Persuasive Speaking
Course Description:
Part of being a Christian entails communicating with others. For example, peaching is a central practice in Christianity, but the word preaching is seen by many as a pejorative term of judgment. "Don't preach at me," we say defensively. Good preaching is truth-telling without self-righteousness. In this course, students learn a method of speaking that works for preaching, negotiating, leading conversations and meetings, and also for doing fund development. The course focuses on the importance of non-presumptive language and speaking intelligibly and contextually. It is taught in a way that refreshes seasoned speakers, develops new preachers, and helps believers communicate more persuasively.
Guiding Questions:
What does it take to speak intelligibly and contextually?
How do you eliminate non-presumptive language from your speaking/preaching?
What makes sermons and other gospel presentations most effective?
How can we apply the principles of persuasive speaking to other venues of communication?
UPCOMING COURSE
Professor:
Rod Casey, D.Min.
Full Course Runs:
Tuesday, June 3 –
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Registration opens Monday, Mar. 3, 2025 at 12 pm PDT.