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The Parables of Jesus
by James Montgomery Boice"Some sections of the Bible give us grand theology. Some move us to grateful responses to God. But the parables break through mere words and make us ask whether there has indeed been any real difference in our lives."In this beloved classic, James Boice takes us systematically through the parables of Jesus, grouping them into five categories: parables of the kingdom, salvation, wisdom and folly, the Christian life, and judgment. In each section Boice brings Jesus' words to bear on life today. Through his careful study and clear explanation of each parable—born from a sermon series he preached at the Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, where he pastored for 32 years—he helps us understand just what Jesus meant, and how our hearts and lives ought to respond. Jesus' parables are memorable for a reason. Discover their power for yourself.
The Parables of Jesus
by Tomie DePaolaAn illustrated retelling of seventeen parables used by Jesus Christ in his teachings. Includes "The Good Samaritan," "The Lost Sheep," "The Laborers in the Vineyard," and "The Prodigal Son." This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book.
Parables of Jesus
by Benjamin GalanJesus used parables to communicate important truth about God's Kingdom. Parables of Jesus is a 14-page full color pamphlet that will introduce you to the parables of Jesus. All 39 of these "heavenly stories with earthly meanings" are explained: the Prodigal Son, the Good Samaritan, the Lost Sheep, the Mustard Seed, the Talents, and more. Parables of Jesus is an excellent way to learn more about the stories that show God's purposes in the world. Parables of Jesus also includes tips for studying parables for Bible Study groups.Parables of Jesus discussion and study questions:Jesus used parables to explain truths about God's Kingdom. These stories bring us wisdom, comfort, and instruction.*Read panels 1, 11-13 on "Interpretation of Parables" to understand the basics of parables and how Jesus used them.*Using the suggestions on panel 12, study these parables to get started-*The Pharisee and the Tax Collector - #38. Read from Luke 18:19-14*The Good Samaritan - #23. Read from Luke 10:30-37*The Rich Fool - #25. Read from Luke 12:16-21*Using the steps on panel 13, go deeper with each of these parables. You may want to use a study Bible or a commentary to find out the cultural and historical background.*Now that you have studied these three parables, read through the remaining 36 parables and choose three more to study. How are they similar? How different?*Continue through the rest of the parables. Identify the main points.*Application: *What is the most important characteristic of God you identified in each of these parables? *Knowing this about God and his kingdom, how should people live and make their decisions? Pick one area in your life that you would handle differently as a result of this insight. *What specifically will you do this week?
The Parables of Jesus
by Earnest GrahamA hurricane howls towards a house built on sand. A nighttime intruder creeps onto enemy land. A boy leaves home to seek adventure. Robbers menace a lonely traveler. And the unexpected happens. This new and innovative graphic novel translation puts a modern twist on an ancient art form. The parables of Jesus begin with mundane events and end with a glimpse of a deeper reality; Earnest Graham's illustrations, ranging in style from West African kente and Japanese prints to vivid modern realism, interpret these well-loved stories for the next generation of readers.
The Parables of Jesus: A Commentary (The Bible in Its World (BIW))
by Arland J. HultgrenThis inaugural volume in the Bible in Its World series offers a comprehensive commentary on the parables of Jesus. Arland Hultgren's outstanding work features fresh translations of the parables in the Synoptic Gospels and the Gospel of Thomas, followed by interpretive notes and commentary on the theological meaning and significance of each parable for readers today.After an introductory chapter on the nature of parables and their interpretation, Hultgren studies the thirty-eight parables of Jesus thematically, exploring in turn "parables of the revelation of God," "parables of exemplary behavior," "parables of wisdom," "parables of life before God," "parables of final judgment," "allegorical parables," and "parables of the kingdom." He also discusses how the three evangelists used the parables within the literary framework and theological interests of their Gospels. The book ends with a close look at the parables of Jesus in the Gospel of Thomas.Distinctive in the field for its scope of coverage and its goal of addressing the widest possible audience, this volume will be a valuable study resource for classrooms, churches, and general readers.
The Parables of Jesus (Fisherman Bible Studyguide Series)
by Gladys HuntSimple Stories Packed with Meaning Jesus, the Master Teacher, was a superb storyteller. Rather than abstract doctrinal teachings, he spoke to his followers in lively discourses full of illustrations, metaphors, and stories. Through the images of seeds and soils, sheep, coins, and weddings, Jesus introduces us to God's kingdom, its principles, and the people who live in it. As you work through these studies, listen for Christ's clear and authoritative voice, speaking to you about vital spiritual realities. Fisherman Bible Studyguides include . Penetrating questions that generate discussion . Flexible format for group or individual needs . Helpful leaders' notes . Emphasis on daily applications of Bible truth. From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Parables of Jesus Explained: A Detailed Discussion and Analysis of 52 of Jesus' Parables
by Stephen TvedtenA thoroughly researched and deeply insightful exploration of Jesus’ teachings from the Gospels.Over a third of the Gospels by Matthew, Mark, and Luke contain Jesus’ parables. In the Book of Matthew, we learn that this style of teaching fulfilled G-d’s prophecy: "I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter what has been hidden since the foundation of the world." But how do we best interpret these vital lessons?The Parables of Jesus Explained offers a close reading of fifty two parables from the Bible. Author Stephen Tvedten explains that a parable is a word-picture which uses an earthly image or story to illustrate a spiritual truth or lesson. It creates a mini-drama that helps define the unknown and unseen by using both the visible and the known. This volume includes close readings of some of the best-known parables, such as The Parable of the Good Samaritan and The Parable of the Prodigal Son, as well as lesser-known stories, such as The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant.
The Parables of Jesus Participant's Guide
by Matt WilliamsJesus communicated deep spiritual truths through simple, vivid, and engaging stories. Woven from the stuff of everyday life, the parables of Jesus made the kingdom of God understandable and accessible to his listeners. In six engaging, interactive small group sessions, this Deep Connection DVD gives you will gain new insights into his parables and their meanings that will help you to appreciate more fully their relevance for your own life. With maps and pictures, outlines, key Scripture verses, discussion questions, plenty of room for note taking, and a personal five-day Bible study for each session, this participant’s guide will help you get the most out of The Parable of Jesus, both in your group and in applying what you learn to your life.
The Parables of Joshua (Joshua)
by Joseph F. GirzoneIn the latest chapter of his bestselling Joshua series, Joseph Girzone offers fresh inspiration in this collection of fifty never-before-published contemporary vignettes that underscore the most important lessons of the gospel. Joseph Girzone's novels about Joshua, the carpenter who transforms ordinary lives with words of peace and loving actions, have sold more than three million copies and captured the hearts of readers around the world. InThe Parables of Joshua, perhaps his most powerful book since the originalJoshua, Girzone distills the essence of Christian teaching in entertaining and inspiring "bite-sized" tales set against the background of current society. For some today, the parables of the New Testament are quaint, old-fashioned stories, with little relevance to everyday life in the twenty-first century. As Girzone writes in his Introduction, "I have heard the most callous people comment with such great piety on the parables that I could not help but wonder if we haven't made parables pleasant-sounding fables about human situations long past, but with no present-day meaning. " In order to recapture their original vitality Girzone revives the timeless messages behind the original parables by "dressing them in modern clothes," presenting them through Joshua in a conversational style that will resonate with a modern audience.
Parables of Kierkegaard
by Søren KierkegaardThe description for this book, Parables of Kierkegaard, will be forthcoming.
The Parables of Kryon (Kryon Ser.)
by Lee CarrollThe Parables of Kryon, by Lee Carroll, author of Kryon: Don't Think Like a Human!, Kryon: The End Times, Kryon: Alchemy Of The Human Spirit, and many other books, has written this book of parables that is filled with penetrating insights. As soon as you read one of these wonderful stories, you will be hooked as you recognize yourself, and your own situations in the parable.
The Parables of Paul: The Master of the Metaphor
by J. Ellsworth KalasFor over 2,000 years, the church has looked to the apostle Paul and his letters in order to understand and follow the Christian life. Paul had his own compelling way of sharing Jesus' message with others, through the use of the metaphor--a brief, imaginative word picture that shows the same truth as a longer story. From casting himself in the role of a slave, to presenting the Christian as a soldier or an actor, or even showing how we are vessels in the King's house, Paul's gallery of enriching, life-changing story pictures paints for us an indelible picture of the Christian faith.
