons that are faithful to the text and relevant to the listeners. Biblical Preaching by Haddon Robinson📖 How to preach Christ from all of Scripture, using a grace-based approach that unifies the message and the method. Christ-Centered Preaching by Bryan Chapell📖 How to interpret and preach the stories of the Old Testament, with attention to their literary, historical, and theological dimensions. The Art of Preaching Old Testament Narratives by Steven MathewsonI will also share with you some books that have helped me grow in my personal and professional skills, such as:📖 How to improve your interpersonal skills, build rapport, and win people over. How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie📖 How to achieve personal and professional success by adopting seven habits that are based on timeless principles. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.📖 How to handle high-stakes conversations with confidence, clarity, and respect. Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler.