THE CURE FOR THE COMMON SERMON

Why have sermons historically been linked to all things suffered in the name of boredom? The Cure For The Common Sermon illustrates through real life examples, anecdotes and personal experiences the deserved reputation sermons have acquired, and the challenges facing ministry professionals as they struggle to hold the attention of their congregation. This book is for anyone who needs to improve their own public speaking skills whether they need to deliver an introduction at a fundraiser or speak at a trade conference.

Larry Richardson's background is in Persuasion Theory, with a Master of Arts from California State University at Fullerton. He earned a PhD. from the University of Southern California with a dissertation in hostage negotiating. In 1975, Richardson wrote and directed 'A Wild Boar in the Vineyard', a play on the life of Martin Luther, the German reformer. The play won first prize from the Inland Theater League in Southern California. Born and raised in Southern California, his affection for Disneyland led to his creation of a whimsical blog dedicated to all those who remember growing up and growing old with the “happiest place on earth”. The blog is titled Burymyheartatdisneyland.blogspot.com.He has long been an outdoor enthusiast, backpacker, and long distance runner. He earned a 3rd degree black belt in karate from the Zen Bai Butokukai. He currently owns a market research company in Cleveland, Tennessee.