Parables of the Cross
by I. Lilias TrotterIsabella Lilias Trotter (1853-1928) was an artist and a missionary for over 38 years to the Muslims of Algeria. John Ruskin, the famous art critic, didn't believe that ladies could paint before he met Lilias. He changed his mind after he met her and believed that if she would give her life to painting she could become the greatest painter of the nineteenth century. Ruskin believed that if she would devote herself to art "she would be the greatest living painter and do things that would be immortal. " He was unhappy that she was spending so much time on the streets of London, helping with the YWCA, when he thought she ought to be painting. Lilias, however, decided to give up her career in art in order to serve God. She always remained a good friend of Ruskin's though, and they wrote many letters when she was in Algeria. She also wrote several books - beautifully illustrated by herself, including: Parables of the Cross (1894), Parables of the Christ-Life (1899), and a book for Sufi Muslims, The Way of the Sevenfold Secret.
Parables of the Vineyard
by Pamela Reeve Kirk IrwinEvery life holds times of happiness, but also times of disappointment and confusion. We feel pressure from all sides and wonder if God is really there. We call out to God, wanting to know the purpose and value of the season in which we find ourselves. With her wise counsel and gentle encouragement, bestselling author Pamela Reeve leads readers to see the often unrecognized miracle that God is working in our lives to bring about spiritual growth. Drawing from John 15, she reveals the secret to true and lasting peace in the midst of routine or change, in gladness or extreme sorrow. Lush vineyard photographs beautifully illustrate how God lovingly prunes us to bear the fruit of Christ living within us.A Vineyard in the Desert? It doesn't make sense. Why would the Master Gardner plant His tender vines in a hostile place where searing sun, nameless blights, and biting pests descend to consume the maturing grapes? Why would He cut back those vines so severely, exposing them to merciless heat? Because the sweetest, most bountiful harvest of fruit will burst from thise very vines, so carefully tended by a wise heart and loving hands. Within these pages of this stunningly beautiful book, Pam Reeve shows how our Lord brings hope and sweet new wine from the very pressure, sorrows, and dissappointments that encroah upon the seasons of our lives.Story Behind the BookAn encounter with a desert vineyard in her youth led Dr. Reeve to a lifelong interest in vines and vineyards. In talks to college students and women's groups around the country, she uses magnificent slides and a gentle message of courage and hope to the overwhelmed, the discouraged, and those enduring difficult seasons in their lives. This book will inspire readers to depend on Christ living within them to produce His character within and fruit through them. It is not our own religious efforts, but Christ living within us, that promotes spiritual growth.From the Hardcover edition.
Parables Remix Study Guide: 18 Short Films Based on the Parables of Jesus
by Stewart H. RedwineParables Remix Study Guide is designed to facilitate discussions about 18 of Jesus’ parables recast in the fresh and contemporary short films. Experience the teachings of Jesus the way they were meant to—as stories you could relate to, understand, and learn from. Looking at stories like the parables of the mustard seed, the Good Samaritan, and the two debtors. Parables Remix reveals the key points and delivers insight to develop a message or incite meaningful discussion. Parables Remix will deepen individual and small group understanding of the parables and promote further study into God’s word. Designed for use with the video.
Parables Workbook: The Mysteries of God's Kingdom Revealed Through the Stories Jesus Told
by John F. MacarthurJesus was a master storyteller, and the parables He told were ingeniously simple word pictures. Some of them were no more than fleeting remarks about commonplace incidents, objects, or persons. In fact, the most compact of all Jesus' short stories does not even fill a complete verse of Scripture. Yet the all were filled with profound spiritual lessons that He wanted His listeners to hear and understand. Jesus told these parables so they would clearly comprehend His message about the kingdom of God and the reason He had come to earth. In the Parables Workbook, master expositor and Bible commentator John MacArthur draws on his years spent studying and explaining the Word of God to guide readers through some of the most famous and influential short stories that Jesus told. Each session contains the following: Biblical focus: the primary passages on which the session draws Another look: questions to facilitate review of content in the book Biblical connections: questions that focus on the main Bible passage Highlighting the lesson: questions that focus on the central teaching points Lasting implications: questions to help draw out personal conclusions Daily assignments: five sets of questions that reflect on the parable, the point, the purpose, the principles, and the practical application This workbook has been designed to enhance readers' experience of reading the book and is intended both for individual use and for study in a small-group setting.
