Emphasis Preaching Journal
Have you ever tried to...
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Have you ever tried to explain a joke?
In order for a joke to work, it must be obvious. It must have a point that the hearers catch right away. Once the moment is past it is too late.
Much of the writing in the scriptures is symbolic. It is not intended to be taken literally. But seldom does the writer come right out and say, "This is symbolic, figurative, metaphorical." It should be obvious that something more than the literal meaning is intended. It should not have to be explained.
In order for a joke to work, it must be obvious. It must have a point that the hearers catch right away. Once the moment is past it is too late.
Much of the writing in the scriptures is symbolic. It is not intended to be taken literally. But seldom does the writer come right out and say, "This is symbolic, figurative, metaphorical." It should be obvious that something more than the literal meaning is intended. It should not have to be explained.
