Includes bibliographical references (pages 217-224) and index.
Contents
An introduction to spiritually charged communication -- Connecting like Jesus. Spiritually charged communication : relational practices for connecting like Jesus ; Soul healing : connecting like Jesus through care of the soul -- Practices for soul healing. It is about you : knowing yourself as the starting point for soul healing ; From fear to freedom : overcoming what keeps us from others ; Sacred listening : hearing with the ears of God ; Connecting through questions : why asking is better than telling ; Conflict : an opportunity to connect ; Redeeming conflict : prayers and other practices for oneness ; When stories tell the story : the power to shape a narrative -- Practices for teaching and preaching. Preparing the soil : laying the groundwork for spiritually dynamic speaking ; Planning your message : crafting the shape of your talk ; Presenting your message : why it all leads up to the finale -- Postscript for spiritually charged communication -- "One another" verses -- Using this book is small groups or classes.