Parábolas: The Mysteries of God's Kingdom Revealed Through the Stories Jesus Told
by John F. MacarthurEl pastor y maestro John MacArthur ayuda a los lectores a comprender las parábolas de Jesús y cómo se relacionan con su mensaje completo. Jesús fue un maestro de la narración, y las parábolas que él contó eran ingeniosamente retratos sencillos de palabras con profundas lecciones espirituales. Entender las parábolas es un asunto crucial para los seguidores de Jesús. Jesús contó parábolas para que su pueblo pudiera comprender su mensaje sobre el reino de Dios con claridad. El expositor maestro y comentarista bíblico John MacArthur ha pasado una vida explicando la Palabra de Dios en términos claros y comprensibles. En este libro él ayuda a los cristianos a entender las lecciones esenciales contenidas en las más famosos e influyentes historias cortas que el mundo jamás haya conocido.
Las Parábolas de Jesús: Una guía para entender y aplicar las enseñanzas de Jesús
by R. T. KendallLas parábolas de Jesús Una guía para entender y aplicar las enseñanzas de Jesús El hijo pródigo, La semilla de mostaza, Las ovejas y las cabras … A través de estas y de docenas de otras parabolas, Jesús ayudó a sus discípulos -entonces y ahora- a entender las verdades acerca del reino de Dios. El autor desmenuza las sencillas historias de Jesús una por una y devela su profundo significado. Mientras el lector comienza a entender el propósito, la promesa y la paradoja de las parábolas conocerá de una manera fresca a aquel que las relató.
Paracelsus: Selected Writings (Bollingen Series #680)
by ParacelsusThe enigmatic sixteenth-century Swiss physician and natural philosopher Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim, called Paracelsus, is known for the almost superhuman energy with which he produced his innumerable writings, for his remarkable achievements in the development of science, and for his reputation as a visionary (not to mention sorcerer) and alchemist. Little is known of his biography beyond his legendary achievements, and the details of his life have been filled in over the centuries by his admirers. This richly illustrated anthology presents in modernized language a selection of the moral thought of a man who was not only a self-willed genius charged with the dynamism of an impetuous and turbulent age but also in many ways a humble seeker after truth, who deeply influenced C. G. Jung and his followers.
Parade of Faith: A Biographical History of the Christian Church
by Ruth A. TuckerPart storybook, part textbook, part historical overview, Parade of Faith in ebook format presents the history of Christianity in riveting fashion. Ruth Tucker adopts the metaphor of a parade, journey, or pilgrimage to explore the history of Christianity, which began as the Messiah marched out of the pages of the Old Testament and will end one day when “the saints go marching in” to the New Jerusalem. The book is divided into two chronological groupings: first, the advent of Christianity until the German and Swiss Reformations; second, the Anabaptist movement and Catholic Reformation until the present-day worldwide expansion of the church. Yet, ultimately the topic matter is not movements, dates, or a stream of facts, but instead people—people who still have stories to tell other Christians. And with a little help from clues to their own contexts, they can still speak clearly today. This book is laid out systematically to showcase the biographies of such prominent figures within their historical settings. The pages are peppered with sidebars, historical “what if” questions, explorations of relevant topics for today, personal reflections, illustrations, and lists for further reading. Parade of Faith is an excellent introduction for undergraduate students and interested lay readers.
The Paradigm: The Ancient Blueprint That Holds the Mystery of Our Times
by Jonathan CahnNEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER INSTANT NATIONAL BEST SELLER!! This May Be the Most Explosive and Amazing Thing You've Ever Read Is it possible that there exists an ancient master blueprint that holds the secret behind the events of our times? Could this blueprint lie behind the rise and fall of leaders and governments? Could events that took place nearly 3,000 years ago now be determining the course of our world and with it the course of our lives? Could ancient figures from the Middle East hold the key to the leaders of our own day, what they do, when they rise, and when they fall? Is it possible that this ancient paradigm has determined not only the events of modern times but also their timing--even down to the exact dates? Could a mystery from the ancient Middle East have foretold the outcomes of current events more accurately than any poll or expert--even the outcomes of presidential elections? Has this mystery even touched the events of your life? Does the paradigm reveal what will take place in the future? And does it contain a warning critical for every person in this generation? Prepare to be stunned, shocked, illuminated, and amazed. The Paradigm will reveal secrets and mysteries taking place all around you and show you what you never could have imagined. Jonathan Cahn, who caused an international stir with his New York Times best-selling book The Harbinger, will take you from the ancient Middle East to the news of the modern world on a journey you will never forget. As you open up The Paradigm, his most explosive book yet, you may never see your world the same way again.
