Over on the Richland Campus blog, Dave Dawson cited seven reasons why stories are important.

Excerpt from the post:

1. Storytelling is a universal form of communication.
2. More than half of the world’s population prefers the concrete mode of learning.
3. Stories connect with our imagination and emotions.
4. Every major religion uses stories to socialize its young, convert potential followers, and indoctrinate members.
5. Approximately 75 percent of the Bible is narrative.
6. Stories create instant evangelists.
7. Jesus taught theology through stories.