Storytelling basics

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He put before them another parable: 'The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.'

Matthew 13:31-32 NRSV

Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52

Mat 24:36-44

Miracle of a Little

Mustard Seed Parable

Audio Telling

Story in Episodes

Audio Commentary

Written Commentary

Click "Audio Telling" to hear Tom Boomershine tell the story.

Click "Story in Episodes" to see the story arranged in episodes. This makes the story easier to learn and will be useful as you listen to Tom's commentary.

Click "Audio Commentary" for a discussion of historical background, suggestions for learning the story by heart, and tips for telling it effectively.

Click "Written Commentary" to download a PDF of a storytelling commentary written by Thomas E. Boomershine, PhD.

Click "Digital Presentation" to download a PDF of slides to build worship presentations based on GoTell graphics (selected stories only).

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