The Paradigm: The Ancient Blueprint That Holds the Mystery of Our Times
by Jonathan CahnNEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER INSTANT NATIONAL BEST SELLER!! Debuted at No. 5 on the New York Times Best Seller list, as well as at No. 5 on Wall Street Journal and No. 6 on the Publisher&’s Weekly lists. Over 300K copies soldOver 1,000 5***** Star Reviews FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING AUTHOR OF THE HARBINGER, THE MYSTERY OF THE SHEMITAH, THE BOOK OF MYSTERIES, AND THE PARADIGM WITH OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD This May Be the Most Explosive and Amazing Thing You&’ve Ever Read Is it possible that there exists an ancient master blueprint that holds the secret behind the events of our times? Could this blueprint lie behind the rise and fall of leaders and governments? Could events that took place nearly 3,000 years ago now be determining the course of our world and with it the course of our lives? Could ancient figures from the Middle East hold the key to the leaders of our own day, what they do, when they rise, and when they fall? Is it possible that this ancient paradigm has determined not only the events of modern times but also their timing—even down to the exact dates? Could a mystery from the ancient Middle East have foretold the outcomes of current events more accurately than any poll or expert—even the outcomes of presidential elections? Has this mystery even touched the events of your life? Does the paradigm reveal what will take place in the future? And does it contain a warning critical for every person in this generation? Prepare to be stunned, shocked, illuminated, and amazed. The Paradigm will reveal secrets and mysteries taking place all around you and show you what you never could have imagined. Jonathan Cahn, who caused an international stir with his New York Times best-selling book The Harbinger, will take you from the ancient Middle East to the news of the modern world on a journey you will never forget. As you open up The Paradigm, his most explosive book yet, you may never see your world the same way again.
El paradigma: La huella del antaño que guarda el misterio de nuestros tiempos
by Jonathan Cahn¡Puede que esto sea lo más explosivo y sorprendente que usted haya leído jamás! ¿Es posible que eventos que tuvieron lugar casi tres mil años atrás estén determinando ahora el rumbo de nuestro mundo y también el rumbo de nuestras vidas? ¿Podrían figuras de antaño del Oriente Medio tener la clave para los líderes de nuestro propio tiempo, lo que hacen, cuándo ascienden, y cuándo caen? ¿Es posible que este paradigma antiguo haya determinado no solo los eventos de los tiempos modernos sino también su momento, incluso hasta los días y fechas exactos? ¿Podría un misterio del antiguo Oriente Medio haber anunciado los resultados de eventos actuales con mayor precisión que cualquier sondeo o experto, incluso los resultados de elecciones presidenciales? ¿Ha tocado este misterio incluso los eventos de su propia vida? ¿Revela el paradigma lo que tendrá lugar en el futuro? ¿Y contiene una advertencia fundamental para cada persona en esta generación? Prepárese para ser sorprendido, anonadado, iluminado y asombrado. El paradigma revelará secretos y misterios que tienen lugar alrededor de usted, y le mostrará lo que nunca podría haber imaginado. Jonathan Cahn, que causó una conmoción internacional con su libro de éxito de ventas del New York TImes, El presagio, le llevará desde el antiguo Oriente Medio hasta las noticias del mundo moderno en un viaje que usted no olvidará nunca. Cuando abra El paradigma, su libro más explosivo hasta ahora, puede que nunca más vuelva a ver el mundo del mismo modo.
Paradise
by Fiona FrenchTwelve kaleidoscopic tableaux portray the Old Testament story of the creation--seven days in which God creates light and dark, sky and earth, fish, birds, animals, and man and woman. The stained glass-inspired images combine with words from the King James Bible to bring the Book of Genesis into glowing perspective.
Paradise and Hell in Islamic Traditions
by Christian LangeThe Muslim afterworld, with its imagery rich in sensual promises, has shaped Western perceptions of Islam for centuries. However, to date, no single study has done justice to the full spectrum of traditions of thinking about the topic in Islamic history. The Muslim hell, in particular, remains a little studied subject. This book, which is based on a wide array of carefully selected Arabic and Persian texts, covers not only the theological and exegetical but also the philosophical, mystical, topographical, architectural and ritual aspects of the Muslim belief in paradise and hell, in both the Sunni and the Shiʿi world. By examining a broad range of sources related to the afterlife, Christian Lange shows that Muslim religious literature, against transcendentalist assumptions to the contrary, often pictures the boundary between this world and the otherworld as being remarkably thin, or even permeable.