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The Art of Persuasive Writing Series (5 of 7): Story Matters More Than You Think
Clear explanation can provide the foundation for persuasive writing. But explanation alone often proves insufficient. Readers may understand an idea at an abstract level and still remain unmoved by it. Story introduces another dimension, allowing the reader to see the idea in motion and to recognize its presence in everyday life.
Let me make sure I don’t confuse the issue. So let’s first explore the difference between fiction and nonfiction storytelling. Fiction tells the truth through invention. Nonfiction tells the truth while carrying the obligation of factual accuracy. Don’t get me wrong, the difference between fiction and nonfiction is not imagination versus truth. Fiction can help a reader feel the force of the truth. Nonfiction can help the reader understand why that truth should be believed.
The effectiveness of a story in nonfiction lies in its ability to illustrate. A well-chosen example can reveal the point in a way a declarative statement cannot. It allows the reader to recognize ideas that might otherwise remain hidden.
Stories must be chosen with care and used with restraint. If your work is only a series of anecdotes interspersed with the occasional Bible verse or interpretive thought, the stories lose their power. They may serve the ultimate idea but end up distracting from it. But when used well, they deepen understanding and can be a truly powerful tool.
In some cases, a reader may forget the overall structure of your book, but a well-told story can stick with them, along with the persuasive point that was being illustrated at the time.
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Writing With An Eternal Perspective
One of the many reasons people love books is that they feel they are much more long-lasting than other forms of media. The fact that many avid readers have large collections and love authors who died decades or even centuries ago supports this. But books are still an example of a temporal and perishable form of communication. Apart from the Bible, nothing man-created is truly eternal. Everything from the hand of a human will pass away, even your favorite book and author. When considering Christian writing with an eternal perspective, we need to identify the elements in the process that …
The Art of Persuasive Writing Series (4 of 7): What the Reader Is Listening For
When a reader moves through a piece of writing, they are evaluating it with questions that operate behind the scenes. They are asking whether the writer can be trusted, whether the argument holds together, and whether the ideas are good enough or clear enough be repeated to someone else. These questions will shape a reader’s response at every stage. Trust develops first, and it develops quickly. Often this begins as the point of sale when the book is purchased due to the author’s name, credibility, or from a recommendation. This trust is affirmed by a writer who handles opposing views …
A Day of Remembrance
Today is the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the United States. For many of us, it is still a vivid memory. Instead of our usual “Fun Friday,” it is appropriate to reflect on the sovereignty of God, who is never surprised by the wickedness of men, but still loves us and has provided for our redemption. Take a moment and let this song sweep over you. It’s based on the oldest surviving Christian hymn ever found. Read the article about its origins at this link. ShareTweet