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  Why is it important to surface a need for your audience right away? Can you think of an example of a speech or sermon you’ve heard that spoke to your needs? How did the speaker accomplish this?

  Rebecca Crone replied 1 month, 3 weeks ago 42 Members · 42 Replies

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  Roger Boca

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  08/28/2021 at 20:53

  To grab their attention. Yes, I have. He started with an interested story and then made a suitable bridge to the sermon,

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  Erick Goodman

  Member

  08/10/2021 at 20:26

  When people are at a service or an event their immediate question to themselves is “Is this going to be boring or will this be something I’m glad I heard. ”

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  Pauline Anderson

  Member

  08/10/2021 at 14:45

  It’s important because we want to get and hopefully keep their attention. Addressing a current need is likely to accomplish that. I’m sure I’ve heard many, but none comes to mind right now.

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  Tracey Brown

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  08/09/2021 at 10:17

  It is important because you have about 15 to 20 seconds to grab the attention of the listener. A former Pastor was able to do this well. He would start the sermon off with an attention-grabbing story that captivated the listener, leaving the listener wanting to know how this message from God could improve their life.

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    Rebecca Crone

    Member

    04/16/2025 at 16:11

    We all have needs and pastors have the challenge of connecting with so many people from various backgrounds and situations. It sounds like your pastor is able to do that!

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  Roy

  Member

  07/08/2021 at 04:17

  It is important to surface a need right away because people are interested in what they need. And when the interest is aroused, then they will listen to you.

  Recently I have attending one webinar. The catchy introduction got me hooked. It was tailored to my need for a better pension.

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