Interacting With Media as a Christian in the 21st Century

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave is interviewed by Dave Van Bebber for his class at Spurgeon College on public speaking on a game plan when engaging with the media, what it means to be a trustworthy voice in the Church, why the media has a worldview and why Christians must see and engage the worldview through a biblical worldview, and much more on this new episode. What you'll hear in this episode • Dave's experience in the media and ministry. • A game plan no matter one's vocation for talking to the media with the gospel. • Some of the most important elements of preparation when talking with the media • Common pitfalls should one avoid when talking to and engaging in the media. • Lessons on conducting an effective interview in any setting. • How public speaking impact one's ability to speak to the media and how this enhances one's interview skills. • Some similar and distinct differences between talking with a reporter covering a story verses a long-form interview. • Why and how a biblical worldview helps the Christian. • Why the media has a worldview and why Christians must see the world through a biblical worldview. • Why Christians should refuse to compromise in media and in all of life. • What it means to be a trustworthy voice and resource in the Church. • How to fight pride and grow in grace in the Christian life. • How preparing helps us to deal with fear and anxiety related to public speaking. Thank you for listening to this episode of Equipping You in Grace.