Smyth & Helwys has a page now with information about my upcoming book, For God's Sake Shut Up!: Lessons for Christians on How to Speak Effectively and When to Remain Silent. There you can find information about the book and a very nice review written by Brett Younger (Senior Pastor of Broadway Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas). There is also link to the table of contents (found here) and a link to where you can read the introduction to the book (found here).
For God's Sake Shut up!: Lessons for Christians on how to Speak Effectively and when to Remain Silent
One of the greatest problems in the Christian community in America today is a general inability to effectively communicate without polarizing or driving people away. This book offers numerous insights for Christians who desire to share their beliefs in more effective ways. It draws upon lessons I have learned during my communication studies, from being a pastor, and as a communications specialist for a church organization. These principles are developed with the use of personal anecdotes and news stories to provide specific examples of what to do or what not to do when attempting to communicate. I critique many famous Christians for saying things that ultimately hurt the cause. Thus, the book’s tone is often humorous/satirical.
Of course I'm biased, but I think you will find the book to be a worthwhile read with many important issues to consider along with relevant and current examples. It is not, by the way, a collection of posts from this blog. I started this blog as I was nearing the end of the first draft of the manuscript to provide a place for me to continue to write some thoughts. While my blog posts are often quite short and at times random, the book offers longer treatments on thirteen areas related to effective communication. It will be out in a few weeks, but is already available for pre-order. I hope you will find this book to be insightful and useful.
For God's Sake Shut up!: Lessons for Christians on how to Speak Effectively and when to Remain Silent
One of the greatest problems in the Christian community in America today is a general inability to effectively communicate without polarizing or driving people away. This book offers numerous insights for Christians who desire to share their beliefs in more effective ways. It draws upon lessons I have learned during my communication studies, from being a pastor, and as a communications specialist for a church organization. These principles are developed with the use of personal anecdotes and news stories to provide specific examples of what to do or what not to do when attempting to communicate. I critique many famous Christians for saying things that ultimately hurt the cause. Thus, the book’s tone is often humorous/satirical.
Of course I'm biased, but I think you will find the book to be a worthwhile read with many important issues to consider along with relevant and current examples. It is not, by the way, a collection of posts from this blog. I started this blog as I was nearing the end of the first draft of the manuscript to provide a place for me to continue to write some thoughts. While my blog posts are often quite short and at times random, the book offers longer treatments on thirteen areas related to effective communication. It will be out in a few weeks, but is already available for pre-order. I hope you will find this book to be insightful and useful.
Brian,
ReplyDeleteI will go pick up a copy. Sounds like an interesting read.
Kevin: Glad to hear it! Of course I’m biased, but I honestly think you will enjoy it. I like your perspective on issues and your humor; thus, I think you will appreciate both my thoughts and my humor.
ReplyDeleteP.S. I always love your photo!
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