Ep. 3 - Effective Illustrations

🎙️ Welcome back to The Teaching Lab! In Episode 2, we learned how to explain the Bible with clarity. Pastor Nick Volkening wraps up this teaching trilogy by showing us how to use illustrations in a powerful and effective way.

When most people think of illustrations, they think of stories—and while stories are powerful, they’re just one of the tools in your teaching toolkit. In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ Why illustrations matter (and how they help listeners process big truths)

✅ Four key types of illustrations every teacher should know—stories, word pictures, analogies, and examples

✅ How to avoid the trap of making yourself the “hero” of your stories

✅ Practical tips for finding and refining great illustrations that connect with your audience

Whether you’re teaching in a pulpit, classroom, or small group, this episode will help you capture attention, stir the imagination, and drive God’s Word deep into the hearts of your listeners.

👉 Listen now to sharpen your teaching craft and discover the power of illustrations in bringing Scripture to life!