Just Say The Words

About the Book

This book "Just Say The Words" is the reflection of the author's conviction that every spoken or written word is significant. He states that the old saying: "One picture is worth a thousand words," is true, but "Only if you know the thousand words." The author is engaging in a process he calls "transmission" by which he indicates that what he has written is being "sent" and what is read is "received." He attempts to use picture words in place of abstract expressions. From the words written in the Bible to words written by prophets, playwrights and poets, the author reflects on the dynamic potential and powerful purpose of words. He states that Jesus the Christ is the master communicator. Jesus' words are life giving and life changing. In Jesus, Word and Deed go together. Whatever Jesus says, He does. The author shows how Attitude leads to Behavior which leads to Consequence. He helps us look at the importance of, and the difference between, Heredity and Environment in shaping human response to life situations. Reflecting on visits to Israel, the author describes treks through various places in the Holy Land and describes the "Most Religious Spot on Earth." He examines the importance of the concepts of Guilt and Gratitude, then asks for the readers response to what has been written.

About the Author

Dr. William H. Goddard is a retired American Baptist Pastor who has served churches in Florida, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois and California. He holds the BA degree from the University of Denver, the Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree and the Masters of Sacred Theology (STM) degrees from Yale University Divinity School; his Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) was earned at McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago. He is the author of "Wonderful Words of Life" and "The Seven Voices of God. He is married to his wife, Beverly, with whom he has two daughters and five grandchildren. The Goddards have retired from the pastoral ministry and are now living in Florida.