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“Who is my neighbour?” — Luke 10:29

When the Pharisees asked Jesus this question, He didn’t just give a doctrinal answer. He told a story.

The parable of the Good Samaritan was tailored to His audience—people who understood the cultural and religious tension between Jews and Samaritans. Instead of simply declaring “everyone is your neighbor,” Jesus helped His listeners feel the truth by embedding it in a narrative that challenged assumptions.

As a presenter, your task is similar. Great communicators tailor their delivery to the audience. They don’t just say important things—they help people receive them.

Your posture, tone, focus, and flow all affect how your message is heard. Just like the Savior, your goal isn’t to perform—it’s to connect.

Project Roadmap

This lesson supports your Team Case Presentation, where each student must speak professionally and contribute meaningfully. This is a leadership opportunity—not a recital. Your presentation will be evaluated on its message, media, and messengers.

Why This Matters

You can be as entertaining as possible, but unless you share meaningful and useful content, you won’t be invited back. Be sure the message component of your presentation is tight and strong.

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Watch this TED Talk by Amy Cuddy, "Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are" (20 minutes), where she discusses important concepts about nonverbal communication, especially in evaluative situations (such as speeches or job interviews).




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